Scaffolding ALTRAD, ALFIX, olas polka, frame scaffolding or module?

[Martin Lj]

Looking for a scaffold for my upcoming construction project. I was thinking of a 9x4 since it's a one-story, so I don't need it higher.

But it's not easy to find scaffolding; I will be doing a lot myself, so I would prefer to buy scaffolding instead of renting since I will need it for a few months.

First, I stumbled upon https://www.hemfint.se/byggnadsstallning-ram-9x4stal
There they have a steel frame scaffolding made by olas polka(?) meaning manufactured in Poland (as they said at customer service). This one is the cheapest and costs 12000.

Then I stumbled upon https://www.stallning.se/fasadstallningar/ramstallning/stal/ramstallning-9x4-stal
There they have a steel frame scaffolding made by ALTRAD, which I assume is better than the Polish brand. Slightly more expensive, around 14000 with shipping.

Then I got a quote for a 9x4 frame scaffolding made by ALFIX in aluminum instead. That ended up costing a few thousand more.

Can anyone explain the pros and cons of frame scaffolding versus module scaffolding?
How much better is aluminum? I'm going to handle it myself or with some help from my wife during assembly, so I assume aluminum is lighter.

Is a module scaffold advantageous compared to a frame scaffold?

Which manufacturers are preferred?

 

[Skorpan]

Bumping up because I am also interested!

 

[Zedo]

Have you bought anything yet? For my part, I'm leaning towards a frame scaffolding from altrad. In aluminum. I was undecided between modular and frame but I think I will be satisfied with a frame scaffolding. I imagine it's faster to set up by one person.

 

[Bernieberg]

Have you bought anything yet? For my part, I'm leaning towards a frame scaffolding from Altrad. In aluminum. I was torn between modular and frame but I think I'll be happy with frame scaffolding. I imagine that it's faster to set up by one person.

We bought Altrad frame scaffolding in alu two years ago and have renovated and painted the entire facade over two summers. I think it has worked excellently! Bought a package that's three frames high and I set it up and take it down by myself. Added some extra feet and accessories to be able to mount everything widthwise too, it didn't require much extra. Also bought some flexible platform carriers that can be placed anywhere on the frame when something special is needed (though it doesn’t perfectly align with railing height then).

 

[Zedo]

We bought Altrad scaffolding in aluminum two years ago and have renovated and painted the entire facade over two summers. I think it has worked excellently! We bought a package that is three frames high and I set it up and take it down alone. Added some extra feet and accessories to be able to construct everything in width as well, not much extra was needed. We also bought some flexible platform holders that you can place anywhere on the frame when you need a little customization (though it doesn't match perfectly with railing height then).

Great, thanks for that. Just what I needed to hear to come to a decision!

 

[nino]

Did it become a scaffold?
Also looking... need 9x8m with a gable top, which is not standard, but I have received quotes for it when I contacted the different companies.
Steel frame scaffolding, aluminum will be about 18000:- extra for maybe 200kg lighter, which I think feels not worth it?

The last quote there is for 9x8m plus gable top but can also be built as 15x6.

 

[nochl]

I ordered from ställning.se as described below (standard 9x4m with gable top + 1m extension). I only partially set it up for a project last summer but will fully set it up in the coming weeks. From what I have seen so far, I am satisfied with the quality and usability.

I will probably sell it on once all the projects are completed, if that day ever comes...

Item No. Description Quantity Unit Price Row Total
AL-2607-set Scaffolding 9x4m with gable top - Frame Steel 1 0 kr 0 kr
AL-2607 Frame Scaffolding 9x4m with gable top - Steel - Base 1 16125 kr 16125 kr
AL-S09041 Toe Board Package Frame Scaffolding 9x4m with gable top 1 1100 kr 1100 kr
AL-U0201 Access Package 4 m (1/2) 1 1612.50 kr 1612.50 kr
AL-T0000 No stair tower 1 0 kr 0 kr
AL-E202028 Frame 1.00 x 0.73 m - Steel 4 711 kr 2844 kr
AL-E283630 Guardrail 3.07 m - Steel 3 206 kr 618 kr
Shipping Price (Class 9 - 1950 excl. VAT) 1 2438 kr 2438 kr
Total Price (incl. VAT) 24737.50 kr

 

[Zedo]

Did you get a frame?
Also looking... need 9x8m with a gable top, which is not standard, but I have received quotes for it when I contacted the various companies.
Steel frame scaffolding, aluminum will be about 18,000:- extra for maybe 200kg lighter, which I feel is not worth it?

The last quote is for 9x8m plus gable top, but it can also be built as 15x6

Did I ever! Bought aluminum frame scaffolding. And a lot. Mostly to avoid assembling and disassembling. Aluminum is insanely light and convenient to handle on your own.
Where in Dalarna are you located? I'm thinking a bit about selling some. Is it the 9x8 with a gable top you need?

 

[nino]

If it did! Bought an aluminum frame. And a lot. Mostly to avoid picking up and down. Aluminum is insanely light and convenient to handle on your own.
Where in Dalarna are you located? I'm considering selling a bit. Is it 9x8 with a gable top you need?

Yes, it is, the northern part
But I'll happily drive