Cantilever scaffolding setups can vary depending on the building and the work you’re doing.We work with several types of cantilever systems to suit commercial and industrial sites.
Some of the most common options we use include:

• Fixed cantilever scaffolding – This setup uses steel tubes and fittings, anchored securely into the structure itself. It’s ideal for large buildings, including high-rises and office blocks.
• Needle-supported cantilever scaffolding – With this type, horizontal steel needles (often beams) are fixed through the building or floors and extend out to support the scaffold platform. It’s a solid choice when the ground is unsuitable or blocked.
• Spur-supported cantilever scaffolding – We use inclined supports, or ‘spurs’, to transfer the load back into the building. This works well when access is tight and anchor points are limited.
• Suspended cantilever scaffolding – Sometimes we suspend platforms from roof-level supports, especially when working on the upper sections of a tall structure or over sensitive ground features.

Suspended scaffolding isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Depending on the structure and access requirements, we’ll choose the right system for the job. Some of the most common types we work with on commercial sites include:

Two-Point (Swing Stage) Scaffolding – Often used on tall buildings like offices and apartment blocks. This platform is suspended by ropes or cables and can be raised or lowered for window cleaning, repairs or maintenance.
Multi-Point Adjustable Scaffolding – Used for larger areas where a single swing stage wouldn’t be enough. This setup spreads the load more evenly across several suspension points.
Catenary Scaffolding – Ideal for working under bridges or elevated structures. The scaffold hangs from overhead cables and can span longer distances where fixed supports aren’t available.
Float Scaffolding – This is suspended from the top and fixed in position, offering a stable platform without touching the ground. It’s often used in areas with fragile surfaces or limited floor access.
Needle Beam Scaffolding – Supported by projecting beams from the building structure itself, this is a more rigid form of suspended access and is useful where you can’t fix anything to the roof directly.

Different house extensions need different scaffolding setups. We’ll always recommend the best type based on your build, your property, and the space you’ve got around it.
Here are the main types of scaffolding we use for house extension projects:

• Independent scaffolding – Ideal for side or rear extensions where we need to create a freestanding structure next to the building
• Putlog scaffolding – A more traditional setup where the scaffold ties directly into the wall of your home
• Birdcage scaffolding – Useful for internal work or where a platform is needed across a flat area, like inside a roof space or above a ceiling
• Cantilever scaffolding – Works well when there’s limited ground access and we can’t build directly from the base
• Roof access scaffolding – For when the extension involves significant roof work or changes to chimneys or dormers

Scaffolding for high rise buildings needs to be flexible, strong, and built with the site in mind. We’ll work closely with you to choose the right system based on the shape, access points, and use of the building. Here are some of the common scaffolding types we use for high-rise work:

• Independent scaffolding – strong, reliable setups that provide access to all levels of the exterior
• Suspended scaffolding – ideal for projects where support from the ground isn’t practical
• Cantilever scaffolding – used where base-level access is limited or where overhangs are involved
• Temporary roof systems – designed to protect work areas and internal structures from the weather
• Tube and fitting scaffolding – highly adaptable for unique building shapes or restricted areas
• System scaffolding – for quick installation, repeat structures, or modular frameworks