FAQs
| Q | Is the Lobo System scaffolding? | |
| A | No, Lobo is a light weight, portable work platform system, which does not replace traditional tube and clamp scaffolding on construction sites. | |
| Q | What is the Lobo System made from? | |
| A | The trestle legs are made from steel with steel tubes and the Loboard is made from aluminium box section with a birch plywood board, finished with a non-slip surface or you can have aluminum diamond plate. | |
| Q | Can the LOBO System be used to tie off for fall arrest or harness attachment purposes? | |
| A | No, the system is not designed to be used for harness or other fall arrest connections. | |
| Q | If two tubes are clamped together using the Loband, are they now load bearing? | |
| A | Only if the load bearing tube is on top of the cross member, not underneath. | |
| Q | What is the safe working load of the trestle legs and Loboards. | |
| A | The safe working load is 250kg / 550lbs per trestle leg. | |
| Q | At what height should I use handrails? | |
| A | At any height and where there is a risk of injury due to a fall | |
| Q | When should I use toe boards? | |
| A | At any height. | |
| Q | What is the surface finish on a Lobo component? | |
| A | It is zinc electroplate with an olive passivation. | |
| Q | Can the gold lacquer finish fade or even scratch off | |
| A | Yes, the olive passivation may fade, but the zinc electroplate is electrcally bonded to the steel surface. | |
| Q | What can be done if fading or scratching occurs? | |
| A | The condition of the olive passivation has no effect on the overall system performance. | |
| Q | Are sway braces load bearing? | |
| A | No they are only used to make the structure rigid. | |
| Q | Need I tighten the L bolt with a tool? | |
| A | No, under normal conditions the strength of a hand is enough. | |
| Q | Can the Lobo System be a target for thieves when left out over night? | |
| A | No as the structure can be dismantled and assembled in minutes, it can be packed away safe overnight. | |
| Q | Can the L bolts come loose? | |
| A | No, they are retained and under normal conditions will not become detached from the trestle leg. | |
| Q | When should I use the outriggers? | |
| A | Whenever there is movement in a structure and definitely when the structure is over 2 metres/6.5 feet standing height. | |
| Q | Can the Lobo System be made stable on uneven ground? | |
| A | Yes, by loosening the 2 bolts on one side stability can normally be achieved. | |
| Q | Are there any limits to what can be constructed by the Lobo System? | |
| A | Yes, your imagination. | |
| Q | What is the working, height to base ratio which must never be exceeded. | |
| A | Three times the height to once times the base width. | |
| Q | What regulations does Lobo System conform to in the USA? | |
| A | OSHA compliant and ANSI A10.8. | |
| Q | What standard has Lobo Systems certified to? | |
| A | British Standard 1139 parts 4 and 3 and conforms to EN1004 | |
| Q | Can Loboards be configured end to end or side by side? | |
| A | Yes, either configuration is possible. | |
| Q | Will the Lobo System integrate with existing scaffolding? | |
| A | Yes it will connect to most scaffolding systems. | |
| Q | What is the maximum height the Lobo System will adjust to? | |
| A | 10 metres / 30 feet free standing. | |
| Q | How do you expand your Lobo System to make it wider? | |
| A | Use longer tubes and another Loboard. | |
| Q | Is the Lobo System free standing? | |
| A | Yes, but always ensure it is safe to use, by using outriggers or bracing it to a wall. | |
| Q | How do I arrange a product demonstration? | |
| A | Contact us in the UK on 44 (0) 1332 365666 USA 800-640-5492 or fax 44 (0) 1332 365661 or check out our web site www.lobosystems.com or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
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| Q | Are all Lobo Systems products compatible? | |
| A | Yes, all products are fully compatible and have been designed to integrate together. | |
| Q | What patents apply? | |
| A | The Lobo System is patented in most countries. | |
| Q | How do you expand your Lobo System higher? | |
| A | By using larger trestle legs and also extensions. | |
| Q | Apart from access equipment what are the other known uses of the Lobo System? | |
| A | Here are some of the ones we have identified. | |
| i. | Stage/Bandstand | |
| ii. | Terracing | |
| iii. | Tent | |
| iv. | Engine Hoist | |
| Q | Where is the Lobo System best suited? | |
| A | Anybody performing maintenance, cleaning or production. | |
| Q | Typically what sort of companies will buy the Lobo System? | |
| i. | Manufacturing | |
| ii. | Construction | |
| iii. | Food Production | |
| iv. | Utilities | |
| v. | Automotive | |
| vi. | Facilities Management | |
| vii. | Aviation and Aerospace | |
