ScaffEx26 returns to Manchester Central on 10 September. Free registration is now open for the two-day scaffolding exhibition and conference.
The countdown is underway for ScaffEx26, which is set to return to Manchester Central on 10 September. The two-day event brings together equipment suppliers, access contractors, and industry bodies for an expanded trade show and conference, culminating in the Scaffolding Excellence Awards on Friday evening.
Organisers have expanded the exhibition floor following high demand at the previous event. Registration for both the exhibition and the accompanying conference sessions remains free of charge for trade professionals seeking to view the latest site access solutions and networking opportunities.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for? While a major trade show like ScaffEx26 does not immediately alter the everyday shelf prices of access gear at local trade counter chains like Screwfix or Toolstation, it serves as the main launchpad for new staging, alloy towers, and safety-critical temporary works fittings. Tradespeople planning major equipment investments or upgrading site access kit should pay close attention to product launches announced during the event, as new standard updates or lighter alloy innovations often hit merchant stockists in the months immediately following the exhibition.
For independent contractors, sub-contractors, and access specialists, trade shows of this scale provide a useful opportunity to examine emerging safety tech and structural hardware in person. Visiting the show allows buyers to assess build quality directly, engage with manufacturers before placing fleet orders, and stay informed on changing site safety standards affecting access work across UK construction sites.
Reported by ScaffMag — original article
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