Scaffolding Pulley Uses
The gin wheel scaffolding pulley can be used in many different areas although they are commonly seen on construction sites. This is due to the anchoring eye being able to fit easily over a standard scaffold pole, thus commonly used by scaffolders too.
A scaffolding pulley wheel on its own is of little use, it must always be used with the appropriate fibre rope. It must seat correctly into the recessed groove around the wheel. The user must be knowledgeable in knot tying and lashing so that loads can be attached securely and remain so throughout the lifting process. An improperly lashed load due to poor knot tying techniques can be catastrophic.
Proper planning and training is highly advisable.
About the Scaffolding Pulley Wheel
At 10 inches in diameter this works well with our ¾ inch (18mm) diameter pulley rope. The pulley wheel has been proof load tested to 1000kg for optimum safety, though you should only use it for loads up to 250kg. Weighing just 4kg approx. our gin wheel rope pulleys are easy to carry around, fit and remove.
The body and sheave are made from pressed steel and the swivel eye is from forged steel, all with a painted green finish.
You can find our all the details and prices for the suitable rope here.
Benefits of a Gin Wheel and Rope System
One of the main benefits to using a gin wheel and rope system is the height to which loads can be lifted to. It is practically unlimited and will be determined by the length of rope you are using. Speed of lifting is a further plus point.
Another benefit is the minimal maintenance require, keep it clean and perhaps add a drop of oil on the spindle from time to time.
Given the small size of gin wheels they are very easy to transport, often being kept in your toolbox.
Always make sure the rope you use alongside your gin wheel is compatible. It should have the same working load limit and fit correctly into the wheel’s groove.
How to Set Up a Gin Wheel Pulley
The appropriate rope is threaded up from the bottom, through the rope guide which encircles the wheel. Then it passes just under the lifting eye at the top, then down the other side, back through the rope guide again.
Now you can fit the wheel with rope to your scaffold pole or other suitable anchor point, and its ready for use. Typically a gin wheel should be fitted to a scaffold pole which is positioned protruding over the edge. It is recommended to fit a scaffold clamp at each side of the gin wheel to ensure it remains stationary and does not slide about on the pole.
Always ensure the structure to which the gin wheel is mounted can take the weight and force of the lifting process.
If you need something with a bit more power as well as less physical effort required then check out our range our electric scaffold hoists.