The construction industry has benefited enormously from the fabrication of many different types of construction tarps, snow tarps, and sheeting. Used to improve safety and protect from the elements, these products are a must-have for your construction equipment list.
This article describes the features of these different kinds of sheeting and tarps and how they are used on the job site.
Protect Workers and Passers-by with Debris Netting
High-density polyethylene material (HDPE) is a thermoplastic material known to be lightweight but also strong. For this reasons, it’s an excellent material to knit into a type of construction tarp—debris netting.
The Eagle Industries debris netting that Pro Tool stocks is tested to withstand rigorous conditions on a construction jobsite. Its UV protection prevents the material from degrading due to sunlight exposure.
The grommet edges and reinforced webbing make it easy for workers to install around multi-story buildings as well as floor and elevator openings. Your worksite is much safer when can prevent tools being dropped or equipment slipping over edges.
The debris netting mesh is available with either 1/16” holes (standard) or 1/32” (premium). You can also purchase it as flame-retardant per NFPA 701.
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Important! Debris netting is strong, but it’s not meant to prevent personnel from falling. For that function, look for personnel safety netting and safety nets.
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Scaffold Sheeting Shields Workers from Sun and Wind
When compared to working on the ground or inside a building, workers on a scaffold are more exposed to the elements. Therefore, it’s important to shelter them with a type of construction tarp called scaffold sheeting.
When adding to your construction equipment list, look for scaffold sheeting that has grommets along the edges, which makes it easier to attach the sheeting to the scaffold. Depending on the type of work you’re doing, you may also need to use non-flammable sheeting.
Other uses for scaffold sheeting:
- Surround and protect storage areas
- Wrap site and work perimeters
- Protect workers and public from debris
Pro Tool carries scaffold sheeting from several manufacturers. Two of them are Monarflex and Eagle Industries:
- Monarflex Super T-Plus Flamesafe is made from Supertough LDPE:
- 8-mil
- Available in 7’4” X 137’ or 13’ X 157’
- Flame-retardant polypropylene
- Grommet system
- Eagle Industries Scaf-Lite™ is a premium-grade, string-reinforced, polyethylene sheeting:
Snow Tarps Simplify Snow Removal
When you live and work in cold-weather states, removing snow and ice from work areas and pathways wastes time and energy. To keep your work on schedule no matter the weather, use snow tarps.
Made from 18 oz. PVC-coated vinyl fabric, Eagle Industries snow tarps are reinforced with two-inch wide yellow webbing. Loops of the same webbing are spaced evenly around the perimeter (either four or eight loops).
Here’s how it works:
- At the end of the day, lay the tarps down over the areas you want to protect.
- In the morning, attach the loops of the tarps to a front loader or crane hook.
- Use the heavy equipment to lift the snow-laden tarps away.
Pro Tool carries this brand of snow tarp in 20’ x 20’ and 25’ × 25’ dimensions.
Complete Your Construction Equipment List with Sheeting and Tarps
Protect your workers, equipment, and storage items with debris netting, construction tarps, and snow tarps. Invest in long-lasting material for a safer and more comfortable worksite.
Let’s talk about your construction equipment needs:
- Call Pro Tool at 1-857-706-2980
- Contact us with questions
- Request a quote
We look forward to hearing from you!
