Scaffolding manufacturers and scaffolding dealers in Germany

In short: the German scaffolding market is dominated by a few major manufacturers (Layher, Hünnebeck, Peri, Doka, Altrad, Scafom-Rux, Ringer). Purchases are made directly from the manufacturer, from specialist retailers for new or second-hand goods, via auctions or classified adverts. This overview shows which manufacturers are available, how the distribution channels differ and what you should look out for when choosing a supplier.

Which scaffolding manufacturers are there?

The following manufacturers are best known in German-speaking countries. This overview classifies them impartially according to their country of origin and main area of focus; it is not a ranking.

Wie die Systeme dieser Hersteller technisch zueinander passen, erklärt der Ratgeber Gerüstsysteme und Kompatibilität. Ob ein Rahmen- oder Modulgerüst zu Ihrem Vorhaben passt, behandelt Rahmengerüst oder Modulgerüst.

Where can you buy scaffolding? An overview of the distribution channels

There are four common ways to obtain scaffolding. They differ mainly in terms of price, inspection requirements and the availability of accessories and spare parts.

• Direct from the manufacturer: brand-new goods at list price; long delivery times for special parts; no second-hand items available.
• Specialist retailers for new goods: expert advice and faster availability, at a price close to the original retail price.
• Specialist retailers of second-hand scaffolding: inspected branded goods at up to 60% below the original price, complete sets available from stock, advice on choosing the right system. CETRAC is part of this group: inspected second-hand scaffolding and formwork available from its Leipzig warehouse.
• Auctions and classified adverts: cheap, but usually without inspection, without a guarantee on accessories and without advice. You’re usually buying sight unseen.

If you’re looking for second-hand goods, it’s worth having a look at the guides ‘Buying second-hand scaffolding’ and ‘Buying second-hand formwork’.

Should I buy new or second-hand?

New equipment is a sensible choice if you need a complete system from a single supplier with a manufacturer’s warranty. Second-hand branded scaffolding is significantly cheaper and is sufficient for most standard projects, provided it has been inspected and is complete. The guide ‘Buying or Renting Scaffolding’ explains whether buying is more cost-effective than renting.

What should you look out for when choosing a retailer?

• Inspected goods: The seller will specify the condition, quantity and system for each item.
• Complete sets: Accessories, spare parts and matching compensating parts are available.
• Clear origin: The manufacturer and system name are clearly identifiable, ensuring that any future additions will be compatible.
• Advice and delivery: assistance with choosing a system, transparent delivery times, neat packaging on pallets or in mesh crates.

Which scaffolding suppliers are there in Germany?

As well as manufacturers and their sales organisations, there are specialist retailers for new and second-hand scaffolding. It is always worth making an objective comparison based on inspection, availability from stock and the completeness of the sets, rather than on the unit price alone. CETRAC specialises in inspected second-hand scaffolding and formwork and delivers from its Leipzig warehouse; for Bavaria, deliveries are also available from the CETRAC Süd site.

Inspected goods, with details of condition and system for each item; complete sets including accessories; clearly identifiable origin of the systems; as well as advice and traceable delivery.

The manufacturer supplies new goods at the list price. Specialist retailers offer faster availability and, in the second-hand market, certified branded goods at prices significantly below the new price.

Not automatically. Within a single system family, yes; between different manufacturers, only with suitable adaptor parts or the manufacturer’s approval. See the guide on scaffolding systems and compatibility for details.

From specialist retailers of second-hand scaffolding, who inspect the goods and supply complete sets from stock. CETRAC stocks inspected second-hand scaffolding and formwork from its Leipzig warehouse.

The best-known brands are Layher, Hünnebeck, PERI, Doka, Altrad (with brands such as Plettac and Baumann), Scafom-Rux and Ringer. They cover frame scaffolding, modular scaffolding and, to some extent, formwork.