B2B Purchase – July 2019

scaffolding & formwork opinion

46 B2B Purchase July 2019

the scaffolding. Allround scaffolding

was easily adapted to follow the contour

shape of the structure without difficult to

access. The erectors didn’t need to create

complex tube structures, saw off tubes all

the time, repeat measuring of connections

or constantly align the upright elements.

The wedge head provides an all in one

simple yet stable connection, coupled with

a logical assembly sequence and integral

safety. Hot-dip galvanisation and certified

quality assure allround scaffolding top-

quality products are extremely long-lived.

Several work levels were required plus

a lift going up 66 meters were required

to be integrated into the scaffolding. The

challenge set by this job was to follow as

precisely as possible due to inclined angles.

This was possible due to the extensive

capability of parts Layher allround are able

to offer.

Due to restriction of open space

possibilities of access Aluminium deck

with integrated ladder is only possibilities.

Internal accesses can be built into the

scaffolding with the access decks. These

decks conform to the requirements of DIN

EN 12811 and are available with a separate

or an integrated access ladder for internal

access.

The stability of a structure shall be

checked both with and without the wind

loads, as there may be reversal of the forces

under wind besides a reduced factor of

safety considered with the wind loads as

per IS 875 (Part 3). Assembly, alteration

and dismantling of the Layher allround

scaffolding involves a risk of falls. Perform

scaffolding assembly work in such a way

that the risk of falls is avoided as far

as possible and that the residual risk is

minimised.

The top lift of the scaffold at the top of

the structure called for Layher’s expertise.

Following the increasingly safe scaffolding

with proper access at all locations, Layher’s

technical bureau designed a series of

connected to the topmost existing

structure. Allround standards which made

them converge in tension-resistant form.

The scaffolders then placed the structure

on the highest point of the building

using allround standards and applicable

accessories.

Construction of scaffolding to make

approach for all required location was a

major challenge during the work due to

unsymmetrical structure, but it is easy

when will consider allround scaffolding

systems.

Layher’s new lightweight scaffolding is

result of a major, multi-year R&D project

with as clearly defined objective: to make

scaffolding easier, safe and above all more

cost effective for customer. n

Authored by:

Mithilesh Kumar,

Director,

Layher Scaffolding Systems Pvt Ltd

Eicher introduces India’s first BS-VI CV range

E

icher Trucks and Buses, a part

of VE Commercial Vehicles

Ltd (VECV), has launched the

country’s first BS-VI compliant light-duty

trucks — the Eicher Pro 2000 series Light-

Duty trucks. The new range will be available

in two variants — the Eicher Pro 2049 and

the Eicher Pro 2095XP. Light-Duty Trucks

“We have a superior and long-standing

expertise in manufacturing and exporting

base engines for Euro VI requirements

of the Volvo Group for the last 6 years.

This extensive experience with Euro VI

allows us the first mover advantage to

deliver products engineered to cater to

the new emission norms in the country.

The select models that we unveiled today

will be fuelled by our two new BS-VI

engine platforms, equipped with all new

state of the art cabin and industry first

features,” said Vinod Aggarwal, MD &

CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles. The new

Eicher Pro 2000 series takes logistics and

intra-city distribution to the next level,

focusing on the driver and his comfort.

“We believe the winning combination

of best in class fuel efficiency, better

turnaround, more payload, superior cabin

aggregates and a competitive price point

will help reduce the operating costs for

customers, resulting in higher profitability

which makes the Eicher Pro 2000 series

• Business ka Badshah,” added Aggarwal.

The entirely new range of ultra-

modern trucks will expand the light-duty

portfolio of Eicher, will address a wider

range of applications and help enter new

segments. The Pro2000 series has been

designed with segment-specific customer

needs to deliver significantly higher

profitability, loaded with Industry-first

features for enhanced reliability, safety,

comfort and efficiency.

This all-new range of Eicher Pro 2000

series will come with two new engine

platforms, built to deliver best-in-class

fuel efficiency and a range of power

options, compliant with BS-VI emission

standards. This new range also has two

new smart cabins developed for safe

and comfortable driver operation in 1.8

m and 2.0 m configurations. These are

equipped with new generation industry-

first features such as touch-screen

infotainment, Bluetooth and telematics

connectivity. The first of its kind range

will address the needs of the modern and

smart businessman, not just in India but

across the world. n