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BOSS ALUMINIUMTOWER SYSTEMS

SGB supplies safe and versatile scaffolding and powered accessproducts and services to the building and construction industriesin over fifty countries.SGBProduct developmentProject supportSGB is one of the world's leadingsuppliers of scaffolding and formworkproducts for both rental and sale. A fullrange of services including erection,transport, technical support and training,are provided as a matter of course.All SGB products are manufacturedin accordance with Quality ManagementSystems certified to ISO 9000.SGB is committed to a continuousprogramme of development to ensure thatour products meet the ever -changing needsof the industries we work in. Our internaldevelopment team works closely with ourcustomers to develop safe and costeffectivesolutions to access problems.SGB has vast experience of sitesupervision on major construction andrefurbishment schemes and on keyindustrial complexes.Our specialist project management teamswork in close partnership with customers tohelp them ensure that their build andmaintenance programmes are completedto schedule and within budget.Established in London in 1909, SGBis now part of one of the worldslargest access groups. The company hasan annual turnover of over 580 milliondollars and employs over 4000 peoplein 110 branches throughout the world.Since 1999 SGB has formed partof the Harsco Access Group,with partner companies Patent and nowHünnebeck. Together they havea turnover of 870 million dollars.SGB has a team of highly experienceddesign engineers, equipped with the latestdesign software available to work withyou on projects where the buildspecification or site conditions demanda tailored design solution.Our future lies in the handsof customers. Central to our philosophyof customer satisfaction are the principlesof partnership, the latest top qualityequipment, faultless serviceand continuous innovation. Our objectiveis always to be number one in our fieldand thereby help our customers delivertop performance. You too can becomeour partner in this third millennium.We are here to help.Design and engineeringSafety managementSGB is committed to setting the standardsfor safe working practice in the industrieswe work in. Our aim is to provide thesafest possible working environment for ourstaff and our customers. We have adedicated safety team and safety advisersworking across our service network toensure that we meet and maintain oursafety commitment.Other SGB productsIn addition to our access products, SGB isable to provide a range of formwork andshoring products and services as well as awide range of temporary accommodation.

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS TOWERSLight -weight aluminium scaffold towers areused throughout the building andconstruction industry for both indoor andoutdoor access solutions where a stableand secure platform is required. Ideal formaintenance and installation work orshortterm access, the highly versatile towersprovide strong working platforms at avariety of heights.SGB BOSS Aluminium TowersSGB BOSS towers are lightweight, mobilewith built -in safety features such asinterlocking and integral ladder frames.Toe boards and stabilisers are included.There is also a BOSS Stairway Tower,the aluminium system specifically designedso that frequent access to the workingplatform with tools and materials can beachieved safely.

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS ALUMINIUM TOWERSSpecificationsConfigurationsApplicationsBOSS towers are available in threelengths, 1.8 m, 2.5 m or 3.2 m, and insingle and double platform widths.The BOSS tower system can also beexpanded to form more complexconfigurations than just a standard tower.Towers can be twin linked with specialplatforms (traditional stagings or Spandecksystem) to make a longer platform, or usedfor continuous facade access. Low levelplatforms and cantilever access platformsare also achievable with the system.Special long span bridging structures canbe designed by SGB engineers utilisingversatility and strength of BOSS components.The BOSS tower system is ideal for:1450 width span or ladder frame towersThe 1450 mm double deck width ladderspan frame configuration is the mostwidely used system.850 single width span or ladder frametowersSpecifically designed for use in confinedspaces or when fixed obstacles restrict theuse of wider tower structures.1450 width stairway towerThe stairway tower is supplied as a 1.8 mx 1.45 m module with the facility to locatestaircase units in a parallel configuration.For direct access to the stairway, awalkthrough frame can be used at thebase in place of the standard 4 rung spanframe.Working at HeightThe BOSS system provides a safe, secureplatform for working at a variety ofheights. Conforming to EN 1004,BOSS free-standing towers can be built to16.2 m working height for external useand 14.2 m working height for internaluse. Higher structures may be built withthe use of ties.Finishing tradesHeating and ventilation installationElectrical and mechanical installationMaintenance workShop fittingSign installationPainting and decoratingGlazingStore facade cleaning

Benefits of the BOSS Tower SystemQualitySafe Working LoadsThe robust construction and configurationof the system makes it ideal for a varietyof site conditions.The BOSS aluminium system fully complieswith EN 1004 and has been tested andcertified to DIN 4422 8/92 as well asreceiving national approvals in the UK,Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Czechia,Slovakia, Ukraine, Baltics, Poland, Serbiaand other countries.It also conforms to US standard ANSIA10 -8 1988 and is UL classified.It is manufactured in conformity withISO 9000:2000.275 kg per platform, 950 kg per tower.BOSS is easy to erect and dismantlesafely with a range of built -in safetyfeatures.Integral ladders for safe accessDouble hand railing facility within500mm rung dimensionsClear 600mm wide single, 1200mmdouble working platform when fullytoeboardedHigh strength locking castorsTrainingEach SGB company in your locationis capable to provide users with trainingfor safe erection and use according tolocal and European standards and bestSGB recommendations.SafetyTowers should be built by a minimum oftwo people, who have been adequatelytrained to erect and dismantle towers.The correct personal protection equipmentshould be worn.Ensure that you receive the SGB UserGuide for the BOSS tower. The UserGuide contains information on the correctcomponent quantities, safe working loads,usage advice and safe erection anddismantling procedures.4

