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How to adapt existing system scaffold (Thomas Jefferson University Hospital)

June 27, 2012

Even the best laid plans get interrupted from time to time. So was the case at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. The Alumni Hall building on the Jefferson University Hospital campus in Center City has been undergoing some changes to the HVAC system. Superior Scaffold was called out to install scaffolding on the 6th floor rooftop spanning the entire 42 foot long section of roof all the way up the the 9th floor so workers could get up to make piping tie-ins and add insulation. The scaffolding was in place and functioning well when one of the contractors determined that he...

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Superior Scaffold helps install innovative solar array over Camden County Wastewater Treatment Plant.

June 18, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

In a first of a kind move, the Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA) of New Jersey embraced the growing need for renewable energy by installing a giant array of solar panels over the Camden, NJ water treatment plant. The panels will provide enough power to run the day-to-day operations of the plant (producing more than 2.2 million kilowatt hours each year in energy offsetting production costs.) These arrays will enable the company to become more cost efficient and reduce the carbon footprint needed to treat wastewater. The Challenge Superior scaffold’s challenge was to devise a way for the crews to install the...

Superior Scaffold’s canopy withstands the harshest of tests.

June 14, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

In an instant, lives can change. One second you are walking down the street and the next a car is careening out of control in your direction. To complicate things, you are beneath a canopy outside a hospital waiting for your scheduled appointment. That canopy supports a ton of weight in steel, aluminum and wood that could come crashing down around you. But luckily, Superior Scaffold installed the canopy. As one of the best in the industry Superior builds them to withstand most anything that can be thrown at it - including being run into by a car. Nobody wants their scaffolding...

Superior starts work at Bryn Mawr Hospital, Bryn Mawr, PA

June 7, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

Superior Scaffold has assisted with this type of surgical maneuver in and around elevator shafts many times. This time, it just so happens to be at the Bryn Mawr Hospital where iron workers need to install and weld new structural steel as part of the new addition to the hospital. Some of these pics show what's going on in the 4th floor elevator shafts where crews cut holes into the shaft walls to install aluminum joists that would span the opening. Then they had to deck in over the joists to make safe platforms so crews could complete their work. ...

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Superior Scaffold wins Grand Jury Award for work on Independence Hall Tower, Philadelphia, PA

May 14, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

Superior Scaffold was one of the contractors included in the Preservation Alliance Grand Jury award for the renovation of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA! The prestigious award is given those companies and contractors that meet strict criteria set forth by the Preservation Alliance for a greater Philadelphia. Their mission is to actively promote the appreciation, protection, and appropriate use and development of the Philadelphia region's historic buildings, communities and landscapes. The award is the culmination of work by many companies and workers who did more than just another job on this tower. They helped preserve a piece of american history. Everyone involved...

Superior Scaffold’s emergency services team saves the day at Aramark Tower, Philadelphia, PA.

April 24, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

No one ever wants to receive the call that a Fed Ex truck backed into the scaffolding on a job, especially one that sits in middle of one of Center City’s busiest intersections. But that’s exactly what happened at the Aramark Tower. Somehow, Fed Ex backed their truck into the aluminum canopy that was around the building at 11th and Market. (Hey, accidents happen). The call went out to Superior Scaffold and their 24-hour emergency services team was on the spot within hours to repair the damage, averting what could have been a very dangerous situation. Superior’s Anthony Pini got...

Incredible photos of Our Lady of Lourdes Statue going back up!

April 5, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

Superior Scaffold has been there from the beginning, after the earthquake, through the dismantlement, and now the reassembly. This story from the people of Philly.com (been removed) really shows the delicate work involved with putting the statue back up on top of the Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, in Camden, NJ one piece at time. And of course, that's our scaffolding all around her. Click on this Link or the photo below to see the entire story. ...

Scaffold and Access Industry Magazine prints article about Superior and Our Lady of Lourdes

March 1, 2012

by Superior Scaffold

Superior Scaffold is in the center of the latest issue of SA Magazine for the work we did on Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center. As we blogged before, it was all about how we secured the beloved statue on top of the building after the earthquake. Props go out to Gina Kellogg of SAIM - she did a great job! You can read the article here: Scaffold Industry Magazine Scaffold Industry Magazine...

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New Copper Swages or Ferrules for Suspended Scaffold wire ropes

November 15, 2011

by Superior Scaffold

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkAl5lSL1Fo Our Superior Scaffold Suspended expert tells us about the new copper swages. Why they are stronger, safer, and better than traditional bolt on ferrules or fist grips for wire ropes and tie-downs. Very simply put - time and safety. Traditionally, you had to make sure each of your fist grips were tightened sufficiently before getting to work. With these new copper swages you are safe and secure and working the minute you hit the job site. Another helpful hint from Superior Scaffold. Also see scaffolding...

Superior’s Emergency scaffold service at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center – Camden, NJ

September 9, 2011

by Superior Scaffold

The earthquake did more than rattle buildings up and down the east coast. It also toppled figurines at churches in Washington DC, and damaged statues and monuments as well. One of them was the giant statue at the top of the Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center in Camden, NJ. Superior Scaffold was called because of our super fast response times (within 24 hours). We got the call and within 24 hours we had an emergency scaffold in place to start repairing the cracks in the statue. It's one of the services that we pride ourselves on. We have the fastest turn-around...