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   MikeSmith | Feb 22, 2003 04:31pm | #1

   we prefer Alum-a-pole.. fast to set up, like working off a sidewalk.... very flexible attachment...spans up to 24'

   Mike Smith Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore

   
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   brianspages | Feb 23, 2003 08:44am | #3

   i like the set-up, though the photos aren't entirely clear on the fastening system used to support the units to the structure.  they appear to be tie straps instead of rigid ties.  i'm sure the product catalogue will clarify things.

   this system would be more appropriate for in-place or contiguous work.  we are going to be replacing individual sheets in scattered locations.  we are budgeted for 1 hour for two men to remove and replace one sheet on the second story. 

   scissor and boom lifts are not in the budget.

   alternatives?

   to expand a little, i had past roofing projects in mind when i was asking about the motorized ladder conveyer/lift.  it was used by the Hometime people to get shingles up to a roof.  never did find one at a rental yard...

   thanks guys,

   brian

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   JMartindal1 | Feb 23, 2003 07:59pm | #4

   We call them man lifts here...that is the only way I can see u do it in one hour... setting up scaffold ... that will take u a big chunk of an hour by itself. Baskets of man lifts here should hold 2 men & a sheet or 2 of 4x8 at same time. Hope u have enough in it for the lift too.... looking at $250/ day if i remember correctly. All our rental yards here have them.

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   FrankB89 | Feb 23, 2003 11:41pm | #5

   Pump jack systems are functional for this kind of work.  They can be set up w/guard rails, bench etc.

   My choice would be a hyd. boom lift if the work site is accessable....how did this task end up with such a tight budget?

   Jules Quaver for President   2004

   Edited 2/23/2003 3:43:11 PM ET by Notchman

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   james | Feb 24, 2003 04:12am | #6

   dont know where you're at but here cal osha will not allow employees to work off ladder jacks, it is verboten. the fine is huge.

   now having said that aluma pole sets up quick and a boom truck or man lift sets up even quicker. you could try pump jacks or do like the painters do and "fall" ( use a 3falls and plank).

   james

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   don26299 | Feb 24, 2003 04:10pm | #7

   Mike, would you mind saying approximately what the investment is for that set up.  It really looks convenient.

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   MikeSmith | Feb 24, 2003 08:34pm | #8

   fonz... i got started easy.. a roofer was going bankrupt , so i got the first (4) 24' poles, jacks < & braces for $1000..

    typically a 24' two pole set up will run about $2000.. incl. (2) 24' poles, two jacks, two folding braces, two workbench supports, a 14" x 24' pic &  a 20" x 24' pic....

   if you figure on them paying for themselves over 2000 hours , that's a buck an hour.. pretty good productivity for a buck an hourMike Smith Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore

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   Otter | Feb 22, 2003 10:57pm | #2

   Any reason not to use a lift and get some work done while you're at it.

   Try a search with "Lull" or go to a sales, rental or lease website and check out your options