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our machinery if needed . A lot of our work is centred on remediation , meaning the buildings are often occupied . Contractors find that our machines are much less obtrusive to residents , as they do not obstruct sunlight , obscure people ’ s view , or remain in the same position on the building for extended periods . It ’ s also a benefit in terms of safety . Scaffolding can compromise the security of a building , but that is much less likely with a mastclimber which lowers to the ground at the end of each day and with power removed cannot move . The safety records for mastclimbers across the UK are also very good - much better than the numbers recorded on sites that use traditional scaffolding .
“ For those operating the machinery , they can be assured that there are up to eight braking systems that will hold the mastclimber in place . Furthermore , it ’ s always at the right level , so bricklayers can work at optimum height , reducing the risk of injury when reaching
upward or bending down . Everything is constantly at the level you need it to be .
Future goals
“ Finally , we offer a financially viable alternative to traditional scaffolding , with our services costing , on average , 30 percent less than industry equivalents . We quote based on the full project , meaning not only do we offer an end-to-end service , but there ’ s no
Quality Building Equipment Ltd have been supplying quality products with excellent service to scaffolders , builders , hire shops and many more since 2001 . Competitive rates and friendly service .
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