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Safe Deck Hybrid System

 

Quick & easy to install freestanding Safety Decking System

Enables a mix of steel & plastic legs to be used

tested to load Class 4 to BS EN 12811-1

Fast, reliable nationwide delivery

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For technical enquiries or to request a quotation, contact a member of our sales team on 01606 834 630 or office@gmsafedeck.co.uk

Strong, Stable, Versatile  Free Standing Safety Platform

The G&M platform hybrid connector has been designed to allow the standard G&M Safe Deck system to be used with industry standard 48.3mm steel tube and fitting scaffolding or key clamp fittings – with G&M’s market leading Safe Deck panels fitting on top as the working platform.

The fast, safe and innovative G&M Safe Deck Hybrid system is one of the first systems of its kind to be brought to the UK construction sector – offering maximum versatility, ease of use and productivity on-site.

Safe Deck Hybrid System
Safety Deck Hybrid System

Innovative Design Features

Developed by The G&M Group, this next generation working platform system boasts:

  • Fully compatible with existing G&M Safe Deck base/head units
  • Fully compatible with scaffold jacks or base plates
  • Enables a wide variety of bay configurations to suit project size & requirement
  • Dovetails with existing scaffold temporary works, safely and compliantly

G&M Hybrid System Benefits

  • Highly cost-effective working platform system
  • Easy and quick to install, efficient to use.
  • Rigorously tested & reliable
  • Quick and simple superior protection of site personnel working at height
  • Available for nationwide hire or purchase from the UK-wide G&M Group depots.
Platform Decking on site
G&M Safety Decking

Supplied by Trusted Experts

  • Expertly designed, supplied and supported by G&M Safe Deck – established and trusted market leader in working at height protection systems.
  • Full supply and installation service available across the UK
  • Hire and sale only options are also available

Request A Quote

For technical enquiries or to request a quotation, contact a member of our sales team on 01606 834 630 or office@gmsafedeck.co.uk

 

Can safety deck be loaded?

G&M Safe Deck has undergone rigorous testing by Lucideon (formerly CERAM – a UKAS accredited testing (0013) and calibration. (0420) UK laboratory) and can be loaded to 2.0kN/m2.

The safety decking panel has been successfully tested for:

  • Uniformly distributed load (UDL) to serviceability load
  • Soft body impact tests in accordance with ACR(M)001:2000 Test for Fragility of Roofing Assemblies
  • Point loads over several test positions through a 100mm x 100mm spreader plate

For more information on G&M Safe Deck’s load testing methodology and data, download our product information sheet here <Link. To G&M Safe Deck – Product Range Testing Data & Information. PDF>.

What is the life span of G&M Safe Deck?

The G&M Safe Deck System has a proven life expectancy of at least 10 years. This has been proven by testing panels taken from our contracting stock that are 10 years old. The testing was successful and the old panels performed as well as a new one would. G&M Safe Deck is by far the most rigorously tested plastic system available on the market anywhere in the world.

How much does GM Safe Deck weigh?

G&M Safe Deck has been designed to be lightweight as well as strong. A full size panel weighs 10.43 kg.

Can G&M Safe Deck be manufactured in different colours?

Yes, we can manufacture the Safe Deck panel components in any colour to meet your requirements. We can also brand the panels with your company logo and contact details for buying customers, enabling you to promote your company whilst on site. Simply discuss your colour and branding requirements with a member of our sales team.

Can a scaffold tube be built through the Safe Deck system?

G&M Safe Deck’s unique design allows a tube or scaffold to be built through any part of the panels making is flexible and quick to install on site.

Why is safety decking important in construction?

Safety decking is beneficial in a construction project for a multitude of reasons. Its primary function is to safeguard the well-being of construction workers, mitigating the risks associated with working at heights. Here are several key reasons why safety decking is beneficial:

  • First and foremost, safety decking provides a secure platform for workers to perform tasks at elevated levels. This reduces the likelihood of accidents, such as falls from heights, which can result in severe injuries or fatalities. By creating a stable working surface, safety decking minimizes these risks, ensuring that workers can focus on their tasks with confidence.
  • Furthermore, safety decking enhances overall productivity on construction sites. With a reliable and safe platform in place, workers can efficiently carry out their duties, saving time and resources. This translates into cost savings for construction projects and helps meet deadlines more effectively.
  • In addition to protecting workers and improving efficiency, safety decking also minimizes damage to the building being constructed. It acts as a buffer, preventing tools, materials, or debris from falling to lower levels, thereby reducing the potential for structural damage and ensuring the quality of the final product.