Scaffolding parts and their names - every component simply explained
Ledgers, base jacks, toe boards, diagonal braces - anyone ordering a scaffold for the first time faces a vocabulary of its own. This glossary explains all common scaffolding parts and their names in one sentence per component - with a direct link to our inspected stock. That way you know exactly what quotes and parts lists are talking about.
The scaffolding glossary: components from A to Z
Load-bearing components:
- Vertical frames (standing frames): the load-bearing base element of the frame scaffold - view scaffolding frames
- Vertical standards: individual posts of the modular scaffold with rosettes - vertical standards
- Scaffolding ledgers: horizontal connection between the standards - scaffolding ledgers
- Scaffolding tubes: the flexible basis of the tube-and-coupler scaffold - scaffolding tubes
- Lattice girders: bridge openings and large spans - lattice girders
Decking & access:
- Scaffolding decks / scaffolding planks: the working surface in steel, aluminium or timber - scaffolding planks
- Access decks: decks with hatch and ladder for moving between levels - access decks
- Scaffolding ladders & scaffolding stairs: safe ascent and descent - ladders / stairs
Safety:
- Railings (side protection): mandatory from a fall height of 2 m - railings
- Toe boards: prevent material falling from the level - toe boards
- Diagonal braces: brace the scaffold and ensure stability - diagonal braces
- Scaffolding anchors: connect the scaffold to the facade - scaffolding anchors
- Protective roof: protects walkways beneath the scaffold - protective roofs
Base & connection:
- Scaffolding feet / base jacks: height-adjustable base for uneven ground - scaffolding feet
- Scaffolding couplers / clamps: connect tubes rigidly (rigid coupler) or at an angle (swivel coupler) - clamps & couplers
- Scaffolding brackets: widen the working surface, e.g. for ETICS - scaffolding brackets
- Swivel castors: turn a static scaffold into a rolling scaffold - swivel castors
We stock all parts inspected, new and used: browse scaffolding parts stock. When a part needs replacing is covered in our wear guide - and whether your parts fit together in the article on system compatibility.