Assembly Guide - HD Agr
Assembly Guide - HD Agr
Assembly Guide - HD Agr
ISSUE 6
ADVANCE GUARDRAIL TOWER
Mobile Aluminium Access Tower
All Alto Access products are professional quality engineered equipment designed primarily with safety
in mind and meet or exceed all standards, recommendations and guidelines. Used properly, Alto access
equipment will keep you safe when working at height.
This manual contains all of the information necessary to correctly assemble your Alto Heavy Duty mobile
access tower and incorporates all of the requirements of the PASMA AGR method of assembly as endorsed
by the HSE.
This manual should be used in conjunction with your Risk Assessment and Method Statement and in
line with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 which place an obligation on employers to eliminate or
minimise risks. This manual must be made available to the user/assembler at all pertinent times.
Only competent and qualified personnel should undertake erection, dismantling or alteration, organisation,
planning or supervision of mobile access towers. In the case of any doubt, sufficient relevant additional
training must be given beforehand to ensure safe use. For further information on the use of mobile
access towers consult PASMA (www.pasma.co.uk; Tel +44 (0) 845 230 4041). For any additional technical
information or specific advice please contact the manufacturer Lakeside Industries Limited Tel: +44 1527
500577 or Email: [email protected].
Certifications
The Alto Heavy Duty Tower is a mobile access tower certified to BS EN 1004-1:2020 Load Class 3. If the
application is outside the scope of BS EN 1004-1:2020, reference should be made to BS 1139- 6:2022
to ensure that the configuration of the equipment meets the relevant requirements. This tower is
manufactured in our ISO 9001 accredited facility. This manual complies with BS EN 1004-2:2021.
It is a requirement of BS EN 1004-1:2020 that a tower may only have one working platform at a time. If
the tower is to be used in an application outside the scope of BS EN 1004-1:2020, contact your supplier
or the manufacturer, Lakeside Industries Limited, for advice on loadings. Tel: +44 1527 500577 or Email:
[email protected].
· Never use any equipment which is damaged, has parts missing or is improperly assembled.
· Repairs should only be carried out by Lakeside Industries Limited or their authorised repairers.
· In case of any doubt as to the integrity of any items of Alto Access equipment, the part should be
withdrawn from use, quarantined and subject to detailed examination to determine whether repair
or replacement is required. If returned to the factory, Lakeside Industries Limited will provide a free
of charge evaluation of any damaged components.
Safety
This instruction manual shall be available on the location of use of the mobile access and working
tower. This mobile access and working tower shall only be used according to this manual without any
modification. Mobile access and working towers must only be used in accordance with national regulations.
The permissible configurations of the tower are set out in the tables of components on pages 14 and 15
below. These set out the permitted heights and the required components.
· Check that all of the necessary components and equipment for the particular tower configuration to
be built are on site, undamaged and functioning correctly. Damaged or incorrect components shall
not be used. Only the original Alto Access Products components specified in this manual shall be
used.
· Check that the surface on which the tower is to be located is capable of supporting the tower and
its payload. Check that the level and slope of the ground do not render the location unsafe for the
purposes of assembling, using and dismantling the tower.
· The place in which the tower is to be assembled and deployed should be segregated from the rest
of the site using appropriate barriers and warning signs. This is to reduce or eliminate the risk of
unauthorised persons walking close to or under the tower and of vehicles or plant colliding with the
tower.
· Beware live electrical installations, cables, moving machinery or other obstructions when erecting,
dismantling or using the tower. The tower is a conductive metallic structure.
· The safe working load of the tower is 2,500kg including its own weight. The maximum safe working
load of any individual platform is 324 kg evenly distributed.
· Towers must always be climbed from the inside using the built in ladders only. Do not climb the
outside of the tower. If the work carried out from the tower requires frequent carrying of equipment
and materials up or down the tower, an Alto stair tower should be used in preference to a ladderspan
tower.
· The tower must be levelled to within an inclination of 1% when erected using the adjustable castor
legs.
· Two or more persons are required for the safe erection and dismantling of a tower.
· Appropriate PPE and a spirit level are required for the safe erection and dismantling of a tower.
· Always comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 when erecting, dismantling & using the
tower.
· When lifting components, always use reliable lifting equipment and fastening methods and always lift
from within the footprint of the tower structure to prevent risk of the tower overturning.
· See “Moving the Tower” below for safety guidelines affecting the relocation of the tower.
· The maximum permitted horizontal force at the working platform for a freestanding Alto Heavy Duty
tower is 30kg.
· Mobile access and working towers designed in accordance with EN 1004-1 are not anchor points
for personal fall arrest equipment unless they are specifically designed in accordance with relevant
European standards by the manufacturer for that purpose.
· Fit guard rails to all platforms and ensure all wind latches are engaged at both ends of all platforms.