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS COMPONENTSFramesFrames are available in two widths: 1450 mm (double deck) and 850 mm(single deck) width to solve most access problems2, 3 and 4 rung frames (1.0 m, 1.5 m and 2 m) with and without integral ladderto maximise versatility and choice of platform heightsIntegral ladder gives increased user safetyShorter floating spigots ease erection and dismantling by eliminating the bindingof frames.Frames1450 Ladder Frame2 rung3 rung4 rungHeight (m)1.01.52.0Weight (kg)5.568.0510.55Code Number311513310513309513850 Ladder Frame2 rung3 rung4 rungHeight (m)1.01.52.0Weight (kg)4.656.818.96Code Number3085133075133065131450 Span Frame2 rung3 rung4 rungHeight (m)1.01.52.0Weight (kg)4.426.138.05Code Number305513304513303513850 Span Frame2 rung3 rung4 rungHeight (m)1.01.52.0Weight (kg)3.524.996.58Code Number302513301513300513FramesFramesFrames5

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS COMPONENTSWalk-through frames and accessoriesBOSS Walk -through frames provide continuous access on all levels when towercomponents are linked to form elongated facade structures.FramesWeightCode Number1450 Walk -through Frame (2 m)14 kg3305131450 Walk -through Guardrail Frame2.70 kg331513850 Walk -through Guardrail Frame2.54 kg332513Guardrail Frame 850 mmGuardrail Frame 1450 mmWalk -through FrameBracesBraces are colour coded for quick identification, simple assembly and stockmanagementLocking claw with trigger action that snaps into place providing the most secure gripon the marketBracesPlan (Green colour coding on latch)Length (m)1.52.02.4Weight (kg)1.672.042.29Code Number347513322513350513Horizontal (Red colour coding on latch)Length (m)1.82.53.2Weight (kg)1.882.373.18Code Number312513348513349513Length (m)2.12.73.4Weight (kg)2.062.502.95Code Number313513314513315513Diagonal (Blue colour coding on latch)Hand Rail (Gold colour coding on latch)Length (m)3.08Weight (kg)2.78Code Number316513Staircase UnitDescriptionDimensionsStaircase Unit0.6 m wideWeightCode Number2.0 m high16.45336513Master Rung1450 mm width1.93334513Staircase Internal Handrail1.25 m wide x 0.565 m deep1.053375136

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS COMPONENTSDecksFixed and trapdoor decks are availableHard wearing 10 mm thick combiboard provides non -slip surface for sure footingExtruded aluminium deck frame affords edge protection to the combiboard deck assuring a long lifeOffset claws allow continuous platform runs on linked structuresSimple windlock device prevents decks from lifting.Fixed Deck (0.6 m width)Length (m)1.82.53.2Weight (kg)13.6118.8324.95Code Number301511302511303511Length (m)1.82.53.2Weight (kg)14.3519.1525.64Code Number304511305511306511Trap Door Deck (0.6 m width)Fully Hinged Trap Door Deck (0.6 m width)Length (m)1.8Weight (kg)14.98Code Number307511ToeboardsMoulded toeboard clip is simple to install and accommodates any 25 mm thicktimber boardToeboarding of individual towers or continuous runs can be achievedEnd ToeboardLength (Dim A)0.6 m1.2 mWeight (kg)1.042.11Code Number302503303509Side ToeboardLength (Dim B)1.8 m2.5 m3.2 mWeight (kg)3.184.425.67Code Number304509305509306509Toeboard Clip7Weight (kg)0.32Code Number301509Fixed DeckTrap Door DeckFully HingedTrap Door Deck

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS COMPONENTSStabilisers/OutriggersStatic stabilisers and mobile outriggers provide increased stability for taller structuresMaximum ExtensionWeight (kg)Code No.Stabiliser (SP7)1.227 m5.8317513Stabiliser (SP10)2.212 m9.07318513Stabiliser (SP15)2.798 m12.70319513MP7 Outrigger1.90 m reach8.85320513MP16 Outrigger3.045 m reach13.15321513SP10 StabiliserSP15 StabiliserAll measurements in mm.Various spare -parts are available for easy maintenance.Ask your local SGB products supplier.8

ACCESS PRODUCTS ALUMINIUM TOWERSBOSS COMPONENTSAdjustable Legs and CastorsAdjustable Leg incorporates self cleaning thread with 250 mm of adjustmentCastors with trail/no trail action are available in three sizes to provide safe mobilityand a stable footingSizeWeightCode No.Adjustable Leg0.665 m length1.10335513Castor125 mm2.50333513Castor150 mm3.25328423Castor200 mm3.90329423–1.90330413Swivel Base -PlateBeam UnitsBOSS connecting beam units enable towers to be linked together to provide largearea working platforms.Beam Units – 0.47m deepLength (m)1.92.53.1Weight (kg)7.258.409.87Code Number325513326513327513Cantilever FrameBOSS Cantilever Frames facilitate close access when ground obstructions preventthe main tower from being positioned directly adjacent to the place of work.Aluminium System9Dimensions (m)0.85 wideWeight (kg)4.65Code Number340513Care must be taken to ensure that whencantilever platforms are used the correctamount of ballast weights are located inthe correct position to ensure stability ofthe structure.