2017-11-06 01:27
As Recommended by SCAFFOLDING AND SHORING INSTITUTE
Following are some common sense rules designed to promote safety in the use of steel scaffolding. These rules are illustrative and suggest… Read More
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2017-10-30 00:58
A ladder jack scaffold is a cost effective and portable temporary scaffold system. It is often used to perform a variety of activities such as installing building exteriors or painting exter… Read More
2017-10-16 02:21
Below is an extension ladder chart showing a variety of extension ladder lengths and their corresponding maximum reach for their lengths. It also shows an overview of the distance the base… Read More
2017-10-14 00:55
Ladder jacks are tools that are commonly used by both construction workers and DIY handyman to construct a temporary scaffold between two ladders when working at an elevated height.
Ladder J… Read More
2017-10-09 01:00
Do you want to know how to put multiple extension ladders together to make one extremely tall ladder? In a few words “DON’T DO THAT”…
Just wanted to get your attenti… Read More
2017-10-06 23:19
To ensure construction workers are working safely on portable ladders, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Association) has developed some portable construction ladder safety guidelines:
La… Read More
2017-09-04 01:00
Scaffolding is necessary when you need to have a steady platform to walk on or ample space to keep your tools and supplies within reach. You’ll do a better job in less time than trying… Read More
2017-08-28 02:45
It is important for our nations pride and economy to support businesses whose products are made in the USA. Sunset Ladders and their affiliate ABSS Manufacturing began making their Sunset La… Read More
2017-08-21 04:17
Sunset Ladder & Scaffold is a family-owned company and premier ladder and scaffolding distributor in the USA since 1929. We have grown through the years renting and selling ladders and s… Read More
2017-08-14 01:00
It has been about 5 years since Sunset Ladder & Scaffold first introduced their EZ LiftTM Fiberglass Extension Ladders. This is a great product that is worth telling you about again! The… Read More
2017-08-07 01:00
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, has established safety guidelines for measurement and use of extension ladders. The extension ladder measurement guidelines take into… Read More
2017-07-31 01:00
Congratulations, the time has come to buy a new aluminum ladder! But what should you do with your old aluminum ladder? You might only think to throw it away or sell it in a yard sale. There… Read More
2017-07-24 01:06
Ladders are needed to work at heights taller than ourselves. When working on ladders you need to do so safely in order to avoid a possible trip to the emergency room. Choosing the right leng… Read More
2017-07-17 00:40
Falls from portable ladders (step ladders, straight ladders, combination ladders, and extension ladders) are one of the leading causes of injuries from falls. OSHA (Occupational Safety and H… Read More
2017-07-10 22:08
So you have a situation where you need to reach something over a staircase or need to work over a staircase. If may seem like a difficult task, but it really isn’t. You do have a few o… Read More
2017-07-03 20:20
Today’s most common options for ladders are; buy aluminum ladders, buy fiberglass ladders, or buy wooden ladders. Today’s post is about the differences between aluminum ladders a… Read More
2017-06-26 19:56
First, if there is an existing stairway, measure from the outside to the outside of the existing box frame. Do not measure the inside of the box frame and as that is not a true rough opening… Read More
2017-06-19 19:57
The landing space of an attic ladder is defined as the actual foot print landing area that the stair will sit on the floor.
Step 1:
Drop a plumb bob from the area where you expect the piano… Read More
2017-06-12 19:57
The projection clearance, also known as swing clearance is defined as the amount of clearance needed as is determined by the arc of stairway as it swings open.
The three sections involved to… Read More
2017-06-06 21:42
Most consumers on the internet today shop prices for items between several different sites. At first glance comparing prices across different websites seem like a no-brainer. How hard can it… Read More
2017-06-06 19:11
Ladders are the workhorse of many trade industries and businesses. So when you buy ladders, you are essentially making an investment. You want to maintain your tools so they will last as lon… Read More
2017-06-05 22:52
Duty ratings were setup to provide some consistency and standards governing the safe construction, design, testing, care and use of portable ladders of various types and styles.
Ladder style… Read More
2017-06-05 20:32
Working at any height can be dangerous. To be able to do these jobs, you need to climb an extension ladder…but how do you place an extension ladder so that it is safe? Using the corre… Read More
2017-06-05 20:30
Below is a small excerpt of OSHA terms and definitions as they apply to stairways and ladders. I hope this is helps you.
Alternating tread-type stair means a type of stairway consisting of a… Read More
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