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Suspended Access Cradle Hire
Apollo Cradles supply temporary access cradle solutions for hire nationwide, throughout the UK.
What is a cradle?
Suspended cradles (also known as suspended access platforms) are safe working areas hung from cables which can be raised and lowered into position using powered winches.Another advantage of cradles is that they create no obstruction at ground level and generally need no tying in to the building face. With little noise or vibration, cradles are ideal for working at height on occupied buildings.
Modular capability
A cradle consists of deck units, guardrails, winches and headgear. These are modular and can be configured to suit a wide range of applications ranging in length from 2 to 12 metres. For more specialist applications we have the ability to design and produce suspended cradles which pass round corners, travel at angles and slot inside chimneys and shafts, please contact us for more information.Power systems
The ability to raise and lower the cradle comes from either the Alpha Hoist or Compact Hoist, depending on load requirements. These are highly reliable devices with built in fail safes and are combined with the Sky Lock secondary rope safety device.Summary specification
▷ Platforms up to 12 metres long▷ Manual, electric or pneumatic operation
▷ No ties to building required
▷ No obstructions at ground level
▷ Corner and double platform options
▷ Any desired height and high load capacity
▷ Special platforms available
▷ Fully accredited training available
Apollo Cradles can supply cradles to specifically suit your access requirements. Please contact us for more information.
Featured Cradle Projects
Hammersmith Bridge Repair
Hammersmith Bridge in West London has had frequent tests done by Apollo on its permanent runway beam.
Our tests identified a problem with the runway beam after it was hit by a boat which we were asked to repair using suspended access platforms.
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Hammersmith Bridge in West London has had frequent tests done by Apollo on its permanent runway beam.
Our tests identified a problem with the runway beam after it was hit by a boat which we were asked to repair using suspended access platforms.
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Ratcliffe Power Station
Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station in Nottinghamshire is one of the largest coal fired power stations in the UK.
Over the years the concrete reinforcing the walls of the cooling towers has developed voids and become in need of repair.
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Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station in Nottinghamshire is one of the largest coal fired power stations in the UK.
Over the years the concrete reinforcing the walls of the cooling towers has developed voids and become in need of repair.
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Barnsley College Regeneration
A major element of the 'Remaking Barnsley' initiative, Barnsley College occupies a prime spot at the ‘gateway' to the town.
Combining several campuses into one site, this project created Barnsley's largest new building.
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A major element of the 'Remaking Barnsley' initiative, Barnsley College occupies a prime spot at the ‘gateway' to the town.
Combining several campuses into one site, this project created Barnsley's largest new building.
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Xscape Cladding & Sheeting
Xscape Yorkshire is a leisure complex containing shops, clubs, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
During its construction, a suspended cradle solution was required for fitting the cladding and sheeting to the building facade.
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Xscape Yorkshire is a leisure complex containing shops, clubs, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
During its construction, a suspended cradle solution was required for fitting the cladding and sheeting to the building facade.
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Humber Bridge Maintenance
Humber Bridge was the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world for 16 years.
Regular maintenance and inspection is conducted on the bridge and to aid this difficult access task Apollo Cradles were approached.
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Humber Bridge was the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world for 16 years.
Regular maintenance and inspection is conducted on the bridge and to aid this difficult access task Apollo Cradles were approached.
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