What platform sizes and weight capacities are available?

The size and capacity of a Mast Climbing Work Platform varies with type and fundamental design.

Satellite and Goian machines are electric powered rack and pinion drive platforms which allow them to move efficiently up and down.  Satellites can be built to 50’ wide and Goian twin mast machines can be built to 100 ft wide. 

Bennu Platforms are designed for masonry applications, they can carry heavy loads but they do not move up and down very quickly as they have a hydraulic climbing mechanism. 

As a general rule the wider the platform the lower the total capacity and as always for safety the weight must be evenly distributed across the width of the platform. Please contact us to discuss your specific application and we will recommend the best platform for your needs.

What is the approximate set-up time for a platform? 

Depending on the application and the site requirements the platforms installation is a variable.  A very simple installation could be completed in as little as one day with more common installations taking 3 to 4 days. 

What are the advantages over traditional scaffolding? 

All platforms are designed for speed of production and safety of the workers.  When properly installed and operated a Mast Climbing Work Platform is the safest way to access the vertical face of a building saving both time and money over traditional scaffolding

Is fall protection required on Mast Climbing Work Platforms? 

Fall protection is not required once the platform is installed and planked unless there is a special application that requires a gap of more than 14” anywhere on the machine. 

Can a Mast Climbing Work Platforms free stand? 

Typically a Mast Climbing Work Platform could free stand for applications less than 30’ (depending on site conditions and actual platform used).  Since most applications require heights higher than 30’ the platform would have to be tied into the permanent structure every 20’ to 30’ depending on the application.

What are the power requirements of a Linden Comansa Tower Crane? 

The tower crane requires 480V, 3 phase, 60 Hz, 100 amp to 400 amp circuit breaker depending on the size of the crane.