Putlog Scaffolding System, which also known as a bricklayer’s scaffold, it involves using the wall of a structure being built as support for the working platform. Putlog scaffold is derived from old masonry: the hole in the wall of a structure under construction is where you “put the log”. Do you know what are the components of putlog scaffolding system? This article is written to give an answer.

#1 Putlog

This is a transom with a flat end on one side. The flattened end enables the putlog to rest in the hole in a wall. These are connected to the ledger or horizontal tubes with the help of a putlog or single coupler.

#2 Standards (upright tubes)

As obvious from the name, these are vertical tubes of the scaffolding system.

#3 Ledgers (horizontal tubes)

These are the horizontal tubes that help erect the scaffold. A ledger is a link between two standards. Ledger is fixed using the right angle or double coupler.

#4 Double/right angle coupler

Double couplers serve to link two tubes at an angle of 90 degrees.

#5 Single/putlog coupler

Single coupler serves as a link between putlog/transom tubes and ledger tubes.

#6 Putlog heads

The purpose of a putlog head is to turn a standard tube into a putlog, so it can be used in the scaffold system.