Power Post Foot
The Power Post Foot is a steel base component (code 74444, 3.1 kg) designed to distribute the load at the bottom of a Combisafe Power Post across the concrete slab edge surface. When a Power Post is compressed between a slab edge and the slab above, the base contact force is concentrated at a small area unless a load-spreading component is used. The Power Post Foot provides that load distribution, reducing the contact stress on the concrete surface and improving base stability during and after installation.
Concrete slab edges represent one of the primary fall-risk locations on new-build construction sites, and edge protection scaffolding at these locations must remain stable throughout the construction programme. The Power Post Foot's non-slip base design combines with the Power Post Claw Grip to provide two complementary anti-slip measures at the base contact: load distribution from the foot and mechanical tooth grip from the Claw Grip. Using both components together gives a more complete anti-slip assembly than either component alone.
Unlike a standard scaffold base plate, which is designed for the vertical load of a scaffold standard, the Power Post Foot is shaped for the compression load geometry of the Power Post at a slab edge. The foot is maintenance-free and weather-resistant, suitable for the duration of a typical construction programme in UK outdoor conditions. Altrad Generation supplies the Power Post Foot through its UK and Ireland branch network.
Key features and benefits
3.1 kg steel base component (code 74444) that distributes Power Post compression load across the concrete slab edge surface
Non-slip base design reduces contact stress and improves base stability during compression installation
Designed for the specific load geometry of the Power Post at a concrete slab edge
Pairs with the Power Post Claw Grip for combined load distribution and mechanical anti-slip performance
Maintenance-free and weather-resistant for outdoor UK construction site use
Distinct from standard scaffold base plates, which are designed for vertical standard loads
Supports compliance with EN 13374 temporary edge protection requirements at slab edges
Available through Altrad Generation's UK and Ireland branch network
Frequently asked questions
Q: What is a scaffold post foot used for on concrete slabs?
A: A scaffold post foot distributes the base load of a post across the concrete surface rather than concentrating the force at a single contact point. The Power Post Foot (code 74444) is designed specifically for the compression geometry of the Combisafe Power Post at concrete slab edges. The foot's load distribution reduces the risk of the base contact point damaging the slab surface and improves the stability of the post assembly during the compression tightening process.
Q: How do you protect the edge of a concrete slab during construction?
A: Concrete slab edge protection on construction sites is typically achieved with a combination of a post, a fixing mechanism, and a barrier panel. For friction-erection systems, the Power Post is placed vertically between the slab edge and the slab above, the Power Post Foot is placed at the base for load distribution, and the Power Post Claw Grip provides anti-slip tooth engagement. A Combisafe Steel Mesh Barrier is then fitted between the posts to form the EN 13374-compliant edge protection line along the full perimeter.
Q: What is the difference between a Power Post Foot and a standard scaffold base plate?
A: A standard scaffold base plate sits under a vertical scaffold standard and distributes the downward load of the scaffold into the ground or floor surface. The Power Post Foot is designed for the compression load of a friction-erection Power Post at a slab edge, where the load direction is horizontal rather than vertical and the contact geometry is the narrow concrete edge rather than a flat floor. The foot's shape and contact area are optimised for this specific application rather than for general scaffold base use.
Get in touch with us
To purchase the Power Post Foot, contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch. Our teams across the UK and Ireland provide technical advice on the full Power Post system and deliver across both countries.
