Review of Past Research on Scaffold Systems (No. R905)

Abstract

This article presents an overview Of scaffold research and current practice in the design Of scaffold systems. It covers brief description Of scaffold systems including types Of joints and materials currently used. Also, types Of analysis, loads, initial geometric imperfections, and modelling Of complex joints are described. The prediction Of the ultimate load Of scaffold systems derived from simplified equations and their failure modes are shown. In addition, the article explains the design of scaffold systems based on British and Australian standards as well as how effective lengths and bracings commonly apply. The recommendations are provided for modelling, analysis and design Of scaffold systems.