Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Scaffolding Solutions in Chester
Established in 1907, ThyssenKrupp Palmers has built a century-long reputation as a leader in scaffolding and access solutions across the UK. Our expertise spans system scaffolding, traditional tube-and-fitting structures, and innovative access systems tailored to complex projects. With ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations, we prioritise safety, quality, and environmental responsibility in every project. Our team delivers bespoke designs for industries ranging from civil construction to nuclear energy, ensuring compliance with rigorous safety standards. We combine technical innovation with decades of experience to reduce project timescales while maintaining structural integrity.Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, problem-solving capabilities, and commitment to staff training. As a trusted partner for Network Rail, Balfour Beatty, and other major contractors, we execute high-profile projects including Grade 1 listed building restorations and waste-to-energy plant access solutions. Our nationwide depot network ensures rapid response times, supported by 24/7 emergency services. We maintain transparency through Achilles RISQS, FORS, and SafeContractor certifications, reinforcing our position as an industry benchmark for scaffolding excellence.
Services
System Scaffolding
Traditional Scaffolding
Special Access Solutions
Alternative Access Solutions
QHSE Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1907
Highlights and features
- We hold triple ISO certification for quality, environment, and occupational health & safety.
- Our team has delivered scaffolding solutions for Grade 1 listed buildings.
- We operate a nationwide depot network with 24/7 emergency response capability.
- Our engineers specialise in complex projects requiring bespoke access systems.
- We maintain 100% compliance with Achilles RISQS and FORS verification schemes.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- Achilles RISQS
- UVDB Verify
- FORS
- Constructionline
- CHAS
- SafeContractor
What people say
Safe and professional service
High level of professionalism
Expertise and competency
Innovation and determination
Timely and customer-focused
Services
System Scaffolding
Our system scaffolding provides modular, adaptable solutions for modern construction projects. This method enables rapid assembly while maintaining strict safety standards through pre-engineered components. Clients benefit from reduced project timelines and cost-efficiency in both temporary and permanent structures.
Traditional Scaffolding
Custom tube-and-fitting scaffolding delivers tailored access solutions for irregular structures. Our skilled teams construct robust frameworks compliant with British safety regulations, particularly suited for heritage restorations and complex industrial sites requiring non-standard configurations.
Special Access Solutions
We design custom access systems for challenging environments using advanced materials like aluminium modular panels. These solutions prioritise safety while minimising disruption in restricted spaces or high-risk industrial settings.
Alternative Access Solutions
For cost-effective height access, we deploy rope access techniques and MEWPs. These methods ensure safety and efficiency in confined areas unsuitable for traditional scaffolding, ideal for inspections and maintenance tasks.
QHSE Compliance
Our triple ISO certification framework guarantees quality, environmental responsibility, and occupational health standards. We implement externally verified systems including FORS and SafeContractor to maintain industry-leading compliance across all projects.
Questions
What industries do Palmers Scaffolding serve?
We provide solutions for civil construction, rail infrastructure, nuclear energy, petrochemical, and heritage restoration projects.
Are Palmers Scaffolding's services nationwide?
Yes, our depot network covers the entire UK with 24/7 emergency response availability.
What safety accreditations does Palmers hold?
We maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FORS, and SafeContractor certifications.
Can Palmers handle complex scaffolding projects?
Our expertise includes bespoke designs for Grade 1 listed buildings and industrial turnarounds requiring non-standard access.
How does Palmers ensure project compliance?
Through Achilles RISQS verification, UVDB compliance, and regular internal audits aligned with British standards.
What alternative access methods are available?
We offer rope access and MEWPs for situations where traditional scaffolding proves impractical or cost-ineffective.
