The KRAUSE ClimTec system according to DIN EN 1004
The new aluminium working scaffold adapted to the changes in the EN 1004 standard
The standard DIN EN 1004, which applies to mobile scaffolds (mobile working platforms), was revised in 2021 and is valid since 1st of December 2021. The standard incorporates a few changes. In addition to an extension of the scope of validity, fundamental changes regarding assembly and structural design of scaffolds were implemented. The aim of the standard change is to increase the safety of the users of mobile scaffolds. A fundamental change provides for railings and struts to be always mounted to the next lower platform. In the case of the first platform, the scaffold must be anchored from the ground. Alternatively, railings may also be attached through the open platform hatch. For all scaffolds and due to safety reasons, KRAUSE has decided against this method and allows assembly from the next lower level.
Since 15th of November 2021 we deliver all mobile working platforms of the ClimTec series in accordance with the requirements of the revised standard. If you would like to retrofit your existing mobile scaffold towers to comply with the standard, you will find an overview of the necessary retrofit components below. Simply enter the item number of your existing mobile scaffold tower:
KRAUSE GuardMatic System – maximum safety at any height
When users cross a platform, there is always a railing around it to prevent falling down. This also applies when scaffolds are disassembled, as the risk potential increases. The newly designed guardrail frames of the GuardMatic system can be easily mounted from the next lower level and combines railing, knee rail and diagonal strut. This reduces the number of individual parts and simplifies transport and logistics of the mobile scaffolds as well. The 6-point fixing of the new GuardMatic system with its vertical frame ensures maximum stability at any height and simplifies assembly and dismantling. After use, the diagonal struts can be folded and attached for easy transport.
In addition to the changes regarding design and structural characteristics of mobile scaffolds, the new standard also changes the scope of its validity. Previously, the standard only applied from a standing height of 2.50 m
The new mobile scaffold system: The benefits at a glance
The innovative guardrail frame „GuardMatic-System“ guarantees a simple and safe assembly by a complete integration of the diagonal braces.
The innovative guardrail frames "GuardMatic-System" guarantee simple and safe assembly through complete integration of the diagonal struts.
The 6-point fixing system ensures maximum stability at any height.
For transport or storage, the "GuardMatic system" railing frame can be attached to the integrated belt to save space.
The innovative shape of the diagonal struts offers one of the widest useful platform sizes available on the market.
Each package is equipped with a platform so that a maximum platform spacing of 2 m is ensured.
A high level of security
- TÜV approved, max. loading capacity 200 kg/m² in accordance to DIN 1004-1
- A safe assembly is guaranteed by the fixation of the rail frame GuardMatic-System before hanging in the next higher platform. The complete railing is assembled as a guard rail when accessing the platform through the hatch.
- By integrating the diagonal brace in the GuardMatic-System a safe and easy assembly is assured. Since the rail frame GuardMatic-System is foldable, it can be transported or stored easily while taking little space.
- The innovative shape of the GuardMatic-System offers a maximal usable area of the platform and does not disturb in any way.
- The six-point-fixation of the GuardMatic-System ensures a maximum of stability aloft.
- Each package includes a platform, so a maximum distance of 2 m between the platform is ensured.
- Speedy, tool-free assembly due to the use of form- and force-fit clamp-connections as well as attachable frame system-parts.
- Due to the adjustable stabilizers, the ClimTec® base scaffold can be transported through doors even when assembled and therefore it is perfect to be used for interior construction.
- Based on the expansion of the floor area in longitudinal and transverse direction, the V-shaped stabilizer offers an optimum of safety as well as the possibility to work near to the wall.
- A safe inside ascendancy is enusred by anti-slip profiled rungs.
- The ClimTec® base scaffold together with the 1. extension is applicable on stairs and ledges.
Composition of the packages:
While the basic scaffold still consists of the same components as before even after the standard change, the components of the two extensions will change as follows:
