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Spider Provides Expert Suspended Scaff olding Solution
> Spider, a division of SafeWorks, LLC, provides the suspended access solution, including swing stages, fall protection and training, for installation of panels on the façade of the 400-ft tall Colorado State Bank Building in downtown Denver, CO. Under the direction of general contractor Swinerton Builders, Spider supplied subcontractor GEN3 with nine u-shaped swing stages powered by Zmac/1000® traction hoists to access the columns of the structure. In addition, seven standard modular platforms ranging in length from 15 ft to 45 ft and also powered by the workhorse Zmac/1000®s are increasing efficiency by feeding materials to the u-shaped stages. Safety line, rope grabs and termination plates from Spider’s trusted line of fall protection solutions are also in place throughout the project. Spider provided Competent Person Training for all of the equipment
operators from GEN3 and Swinerton Builders and is making regular site visits to ensure safety compliance. “Spider’s cooperation and knowledge is second to none, and as the
superintendent for the 27-story re-clad of the Colorado State Bank building, that makes them first in line when it’s time for staging and safety,” says Doug Schnorr, Senior Superintendent for Swinerton Builders. Spider was the only local swing stage company that could provide the
high volume of rental equipment for the project’s 7-month duration along with the training support and expertise. Since the work began in April, there have been no incidents or injuries, and the goal is for that trend to continue until the project’s October completion. y
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Bridon Incorporates Energy Saving Technology at Wire Mill
> Intelligent, energy-saving blower technology has been installed by Thorite to agitate the rinse tanks at Bridon International’s Doncaster wire mill more efficiently. Working closely with Bridon International’s Environmental Manager Lucy Smith, Thorite’s engineering team developed a system which slashes energy requirements to such an extent that it will pay for itself in well under 12 months. Blown air is piped to agitate the water in rinse tanks which wash away
residual acids and coatings on steel wire rod after dipping. Bridon International, the global technology leader in the manufacture of steel wire and fibre rope solutions, previously used compressed air at 6bar to carry out this process, but the new system requires only 0.2bar to achieve the same results. The system comprises a Becker variable speed side channel blower and
control panel, Bonomi piloted, actuated, PVC ball valves with marine coatings to protect against the corrosive environment, plus all necessary pipework and electrical installations. Lucy Smith, Bridon International’s Environmental Manager said:
“In order to produce the world’s most innovative ropes, Bridon requires the very best in advanced and efficient technology. The installation of the energy- saving systems that Thorite has provided to enhance this step in the production line will play a role in helping Bridon maintain and develop its technology leadership position across its key markets.” y
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