· Stabilisers shall always be fitted when specified.
· Working is only permitted on a platform with complete side protection including guardrails and
toeboards.
· If sheeting is to be attached, contact the manufacturer Lakeside Industries Limited for advice on
loadings Tel: +44 1527 500577 or Email: [email protected].
· Mobile access towers in accordance with EN 1004-1 are not designed to be lifted or suspended. If a
tower is to be lifted or suspended, contact the manufacturer Lakeside Industries Limited for advice
on loadings Tel: +44 1527 500577 or Email: [email protected]
· Mobile access towers in accordance with EN 1004-1 are not designed to be used as a means of edge
protection.
· Mobile access towers in accordance with EN 1004-1 are not designed to be used as a means to enter
or exit other structures, e.g. as a stair tower. If a tower is to be used as a means to enter or exit other
structures, contact the manufacturer Lakeside Industries Limited for advice on loadings Tel: +44 1527
500577 or Email: [email protected].
4. No environmental or other factors have arisen which will influence safe use of the tower.
Alto Access Products recommends the use of the PASMA TowerSure inspection system. For more
information, please visit: pasma.co.uk/towersure.
Unattended Towers
To prevent use by unauthorised persons of complete or incomplete towers when unattended, steps should
be taken to prevent unauthorised access. Appropriate steps may include some or all of the following:
· Warning signs identifying the areas where access is not permitted should be displayed at the access
· Points to area occupied by the tower.
· Attaching a well-designed and correctly fitted ladder guard to the lowest levels of the tower.
· Appropriate site security.
· Unattended towers should be tied in to a rigid structure.
· Towers which have been left unattended should be inspected before use as outlined above.
The tower should only be moved by manually pushing it by the lowest frames at no more than walking
speed. When moving the tower users are to be particularly careful of the following:
After completing the movement and before every use of the tower the following checks should be carried
out as a minimum:
· Ensure that the tower is vertical within an inclination of 1% by using the adjustable jack or castor legs
and safely supported on an appropriate surface.
· Check that the tower is correct and complete including the presence and positioning of stabilisers.
· Stabilisers must be positioned in accordance with the manual. Ensure that the couplers are fully
tightened to give a reliable grip on the tower frame. Ensure that the stabilisers press firmly against
the ground.
· Check that no environmental changes have occurred which influence or affect safe use of the tower.
Wind Speeds
Persons using or responsible for towers must beware of the effect of wind on the structure. Wherever
possible, as a precaution, it is advisable to tie the tower in to a rigid structure if it is to be used where it is
exposed to potential windy conditions. Users should beware the potential tunnelling effect of open ended
or unclad buildings and narrow openings between buildings. We recommend that the use of the tower is
discontinued in conditions where the wind speed is above 17mph (force 4).
Strong Breeze 6 25-31 mph Tie the tower to a solid structure. Do not work on tower.
Gale Force 8 39-46 mph Towers must be dismantled. Towers must not be assembled.
An AGR tower uses prefabricated frames to derive the rigidity and structural integrity of the tower instead
of horizontal and diagonal braces used in traditional 3T assembly methods. AGR frames lock into the
tower frames to create a fully locked and rigid structure.
As each new level is added onto a tower, the operatives first install the AGR frames and tower frames from
a safe guard railed position on the platforms below. Once the AGR frames are in place, platforms for the
next level are installed such that the two uppermost horizontal bars on the AGR frames form guardrails
at 0.5m and 1.0m above the deck level. This process repeats until the tower is at the required height.
The Alto AGR panels feature deep locating hooks on either end of the top horizontal bar and sprung
couplers on either end of the bottom horizontal bar. This design positively locks the AGR frames into
place, giving a rigid interface.
Frames
Frames must always be assembled with
the offset conical head fitting pointing
inwards towards the centre of the tower.
Stabilisers
Stabilisers should always be attached to the tower so as to maximise the base area of the tower structure.
The correct size stabilisers must always be used – see component schedule for details.
Stabilisers are attached to the tower using the half couplers on the stabiliser. Once the correct positioning
of the stabilisers as outlined below has been achieved, ensure that the couplers are fully tightened to give
a reliable grip on the tower frame. Ensure that the stabilisers press firmly against the ground.
In an open area, set the stabilisers so they form a square around the tower as per the diagram below.
If the tower is being used against a wall, arrange the two stabilisers nearest the wall to run parallel to the
wall and the other two stabilisers perpendicular to the tower as per the middle diagrams.
If the tower is being used in a corner, remove the one stabiliser in the corner, arrange the two stabilisers
nearest the wall to run parallel to the wall and position the final stabiliser 45 degrees to the tower as per
the bottom diagrams.
