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Gondola Suspended Platform
Introduction
With the new age of construction development, various construction equipment has been developed. Similarly, with the coming of new equipment, there is a gradual shift observed from using traditional and unsafe construction mechanisms to using new types of equipment. One of these is a gondola-suspended platform.
Gondola Suspended Platform
The gondola suspended platform, also known as the “rope-suspended platform, ” defines the technique. The Gondola is a high-efficiency model used at heights for several jobs, such as installing glass facades, curtain walls, painting, external wall plastering, and maintaining the exterior surfaces of any building.
The Gondola is an efficient and even safe method to be reliable and opt. Scaffolding the old practice was unsafe for workers. In today’s days, getting a skilled workforce is challenging. So, to ensure the safety of people, contractors opt for this method nowadays.
Safety ensured by Gondola
- If the main rope breaks off the Gondola, the safety lock activates and provides excellent grip on the suspended platform.
- An anti-tilting cut-off protection system balances the load uniformly over the platform. If the load is concentrated on one side, it may lead to unsafe conditions. This system is usually activated if the platform angle is tilted more than 4 degrees and instantly cuts down the power supply.
- The centrifugal speed limiter is the device that acquires control over the platform’s speed when needed. In cases like brake failures as well as free-fall, this device helps. At the same time, travelling upwards or downwards, if there is an inevitable increase in speed beyond the limit, the device gets actuated and stops the operation.
- Locking of upper counterweights. The upper weights are locked with a lock and key firmly to avoid the unauthorized removal of consequences.
- The platform’s electric panel should also be locked to prevent unauthorized operations by anyone other than the operator in charge.
Customization of cradle
These platforms or cradles can be customized according to their work, such as painting, plastering, etc. Several shapes of cradle are available, for example, a ‘curve’ shape cradle, a ‘W’ shape cradle, an ‘L’ shape cradle, an ‘S’ shape cradle, and a cradle for chimney works. A single suspended cradle is used for painting purposes on high rises.
Well-trained and experienced operators and workers
It is essential to have a well-trained workforce while working at such construction sites. If the workers and operators have basic knowledge of the devices they are involved with, the risks of accidents can be avoided.
Every person operating the Gondola suspended platform or working with it should be:
- At least 18 years old;
- Has undergone training from any recognized commander or else the head operator of a suspended operating platform or even a local agent;
- A fit and active person with no height phobia and
- Has a certificate from the respective person who trained them.
This training of a person before engaging in the actual work should include –
- Basic knowledge about the suspended platform and its system.
- About all the features and safety devices for security.
- Appropriate uses of all the safety devices such as safety belts, self-sustaining lifelines, and other fittings.
- Awareness should be spread about all the emergency procedures and precautions that need to be taken. In contrast, in instances such as malfunctioning, proper communications devices should be used at construction sites, and a platform should be manually cranking when power failure takes place.
All this care should be taken and looked after as it is always better to be cautious.
Gondola for Construction: Benefits and Applications
Application: Gondolas, also known as suspended platforms or construction hoists, are used extensively in the construction industry for various tasks, especially when working at heights. They provide a safe and efficient means of accessing hard-to-reach areas on high-rise buildings, bridges, and other structures.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Safety: Gondolas provide a safe working platform with guardrails, harness attachment points, and stability mechanisms, reducing the risk of falls compared to traditional scaffolding.
- Improved Accessibility: They enable workers to reach difficult areas on tall buildings, facades, and bridges, enhancing the efficiency of tasks like painting, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Cost-Effective: Compared to erecting scaffolding, gondolas save on setup and dismantling costs, reducing labour and material expenses.
- Time Efficiency: Quick installation and easy operation allow faster project completion, especially in high-rise construction.
- Flexibility: Gondolas’ adjustable heights and manoeuvrability make them suitable for various tasks, including facade repairs, window installations, and exterior painting.
- Reduced Footprint: Unlike scaffolding, gondolas do not obstruct the ground level, allowing other construction activities to continue uninterrupted.
- Minimized Environmental Impact: Gondolas generate less noise and dust, making them a more environmentally friendly option for maintenance and construction tasks.
- Versatility: They can be used for new construction and maintenance tasks, making them a multipurpose tool in the construction industry.
Dismantling, maintenance, and more about suspended platforms
The dismantling and erection of any part of the suspended platforms should be done under the proper supervision. A well-experienced person with the help of an assembly manual in this field or even under the manufacturer’s supervision would work.
All suspended platform parts should be maintained and taken care of according to proper instructions. All apparatus, mechanical and electrical, require maintenance. Under correct supervision, the parts perform the intended functions.
Broken or worn-out parts, damaged devices, and sticky switches that may interfere with a person’s safety should be replaced.
Suspended wire rope platforms are temporarily suspended equipment used to replace traditional scaffolding. This equipment is driven by electric energy for working at heights. The suspended platform is suspended vertically by wire ropes on the building or any other construction site, such as multi-floor commercial spaces.
One of the most efficiently used pieces of equipment in India is the Gondola cradle. It has a suspension mechanism on the roof of the building through which the rope-suspended platform moves.
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