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The Plank with Wind Latches is a safety-enhanced scaffolding component designed to secure scaffold boards in high-wind environments, preventing displacement and falling hazards. Constructed from premium-grade steel with a non-slip serrated surface, this plank features integrated wind latches at both ends, which automatically engage with scaffolding ledgers to create a secure mechanical connection. The latches are spring-loaded and adjustable, accommodating ledger sizes from 48mm to 60mm in diameter. The plank is available in standard lengths (1.5m, 2.4m, 3.0m) and can support loads up to 550kg, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications. The steel is hot-dip galvanized for corrosion resistance, while the non-slip surface ensures worker safety even in wet or icy conditions.
Automatic Wind Latches: The patent-pending latch design provides instant engagement when the plank is seated on ledgers, eliminating the need for manual fastening and reducing installation time. The latches resist uplift forces caused by wind speeds up to 120km/h.
Enhanced Safety Features: The serrated anti-slip surface exceeds industry standards for traction, while the raised edge profile prevents small tools from rolling off the plank’s sides.
Universal Compatibility: The adjustable latches fit most common ledger types, including Kwikstage, Ringlock, and Cuplock systems, making it a versatile choice for mixed scaffolding setups.
Durable Construction: The galvanized finish and reinforced welded joints ensure the plank withstands repeated impact, heavy loads, and harsh weather, providing long-term reliability.
The Plank with Wind Latches is essential for projects in high-wind regions, such as coastal construction, mountainous areas, or urban high-rises where wind turbulence is prevalent. It is commonly used in offshore platforms, bridge decks, and tall building exteriors, where scaffold board stability is critical to worker safety and project continuity. In renewable energy projects, such as wind turbine maintenance, these planks provide a secure working surface at elevated heights, even in gusty conditions. They are also ideal for temporary structures in outdoor events, where sudden wind gusts could otherwise destabilize unlatched planks.
Q: How do the wind latches work in strong winds?
A: The latches use a cam-lock mechanism that tightens under upward force, creating a stronger grip as wind pressure increases. They must be fully seated on ledgers for optimal performance.
Q: Can the planks be used without engaging the latches?
A: Yes, but this is not recommended in windy conditions. Always engage the latches in environments where uplift forces may occur.
Q: Are the latches removable for regular planks?
A: No, the latches are permanently attached to ensure structural integrity. For non-wind applications, consider standard scaffold planks without latches.
Q: What is the weight of a 3.0m plank with wind latches?
A: Approximately 18kg, slightly heavier than standard planks due to the latch mechanism, but still manageable for two-person installation.
The Plank with Wind Latches is a safety-enhanced scaffolding component designed to secure scaffold boards in high-wind environments, preventing displacement and falling hazards. Constructed from premium-grade steel with a non-slip serrated surface, this plank features integrated wind latches at both ends, which automatically engage with scaffolding ledgers to create a secure mechanical connection. The latches are spring-loaded and adjustable, accommodating ledger sizes from 48mm to 60mm in diameter. The plank is available in standard lengths (1.5m, 2.4m, 3.0m) and can support loads up to 550kg, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications. The steel is hot-dip galvanized for corrosion resistance, while the non-slip surface ensures worker safety even in wet or icy conditions.
Automatic Wind Latches: The patent-pending latch design provides instant engagement when the plank is seated on ledgers, eliminating the need for manual fastening and reducing installation time. The latches resist uplift forces caused by wind speeds up to 120km/h.
Enhanced Safety Features: The serrated anti-slip surface exceeds industry standards for traction, while the raised edge profile prevents small tools from rolling off the plank’s sides.
Universal Compatibility: The adjustable latches fit most common ledger types, including Kwikstage, Ringlock, and Cuplock systems, making it a versatile choice for mixed scaffolding setups.
Durable Construction: The galvanized finish and reinforced welded joints ensure the plank withstands repeated impact, heavy loads, and harsh weather, providing long-term reliability.
The Plank with Wind Latches is essential for projects in high-wind regions, such as coastal construction, mountainous areas, or urban high-rises where wind turbulence is prevalent. It is commonly used in offshore platforms, bridge decks, and tall building exteriors, where scaffold board stability is critical to worker safety and project continuity. In renewable energy projects, such as wind turbine maintenance, these planks provide a secure working surface at elevated heights, even in gusty conditions. They are also ideal for temporary structures in outdoor events, where sudden wind gusts could otherwise destabilize unlatched planks.
Q: How do the wind latches work in strong winds?
A: The latches use a cam-lock mechanism that tightens under upward force, creating a stronger grip as wind pressure increases. They must be fully seated on ledgers for optimal performance.
Q: Can the planks be used without engaging the latches?
A: Yes, but this is not recommended in windy conditions. Always engage the latches in environments where uplift forces may occur.
Q: Are the latches removable for regular planks?
A: No, the latches are permanently attached to ensure structural integrity. For non-wind applications, consider standard scaffold planks without latches.
Q: What is the weight of a 3.0m plank with wind latches?
A: Approximately 18kg, slightly heavier than standard planks due to the latch mechanism, but still manageable for two-person installation.
