Entries by Sarah Wilson

Still growing after 50 years: Gilray ranks 7th in new SME business index

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With over 50 years in the scaffolding industry, Gilray Plant is one of the oldest wholesale scaffolding specialists in the UK. And with all that history behind us, the future is also looking bright. Recently, Gilray Plant was ranked the seventh fastest-growing small or medium-sized enterprise in Surrey, Kent and Sussex – a testament to […]

1 Tonne Gilray Sacks Added To Our Product Range

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Gilray are pleased to announce that we have added 1 Tonne Gilray Sacks to our extensive product range. Our new product range has been tried, tested and certified to a safe working load of 1,000 kgs and a safety factor of 5:1. Click here for more details Call 01322 442006  or email [email protected]  to order today or discuss […]

13ft Board Christmas Promotional Offer !

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We are pleased to announce that Gilray Plant Ltd are currently running a 13ft Scaffold Board Christmas Promotional Offer. The promotion is underway and will end on December 22nd, with all collections or deliveries concluded by that date. Deliveries will be subject to your enquiry, so please do contact us by phone on 01322 442006  or […]

Brexit Impact on the Construction and Scaffolding Industry

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As Britain prepares for Brexit, many in the construction and scaffolding industry are seeking guidance on how they will be affected. Although many questions remain unanswered, Gilray Plant has brought together what we know so far on what the impact of Brexit may be on the scaffolding industry.

When Should Scaffolding Be Inspected?

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Health and safety is paramount in construction and scaffold erectors have a duty to provide a safe place for their employees to work. With this in mind, it’s imperative that scaffolding is checked regularly to ensure that it meets the required safety standards. So, how often should scaffolding be inspected?

Types of Scaffolding in Construction

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Your scaffolding affects the speed, efficiency and output of your building project. Find out about the different scaffolding types in the construction industry and pick the right one for your site.

Covid-19 and Site Safety: What you Need to Know

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Back when PPE just meant hard hats, goggles or ear defenders, site safety for scaffolders was a serious but simple matter. Now though, in the “new normal” we’re all living in thanks to Covid-19, there’s a lot more for scaffold erectors to consider. But with the right knowledge and preparation, it’s possible to create a […]

Things You Can Do With Reclaimed Scaffold Boards

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Reclaimed scaffold boards are perfect if you fancy taking on a creative new challenge and if you are looking to build a new piece of furniture or would like to add some authentic finishing touches to your home. Other than just being used as a working platform, scaffold boards have a number of other uses. […]

Sustainability in Scaffolding

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When, in 1970, Joni Mitchell sang about how “you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone/They paved paradise/And put up a parking lot”, she was way ahead of her time. The world’s economies ploughed on regardless in a headlong rush for ever greater development.  Here in the UK, we have now reached the stage […]