Cuplock Scaffolding – Types, Uses, and Benefits
Om Wire & Wire Products Industries Cuplock Scaffolding is the most widely used scaffolding system in the Middle East. It is galvanized or multipurpose steel scaffolding system suitable for providing general access and supporting vertical loads.
The main feature of a cuplock scaffold is the unique circular cup-node point that allows up to 4 horizontally connected scaffolds in a single installation – possibly making it the fastest and safest system available.
The wide range of cuplock scaffolding components allows it to be used with conventional scaffolding panels or beams. It can be used to construct a wide variety of access and support structures, including stair towers, circular scaffolding, loading towers, and mobile towers.
Hot-dip galvanizing is the best practical coating that can be applied to the scaffolding system, providing a longer working life and better operation. The Om Wire & Wire Products Industries Cuplock System is manufactured under the most stringent quality standards which are maintained and accredited worldwide by the Om Wire & Wire Products Industries Quality Control Department.
This guide is designed to enable Cuplock users to plan and build the Best Cuplock scaffolding. Provides comprehensive descriptions of components and guidance on the design and construction of access and support structures.
For more information on safe manufacturing procedures, please refer to the relevant Om Wire & Wire Products Industries User Manual. If you need more advice regarding designing more complex applications, please contact your local Om Wire & Wire Products Industries branch:
Scaffolding, cuplocks systems should be erected and dismantled in oil & Gas, petrochemical, refinery by trained & certified Scaffolders, Om Wire & Wire Products Industries conducts a series of training courses covering all aspects of assembly and inspection of steel Scaffolding towers, scaffolding systems, and electrical access. Om Wire & Wire Products Industries provide training & certification to its Scaffolder from NASC, TG20-13, SG4-10, SG6, BS EN 12811, Scafftag System, CISRS and C.I.T.B
The Cuplock Locking Procedure
At the heart of the Cuplock system is its unique node point locking device. This allows up to four horizontals to be attached loosely but securely to the standard and then locked into position with a single hammer stroke. The system does not use any loose clips, screws, or wedges.
The locking device consists of a fixed bottom cup, welded as standard at 0.5m intervals, and a sliding top cup that drops horizontally over the blade ends to lock them securely in place while providing positive and solid contact.
This revolutionary node point is what makes installing the Om Wire & Wire Products Industries Cuplock faster and simpler than any other system scaffolder. Once the cuplock structure is “upright” and level, subsequent lifts are automatically created horizontally and squarely.
The absence of loose components makes the system exceptionally easy to use and robust – and its galvanized finish makes it virtually immune to wear and damage.