Scaffold Design & Temporary Works Engineering

Engineered scaffold design for complex access and temporary works, with clear deliverables and compliance-led engineering 

With offices in Sheffield and Cornwall, were well placed to support projects across the UK

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Access Scaffold to a site in London called Webber St for replacing the existing cladding
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Clear scope before design work starts

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Engineer-led design for all scaffold structures

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Typical turnaround: 7-10 working days on standard schemes

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Drawings, calculations and support aligned to site realities

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CAT III capability for approval sensitive projects

WHY CONTRACTORS WORK WITH US

Practical Designs. Reliable Support. On Time.

Engineer -led scaffold design

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Network Rail CAT III capability

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Trusted by scaffold contractors for over 15 years

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UK-wide project support

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Site surveys and as-built designs

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Designs described by clients as in-depth, clear and easy to work from

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7-10 working day turnaround on typical projects

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Drawings, calculations and compliance-led deliverables

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Experience supporting demanding programmes and specialists schemes

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WHO WE WORK WITH

Supporting the people who build…

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Scaffold Contractors

Design support for access scaffolds, loading bays, temporary roofs and bespoke schemes

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Main Contractors

Scaffold design aligned with programme, logistics and site constraints

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Rail Contracts

Design input for rail adjacent infrastructure and approval sensitive projects

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Principle Contractors

Clear deliverables, co-ordinated design information & practical support for project teams

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TW Co-ordinators

Technical input, compliance-focused design packages and responsive communications

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Commercial/Heritage

Engineering solutions for both modern developments and sensitive existing structures.

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Different Project. Same Commitment.

No matter the challenge, we deliver clear, buildable and compliant scaffold designs.

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Everything you need to provide better project information

  • Basic project information

  • Drawings, site information

  • Loading and design requirements

  • Special considerations and approvals

  • Clear prompts for surveys, ties, sheeting, temporary roofs, interfaces and design deliverables.

‘We have our clients trust’

  • "Its great to work with familiar engineers"

    From knowing Ian from his previous background, we were keen to work with him and his growing team at DH Scaffold Services Ltd since 2011. For us as a company, its good to work with familiar engineers who know how we work and what we expect. The projects we undertake can often be specialised and this goes hand in hand with being demanding on timescales and resources. We often meet on site with the Clients to discuss the project, easing stresses of all around and giving correct results every time.

    Les Elmer, Director

    Narford Scaffolding Ltd

  • "Their work is second to none"

    Having used DH Scaffold Services Ltd to produce our designs and calculations for more than 10 years, we find their work to be second to none. Offering a prompt and reactive service, their quality designs are in-depth, yet easy to comprehend. The team members at DH Scaffold Services Ltd continue to provide a personalised experience with every project ensuring they are always on hand to accommodate the clients ever changing needs.

    Leigh Anderson - Director

    BVL Scaffolding Ltd

  • "A Professional and Reliable Service"

    DH Scaffold Services Ltd provides a professional, reliable and thorough service with a level of flexibility that has helped PJ Harte meet our clients requirements and tight programmes on numerous occasions.

    Gerald Harte - Director

    PJ Harte Ltd

  • "Turnaround times are impressive"

    The team at DH Scaffold Services Ltd have been extremely helpful from the outset. Their proactive approach to design, combined with their ability to work quickly and adapt to our tight timeframes has made them a great support for our projects. The communication has been excellent, and the turnaround times have been impressive. I would highly recommend DH Scaffold Services Ltd to anyone looking for a reliable and professional scaffold design.

    Natalie Lake

    Managing Director

    MTS Scaffolding