The board clamp from Altrad Generation fixes scaffold boards to supporting tubes on working platforms, preventing displacement, sliding, and rising that creates trip hazards and fall risks. It provides a mechanical board securing method compliant with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and BS EN 12811.
Available from Altrad Generation as part of the scaffold fittings range, board clamps work with toe board clips, double couplers, and standard scaffold boards for a complete, compliant working platform.
Board Clamp Key Features
Mechanically fixes scaffold boards to supporting tubes to prevent displacement
Prevents boards sliding, tipping, or rising under load on working platforms
Complies with Work at Height Regulations 2005 and BS EN 12811 board fixing requirements
Fits standard 38mm BS 2482 compliant scaffold boards
Compatible with 3.2mm scaffold tube and 4.0mm scaffold tube
Available for hire and sale from Altrad Generation
Complete Working Platform System
Build a compliant scaffold working platform with board clamps, toe board clips, guardrails fixed with double couplers, and boards to BS 2482. Explore the full scaffold fittings range, scaffold tube, and scaffolding tools for all your scaffold build requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a board clamp used for in scaffolding?
A. A board clamp fixes scaffold boards to scaffold tubes to prevent displacement and movement during use. It clamps the board edge to the supporting tube, ensuring the platform surface remains stable and boards do not slide, tip, or rise when walked on.
Q. Are board clamps required by UK scaffolding regulations?
A. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 and BS EN 12811 require scaffold platform boards to be adequately fixed to prevent displacement. Board clamps provide a standardised mechanical fixing for boards on scaffold platforms. On windy sites or where boards span long distances, mechanical board clamps are particularly important for platform stability.
Q. What board thickness does the board clamp fit?
A. Altrad Generation board clamps are designed for standard 38mm thick scaffold boards complying with BS 2482. Check the product specification for compatibility with other board thicknesses or materials.
Q. What scaffold tube diameter does the board clamp fit?
A. Board clamps from Altrad Generation fit 3.2mm and 4.0mm scaffold tube.
Q. How many board clamps do I need per scaffold platform?
A. Fit a board clamp at each end of each board run where the board rests on a tube. For long board runs, add intermediate clamps to prevent the boards rising under load. Check the scaffold design specification for the required clamping arrangement on your platform.
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