Net Tube Holder Coupler
The Net Tube Holder Coupler is a scaffold coupler designed specifically to hold scaffold netting tubes in position on the scaffold frame. Weighing 2.2 kg, the coupler grips the tube running along the top of the debris net and locks to the scaffold structure, maintaining the correct tension and position throughout the life of the scaffold. Without dedicated tube holder couplers, netting tubes are held by improvised lashings or standard scaffold couplers that are not designed to distribute the load correctly, increasing the risk of netting sag or dislodgement.
Scaffold debris netting that sags or pulls away from the scaffold face creates gaps through which falling objects pass. The Net Tube Holder Coupler's quick-release mechanism allows the netting to be removed and refitted as work progresses on the scaffold, while the durable steel construction retains clamping force after repeated release and re-engagement. These scaffold fittings are a core component of any Combisafe containment system installation.
The Working at Height Regulations 2005 require regular inspection of all edge protection and containment components. The coupler's design provides clear visual access to the clamping faces and thread condition, making pre-use and in-service inspections straightforward. Altrad Generation supplies Net Tube Holder Couplers throughout its UK and Ireland network, compatible with the Containment Q20-net Assy and the Containment Reach Hook.
Key features and benefits
Holds scaffold netting tubes in correct position on the scaffold frame, preventing sag and edge gaps
2.2 kg unit with quick-release mechanism for fast removal and refitting as scaffold configuration changes
Durable steel construction retains clamping force after repeated release and re-engagement cycles
Designed specifically for netting tube loads, unlike standard scaffold couplers adapted for this role
Provides clear visual access to clamping faces for pre-use and in-service inspection
Compatible with Combisafe Containment Q20-net Assy and Containment Reach Hook
Supports compliance with the Working at Height Regulations 2005 inspection requirements
Available through Altrad Generation's UK and Ireland branch network
Frequently asked questions
Q: How do you keep debris netting tensioned on scaffolding?
A: Maintaining debris netting tension requires a tube along the top edge of the net held securely to the scaffold frame at regular intervals. Net Tube Holder Couplers grip this tube and lock it to the scaffold structure, preventing the net from dropping away from the face or sagging between fixing points. Inspection of the couplers at each scaffold inspection confirms that the clamping force is maintained and that no tubes have shifted since the previous check.
Q: What couplers are used with scaffold debris netting?
A: Standard scaffold couplers are not designed for the load pattern created by debris netting under wind and impact loading. Net Tube Holder Couplers are purpose-made for this application. They grip the netting tube along a wider bearing surface and distribute the load more evenly than a standard swivel or right-angle coupler. The quick-release feature on the Combisafe Net Tube Holder Coupler also makes it faster to remove and refit netting when the scaffold configuration changes.
Q: How often should scaffold netting fixings be inspected?
A: Under the Working at Height Regulations 2005, scaffold and its components including netting fixings must be inspected before first use, after any event likely to affect stability (such as severe weather or impact), and at intervals not exceeding seven days during use. Net Tube Holder Couplers should be checked for correct engagement, absence of corrosion or deformation, and adequate clamping force at each inspection. A written record of each inspection should be kept and made available to site management on request.
Get in touch with us
To hire or purchase Net Tube Holder Couplers, contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch. Our teams across the UK and Ireland provide access to the full Combisafe containment accessory range and advise on correct specification for your scaffold configuration.
