Working at height presents a unique set of challenges, many of which simply can’t be solved with standard, off-the-shelf towers or platforms. Whether indoors or out, every project comes with its own physical constraints, operational requirements and safety considerations. That’s where bespoke access equipment makes the difference.
Bespoke access solutions are custom-engineered systems, such as platforms, towers, steps and gantries, designed and built from scratch to meet the exact requirements of a specific task or location. These tailored solutions make it safer, easier and more efficient to work at height, even in the most challenging environments.
Sometimes a space is too tight, a surface too uneven, or a structure too irregular for any pre-existing access product to be used effectively. In these cases, adapting standard equipment can lead to compromises on usability, efficiency or even safety.
Our bespoke solutions solve this issue by creating a system or product that addresses the specific challenges faced on a certain project. By taking ideas from the professionals involved and working collaboratively with site owners, tradesmen and engineers, we’re able to create a piece of equipment that works perfectly for the scenario.
A good example of the importance of bespoke access equipment is the work we did with Rob on building his Pod Tower, a piece of equipment that he had created a design for and patented, but still needed to be made “production-ready”. In this case, the client had a very specific requirement: a work platform that had to fit within an unusual footprint and offer secure access at a height where typical scaffolding or towers wouldn’t allow.
Rather than compromising, Rob took the initiative to sketch out what was needed. This drawing became the basis of the final design. From there, our engineers translated the sketch into a fully realised, safe and regulation-compliant tower that could be fabricated and used on-site. The Pod Tower wasn’t an adaptation—it was a completely original, purpose-built solution.
But the Pod Tower is just one example. In reality, most CHAMP (Cantilevered Height Adjustable Mobile Platform) systems sold are entirely bespoke. They’re designed specifically around each customer’s access problem; whether that’s reaching over obstacles, adjusting to various heights, or operating within limited space.
Other recent bespoke projects include:
These are just a handful of examples, with many more passing through design and production every year.
Every bespoke project begins differently. Sometimes a client comes to us with a clear vision or even a sketch of what they need. Other times, they simply describe the challenge they’re facing, and we help shape the solution.
In most cases, we’ll request photos and dimensions to assess feasibility without needing to travel, but for more complex projects, a site visit and full survey may be necessary. Once the design is agreed upon, the project moves into production, followed by delivery. Often, some on-site assembly or operator training is required to ensure the safe and effective use of the bespoke equipment. While the physical build is important, it’s often the creative thinking and problem-solving behind the design that makes the real difference.
The advantages of a custom-built access solution are substantial:
This flexibility means that access platforms can be just as diverse as the environments they’re used in, be it a factory floor, a historic building or a confined plant room.
In the world of working at height, where safety, space, and efficiency matter, "bespoke" isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the difference between making do and doing it right. Get in touch with a member of our team today to find out more.
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