Dimensions & Weight
Key dimensions are checked against the agreed specification. Weight can be used as an additional cross-check for the order.
TOOLS: VERNIER CALIPERS · TAPE MEASURE · WEIGHING
QUALITY & INSPECTION
Ringlock Scaffolding Quality & Inspection
We check each Ringlock order against the agreed specification before shipment. Depending on the component, checks can cover dimensions, weight, material documents, visible welds, connection parts, galvanizing, assembly fit and packing.
ORDER CHECK
Inspection items are matched to the component and order.
WHAT WE CHECK
What We Check on Ringlock Components
Checks vary by component. Standards, ledgers, diagonal braces, base collars and adjustable jacks are checked for the dimensions, connection details, visible welds, surface condition and assembly points that apply to each part.
Connection Parts
Rosettes, wedges, ledger heads and other connection areas are visually checked for condition, positioning and obvious defects. Assembly fit can be checked separately where required.
METHOD: VISUAL CHECK + ASSEMBLY FIT WHEN REQUIRED
Visible Weld Condition
Routine weld inspection is visual. Welded areas are checked for visible defects, poor positioning and other obvious problems.
METHOD: VISUAL INSPECTION
Galvanizing & Surface
Galvanized surfaces are checked for general condition and visible defects. Zinc coating thickness can also be measured when it is required for the order.
METHOD: SURFACE CHECK + COATING THICKNESS WHEN REQUIRED
GALVANIZING & SURFACE
Surface Appearance Is Checked Separately from Fit and Assembly
A clean galvanized surface does not tell the whole story. Surface condition is checked separately from dimensions, connections, welds and assembly fit.
1Check the galvanized surface for visible defects and general condition.
2Measure zinc coating thickness when the order requires it.
3Keep surface inspection separate from connection and assembly checks.
ASSEMBLY & DETAIL
Check More Closely Where Components Connect
Individual tubes can look fine while the connection area still needs attention. Connection condition and assembly fit are checked separately, with closer attention to the parts that affect engagement and assembly.
COMPONENT DETAIL
Connection Inspection
Rosettes, wedges, ledger heads and related connection areas are checked before assembly fit is considered.
SYSTEM FIT
Assembly Fit Check
Component compatibility and assembly fit are checked separately from surface appearance.
NEW & USED RINGLOCK
New and Used Ringlock Need Different Inspection Priorities
New and used Ringlock are not checked in exactly the same way. New components are checked against the order, while used stock also needs condition checks for corrosion, bending, concrete contamination and damaged connection parts.
Order and component checks
For new Ringlock, checks normally cover the agreed dimensions, weight, material documents, visible weld condition, connection parts, galvanizing, assembly and packing.
- Dimensions and weight
- Material documentation
- Connections, visible welds and galvanizing
- Assembly fit and packing
Condition-based sorting
For used Ringlock, cleaning and sorting come before grading. Additional attention is given to corrosion, obvious bending, heavy concrete contamination and damaged connection parts.
- Cleaning and sorting before grading
- Corrosion and visible condition
- Bending and concrete contamination
- Damaged wedges or connection parts
INSPECTION RESOURCES
Need a More Detailed Inspection?
Different Ringlock components have different inspection points. Our technical articles cover dimensions, connections, visible weld condition, galvanizing and assembly fit in more detail.
Component-Specific Inspection Guides
Browse inspection guidance by component or inspection point.
Inspection Checklist
Weld Quality
Connection Inspection
Dimensional Inspection
Galvanizing
Assembly Fit
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DOCUMENTATION
Reports & Order Documents
Material documents and packing lists can be provided for the order. Available test reports can also be supplied when they apply to the product.
The report images shown here are examples. The document package depends on the product and order.
QUALITY QUESTIONS
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Send the Component List and Inspection Points
Tell us which checks or documents need to be included before shipment.