Where there is insufficient clearance to fit the specified stabilisers, contact your supplier or the
manufacturer for specific advice. Where ballast or kentledge is used, it must be of solid material, placed
on a platform on the lowest rung of the tower and secured against unauthorised removal.
3.6m (upto & inc. 6.7m) 3.2m (upto & inc. 6.2m)
1.8m DW 1.8m SW
Tying In
Towers must be tied into a suitable rigid structure once they go beyond the freestanding working heights
specified in BS EN 1004-1:2020 - 8m working platform height outdoors and 12m working platform height
indoors - or if the tower is unstable or is in danger of being unstable. Standard scaffold tubes and fittings
can be used with Alto Access tower products. Ties should be spaced at no more than 4m intervals. Ties
must be rigid in tension & compression and be secured to both frame uprights. For further details
regarding tying in, please contact your supplier or the manufacturer: Lakeside Industries Limited.
Safety Pictograms
CODE PART DESCRIPTION Wt 2.2 2.7 3.7 4.2 4.7 5.7 6.2 6.7 7.7 8.2 8.7 9.7 10.2 10.7 11.7 12.2
This is optional. The total self weight of the tower does not include the one temporary 1.8m brace.
TOTAL SELF WEIGHT OF TOWER (kg) 127 146 178 183 188 235 240 251 299 303 308 355 360 364 411 416
BUILD METHOD A B C A B C A B C A B C A B C A
1.8m Long x 0.8m Wide (Single Width) HD Advance Guardrail (AGR) Tower
* Two 1.8m braces (2040) are required to form the tower structure. One temporary brace is included to aid the assembly procedure.
CODE PART DESCRIPTION Wt 2.2 2.7 3.7 4.2 4.7 5.7 6.2 6.7 7.7 8.2 8.7 9.7 10.2 10.7 11.7 12.2
This is optional. The total self weight of the tower does not include the one temporary 1.8m brace.
2057 HD Large Stabiliser 7.8 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
TOTAL SELF WEIGHT OF TOWER (kg) 150 156 219 226 232 295 301 307 378 384 390 454 460 466 529 536
BUILD METHOD A B C A B C A B C A B C A B C A
1.8m Long x 1.4m Wide (Double Width) HD Advance Guardrail (AGR) Tower
* Two 1.8m braces (2040) are required to form the tower structure. One temporary brace is included to aid the assembly procedure.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Build Method A 2.2m, 4.2m, 6.2m, 8.2m, 10.2m, 12.2m
When assembling a single width tower the same steps apply, but swap the
frames and toeboards for the single width versions and omit the plain platforms.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 5
Step 6
Proceed to Step 7
When assembling a single width tower the same steps apply, but swap the
frames and toeboards for the single width versions and omit the plain platforms.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 5
Step 6
Proceed to Step 7
When assembling a single width tower the same steps apply, but swap the
frames and toeboards for the single width versions and omit the plain platforms.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 5
Step 6
Proceed to Step 7
When assembling a single width tower the same steps apply, but swap the
frames and toeboards for the single width versions and omit the plain platforms.
Step 7
Step 8
DISMANTLING
The dismantling procedure requires a minimum of 2 operatives to complete the task safely. To dismantle the
tower, the assembly sequence should be followed in reverse. When removing the AGR units, make sure that
only the upper most set are removed first. Do not attempt to remove or loosen the clamps on any other AGR
units until the appropriate level of framework has been reached.
2238 - 150mm castor wheel 2002 - HD 1.4m Main Frame 2213 - HD 1.4m 4 Rung Ladder
2240 - HD Adj. Leg Frame
2006 - HD 1.4m 3/4 Frame 2214 - HD 1.4m 3 Rung Ladder 2008 - HD 1.4m 1/2 Frame
Frame
2215 - HD 1.4m 2 Rung Ladder 1002 - 1.8m AGR Unit 2040 - 1.8m Brace
Frame 2082 - 1.8 x 1 rung Brace (red)
2056 - HD Small Stabiliser 2201 - 1.8 Trap Platform 2066 - 1.8m D/W Toeboard
2057 - HD Large Stabiliser 2043- 1.8 Plain Platform
2238 - 150mm castor wheel 2016 - HD 0.8m Main Frame 2223 - HD 0.8m 4 Rung Ladder
2240 - HD Adj. Leg Frame
2018 - HD 0.8m 3/4 Frame 2224 - HD 0.8m 3 Rung Ladder 2019 - HD 0.8m 1/2 Frame
Frame
2225 - HD 0.8m 2 Rung Ladder 1002 - 1.8m AGR Unit 2040 - 1.8m Brace
Frame 2082 - 1.8 x 1 rung Brace (red)
2056 - HD Small Stabiliser 2201 - 1.8 Trap Platform 2065 - 1.8m S/W Toeboard
2057 - HD Large Stabiliser
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