Podium Towers vs Scaffold Towers

September 12th 2024

Whenever working at a height, you're going to need some sort of access equipment, but should you choose a podium tower or a scaffold tower?

In this guide, we will discuss which tower is best for your job and what access equipment we have to hire at HSS.

Does it matter which one you choose?

Yes! Although they're both access equipment, each has their own set off advantages for specific jobs. They're both very similar but they also have their differences too. Choosing the wrong one may lead to projects being delayed as you won't be able to complete work safely.

Podium towers

Podium towers are perfect for indoor projects & they offer you safety and stability at lower heights compared to a scaffold. The equipment can be used for an extended period of time which will be beneficial for jobs that might take some time to complete. When using a podium tower,/steps you'll be able to stand on a secured stable guard-railed platform that helps keep you safe and can prevent falls. The width of some podiums means you can be assembled and used in narrow spaces such as corridors and hallways.

You'll be able to use a podium tower or steps for jobs such as -

Changing light bulbs
Fixing vents
Decorating
Hanging curtains/decor/mirrors/pictures
Electrical installation/maintenance

Scaffold towers

Scaffold towers can give you access to higher levels of a building that a podium can't. They can be used both indoors and outdoor for a number of short or long term projects on your home, office building, warehouse and more. Scaffold towers need a bit more effort to set up compared to a podium tower due to their size but once assembled, you'll be able to use it confidently knowing that it's stable and durable.

You can use a scaffold tower for jobs such as -

Roof repairs
Exterior/Interior painting and decorating jobs
Window installation
Cleaning or installing gutters
Bricklaying

Can I hire a podium or scaffold tower at HSS?

Yes you certainly can! At HSS, we have a wide range of podium towers & steps as well as scaffold towers that you can hire and be delivered on a date that suits you. With a choice of widths and heights, you'll be able to find the perfect access tower for your DIY projects.

Get in touch

If you need any help with choosing the right podium or scaffold tower to hire, get in touch wit our live chat experts or contact your local HSS branch where one of our colleagues are on hand and happy to help.

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About the Author

Samina Ahmed

Samina is a member of the E-commerce team. She has plenty of product knowledge & enjoys writing about all things DIY.

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