Verti Clamp
The Verti Clamp is a scaffold clamp designed to fix Combisafe safety posts to narrow structural sections up to 150 mm thick, including steel sheets, panels, sheet piling, and thin steel sections where standard beam clamp scaffolding methods do not apply. Weighing 5.1 kg (code 74032), the clamp uses a heavy-duty coarse thread that is tightened by striking with a hammer. The hammer-tightening method removes the need for a separate wrench, speeding up installation on sections where access is limited.
Sheet piling, permanent formwork panels, and thin steel sections are structural elements found on civil engineering and infrastructure construction sites as well as in below-ground and marine construction. Scaffold fittings that accommodate these substrates are essential where standard beam clamps or jaw clamps are too wide for the section. The Verti Clamp accepts sections from 0 to 150 mm thick, covering the full range of sheet and panel thicknesses encountered in temporary and permanent works.
The weather-resistant construction of the Verti Clamp is suited to exposed civil engineering environments including coastal, riverine, and below-ground sites where steel sections are subject to continuous moisture exposure. The coarse thread profile resists jamming under these conditions and maintains adjustment capability throughout the life of the installation. Altrad Generation supplies the Verti Clamp throughout its UK and Ireland branch network.
Key features and benefits
Designed for sections 0 to 150 mm thick including steel sheets, panels, sheet piling, and thin structural members
5.1 kg unit (code 74032) with heavy-duty coarse thread for rapid tightening
Hammer-tightened installation removes the need for a wrench, speeding up fixing on restricted-access sections
Weather-resistant construction for exposed civil, coastal, and marine site environments
Coarse thread profile resists jamming in wet and contaminated conditions
Reusable design with consistent clamping force across repeated installation and removal cycles
Compatible with Combisafe Safety Posts and Steel Mesh Barrier panels
Available on hire or for purchase through Altrad Generation's UK and Ireland branch network
Frequently asked questions
Q: How do you attach edge protection to a steel sheet or panel?
A: The Verti Clamp grips the steel sheet or panel between its jaws, which are tightened using the heavy-duty coarse thread by striking with a hammer. The clamp accepts sections from 0 to 150 mm thick, covering the range of sheet thicknesses used in sheet piling, permanent formwork, and thin structural panel applications. Once the Verti Clamp is secured to the section, a Combisafe Safety Post is inserted into the clamp and the Steel Mesh Barrier panels are fitted between the posts.
Q: What is a Verti Clamp in scaffolding?
A: A Verti Clamp is a scaffold clamp designed for thin structural sections where standard beam clamps or jaw clamps are unsuitable. Standard beam clamps are designed for the wider flange widths of universal beams and columns. The Verti Clamp works on sections down to zero thickness and up to 150 mm, filling the gap in the scaffold fittings range. The hammer-tightened coarse thread makes installation fast, which is particularly useful on sheet piling and similar substrates where working time is limited.
Q: Can scaffold clamps be used without drilling?
A: The Verti Clamp, like all Combisafe scaffold clamps, requires no drilling into the structural section. The coarse-thread clamping mechanism grips the surface of the steel sheet or panel mechanically, relying on friction and clamping force rather than chemical or mechanical anchors. This non-invasive principle preserves the structural integrity and waterproofing of the section and allows the clamp to be removed and relocated as the work front advances.
Get in touch with us
To hire or purchase the Verti Clamp, contact your nearest Altrad Generation branch. Our teams across the UK and Ireland advise on the correct Combisafe scaffold clamp for your structural section type and provide delivery across both countries.
