The roofing coupler from Altrad Generation attaches scaffold tubes securely to roof purlins and structural roof members for roofwork scaffolding and temporary roof access systems. The clamping design grips the roof member profile without penetrating the roof structure.
Available from Altrad Generation as part of the scaffold fittings range, roofing couplers work with scaffold tube, double couplers, and swivel couplers for complete roofwork scaffold builds compliant with HSE guidance HSG33.
Roofing Coupler Applications
Attaching scaffold tubes to steel purlins and rafters for roofwork scaffolding
Temporary roof access scaffold construction on steel frame buildings
Agricultural building scaffolding where purlin attachment is required
Provides secure tube connection to roof structure without penetration
Works with 3.2mm scaffold tube and 4.0mm scaffold tube
Roofwork Scaffold Safety
All roofwork scaffolding must comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and HSE guidance HSG33 Health and Safety in Roof Work. Your scaffold designer must produce a site-specific method statement addressing fall protection at all roof edges, access routes, and fragile roofing areas. Contact your local Altrad Generation branch for scaffold design support on roofwork projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a roofing coupler used for?
A. A roofing coupler attaches scaffold tubes to roofing purlins, rafters, and structural roof members in scaffolding for roofwork and temporary roof construction. It clamps to the roof member profile to provide secure tube attachment points without penetrating the roof structure.
Q. What roof member profiles does the roofing coupler fit?
A. Roofing couplers are designed to fit standard purlin and rafter profiles used in steel frame buildings and agricultural structures. Contact your local Altrad Generation branch to confirm compatibility with the specific roof member dimensions on your project.
Q. Is a roofing coupler suitable for use on all roof types?
A. Roofing couplers are designed for use on steel and timber purlin and rafter systems. They are not suitable for use on fragile roofing materials. Always conduct a roofwork risk assessment and design a safe working method before accessing any roof structure.
Q. What safety standards apply to scaffolding for roofwork?
A. Roofwork scaffolding is governed by the Work at Height Regulations 2005, HSE guidance document HSG33 (Health and Safety in Roof Work), and NASC guidance. Your scaffold design must provide a safe system of work that prevents falls from the roof edge, through the roof surface, and from all access routes to the work area.
Q. Are roofing couplers available from Altrad Generation?
A. Yes. Altrad Generation supplies roofing couplers as part of the scaffold fittings range for hire and sale. Contact your local branch to confirm stock availability and discuss your roofwork scaffolding requirements.
Get in Touch with Us
Contact your local Altrad Generation branch to discuss roofing couplers and scaffold fittings, or find your nearest branch using our branch locator.
