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Steel Scaffolding Systems We Manufacture at VANHN
We make five families of steel scaffolding at our Hebei plant. This page explains what each system is for and how galvanized steel compares with painted steel.
Five steel scaffolding families we make
Our steel scaffolding range covers ringlock, cuplock, kwikstage, frame and wheel-lock. Ringlock is our main product, a modular system with rosettes every 500 mm and wedge-pin connections that need no bolts, only a hammer. Cuplock uses cup joints at 500 mm spacing and is common for shoring and access. Kwikstage is a wedge-based system that goes up fast. Frame scaffolding is the traditional H-frame style many crews already know. Wheel-lock, which we also call painted system scaffolding, is a lighter option often used for residential and finishing work.
All five families are made from steel tube, mostly Q355 for standards and Q235 for ledgers, braces and planks. Wall thickness is 2.75, 3.0 or 3.2 mm, and we can customize it. Tube diameter is either 48 mm or 60 mm series. We do not claim one system is best for every job. The right choice depends on load, height, access and what your crew is used to.
Systems and components at a glance
| System | Joint | Main tube | Finish | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringlock | 8-hole rosette every 500 mm, wedge pin | Ø48.3 / Ø60.3 mm, Q355 standards | Hot-dip galvanized | Heavy shoring, facade, stages |
| Cuplock | Top and bottom cup every 500 mm | Ø48.3 mm | Galvanized or painted | Slab formwork support, access |
| Kwikstage | Wedge and V-pressing | Ø48.3 mm | Galvanized or painted | Facade access |
| Frame | Pinned frames with cross braces | Welded frames | Galvanized or painted | Light access, shoring frames |
| Wheel-lock | Wheel disc with pin | Ø48 mm | Painted | Slab support |
| Steel props | Threaded collar, G-pin | 48-60 mm outer, 40-48 mm inner | Galvanized, painted, powder coated | Slab and beam support |
Couplers, base jacks, U-head jacks, steel planks and stairs fit across systems.
Galvanized steel scaffolding vs painted steel
Hot-dip galvanized steel scaffolding has a service life of 15 years or more, which is the main reason most buyers choose it. The zinc coating protects the steel even where edges or welds are exposed. Painted or powder coated steel costs less up front and is available in red, orange, blue and yellow, but the coating is thinner and will need touch-ups after rough handling.
We make both finishes, but we recommend hot-dip galvanized for any project that will stand outdoors for months or be reused across many jobs. Painted steel can work for short indoor work or where the client wants a specific color and accepts more maintenance. We are upfront about this trade-off because it affects total cost over the life of the scaffolding.
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- Hot-dip galvanized, painted or powder coated
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