Installing a new building facade made easy
With building owners desperate to stand out in the crowded market, especially in city environments, more are opting for a building facade to make their premise instantly identifiable.
With so many facades and unique artistic pieces popping up on buildings around the country, high-rise external lifting equipment is in high demand. This demand is only set to grow exponentially in the coming years as the modernisation of cities focuses more on adding personality to buildings to create a more distinguishable skyline.
Though this is great for facade installation companies and construction companies which specialise in this niche field, these installations can be time-consuming if the incorrect equipment is used. In effect, though more jobs will be available on the market, companies may not be able to keep up with this growth in demand, therefore letting competitors increase their market share.
Fortunately, Standard Access provides monorail systems and mast climbing equipment, which can take the guesswork out of facade installation. This state-of-the-art equipment has already proven to be successful across the industry and has helped many businesses see long-term success. They accomplish this by:
Less downtime on sites
Construction companies often have limited knowledge of what equipment they can install on their sites, especially with new, innovative equipment on the market. Mast climbers and monorails are the best solution, as they can be installed from the ground up almost instantaneously and without using a crane. Mast climbers and monorails can also save construction companies large amounts of money on what would otherwise be spent coordinating heavy equipment.
If there may be a concern with the function of the mast climber or monorail systems, construction companies are also encouraged to contact the Standard Access technicians. They will be happy to assist and provide maintenance and servicing where required to reduce the risk of downtime and keep the site operating to full capacity.
Cost Savings on the building facade
Without the use of Standard Access’ innovative equipment, construction companies would need to source multiple types of machinery to complete various aspects of their job. These call-out and contractor fees quickly stack up and can impede business profitability, particularly for bigger jobs.
As Standard Access considers all of the job requirements, the high access solutions will allow the whole job to be completed without needing other equipment. This means that one installation will be enough to complete the entire job and that company owners can take home more profit to reinvest into their business.
Increased efficiency
The Standard Access team will work directly with your worksite targets to customise access solutions that meet your demands. In fact, the installation carried out by Standard Access is the most advanced in the industry and can guarantee that all areas of your facade works can be accessed simultaneously, regardless of how expansive the design may be.
With multiple contractors working simultaneously, this then significantly reduces lead times on site. For example, in the past, when using heavy machinery, facade installation teams may have only had the capacity to work on one side of a building at once, meaning the work could take months to complete. With access across all workable areas of the building, mast climb systems can ensure your job is completed as quickly as possible, so you can take on more work, increase market share and assist more clients in their facade installations.
Reducing injury on site
Operating high-rise construction sites can be a large risk for companies and facade installation teams. With the threat of falls and injury, many companies may lose significant profits in work compensation if they don’t provide a safe environment for their contractors.
The mast climbing platforms and monorail systems provided by the Standard Access team are incredibly safe to operate and have been tested against the strictest OH&S standards. Though they are easy to operate, all those working on the mast climbing platforms will also receive training from the Standard Access team to ensure they use the equipment safely and efficiently. This training program is short but covers all of the basics, meaning staff will be well educated without sacrificing significant work time and profits. All facilitated training will come with the appropriate documentation to show that construction companies adhered to their due diligence requirements.
Supporting building facade installations across the country
No matter where you’re operating, the team at Standard Access can help you find the access solutions you need to complete your facade installation. If you want to save on costs, improve efficiency and redefine the meaning of site safety, speak to us and get started today!
Access end-to-end re-clad solutions with Standard Access
A successful re-clad solution is as much part of every city as the buildings themselves. As skylines continue to modernise and cities get bigger, many older buildings are undergoing renovation work and re-cladding to remain relevant. However, in busy, congested cities, including Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, it can be difficult to operate heavy machinery without obscuring traffic or shutting down lanes. In many cases, building managers will opt for night works and renovations, which cost copious amounts of money, to complete their job without negatively impacting the environment around them.
Fortunately, Standard Access provides lifting and handling equipment, material hoists and personnel hoists, which grant access to high-rise buildings and construction projects without cranes and other heavy lifting equipment. When implemented correctly, these solutions can benefit facade consultants, corporate companies, building companies and facade contractors alike.
Here are just some of the reasons how Standard Access’ solutions can benefit those invested in the re-clad process.
Re-clad solutions offered by Standard Access are high-quality and reduce downtime
Many facade consultants and contractors have limited knowledge about the quality equipment available in the market. Rather than seeking the most efficient solution, such as a mast climbing work platform, they typically stick to what they have known to work for generations, such as cranes and scissor lifts. Unfortunately, these often have limited mobility and can make re-cladding jobs in congested spaces difficult to complete.
Standard Access sources the highest-quality modern lifting solutions, suited to completing the entire scope of work. When you contact the team, they will help you find the pieces of access equipment you need to complete the job. This will save money on call-out fees and contractors. It will also reduce downtime due to waiting long periods for new equipment to arrive on site.
On top of this, the equipment you source for your re-clad will be tested against the highest quality standards and serviced regularly. This will prevent downtime and ensure that contractors are safe.
Protect the public with high-quality access solutions
Many buildings that require a re-clad have been standing for years. Due to decades of sun, wind and rain exposure, their current cladding could present a risk to the public. In the event of an accident, this could place corporates at risk of high insurance claims and poor media exposure.
Standard Access machinery and lifting equipment can be installed on-site at short notice. With hoist operators also available for hire, this can certify that any non-compliant cladding is removed and re-instated. With limited resources required to reach these high-rise facilities, the Standard Access solution can save building owners and corporate companies thousands of dollars.
All re-clad works can be carried out at once with Standard Access’ solutions
In the past, re-cladding has been a long process due to the safety risks of operating too much machinery at once. Standard Access provides wide reach and close building proximity, meaning many contractors can work on their designated job together. Having them all work on separate parts of the re-clad can reduce the lead time for completion.
For construction companies, this provides the opportunity to complete high-quality jobs at a more efficient pace. In the long-term, they can then pick up more re-clads and increase their year-on-year profits without compromising service quality.
Another benefit of having all works carried out at once is the reduced administration and risk. Construction company owners and foremen will only need to focus on a few days worth of planning. This decrease in administration means they can allocate more time to facilitating safety protocols and risk assessments to keep all staff safe. Standard Access also offers full equipment training for first-time users or those looking to refresh their knowledge to help maintain the integrity of the worksite.
Proven success from Standard Access
Approached by Built in 2020, Standard Access was tasked with providing a solution for a re-cladding project on 8 Nicholson St, Victoria. All facade panels from the floor to the roof of the 70-metre building needed replacing. Above this, the mast climbers and monorails had to be maximised to cover all elevations in one installation while minimising anchoring points.
With careful planning and attention to detail, the Standard Access team combined several single & twin mast climbers working in conjunction with the ‘glide-rail’ monorail system. As secondary support, they also provided a 2000kg materials hoist and several 500kg & 1000kg rope hoists. All mast climbers were supported at the base by engineered steel gantries.
This successful solution was met with an abundance of praise and endless support. The Built team commented that Standard Access’ eye for detail made this re-clad project much easier to undertake than it would have been using regular machinery.
Supporting all re-clad projects
The team at Standard Access is passionate about showing contractors, building owners, and construction companies how new lifting and handling machinery can make a difference to re-clad works. If you are interested in finding out more or implementing a high-value listing solution on your site, you can always contact the team.