
LiteDeck User Installation Guidance
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Ramps #3 (for 1140mm Deck Height Stage)
Ramps #4 (for 1140mm Deck Height Stage)
Installation of Ramps to the Existing Stage
1. Determine the position on the side of the stage where the ramp will
attach and ensure that the appropriate handrail is removed.
2. Gather all the components for the ramp, checking dimensions / sizes
from the list.
3. Assemble the highest part of the ramp first by inserting the correct leg
frames in the ends of the LiteDeck and with one person at each end, lift
the deck upright.
4. The highest deck should be positioned against the stage but allowing
enough room for the relevant infill to be attached.
5. The infill should be first bolted to the existing stage using M10 x 70mm
Bolts, then the other side bolted to the highest deck of the ramp.
6. Each lower section of the ramp can now be added in the same manner
as point (3) and locked to the next deck either by the coffin lock or bolts.
7. At the end of the ramp, a special custom made ramp end is used, this
should be placed against the last deck and bolted to it using
M10 x 70mm Bolts.
8. Once the ramp surface is complete, the handrails should be fitted. The
correct handrail is held in place with its legs hovering over the holes in
the side of the deck and then bolted on using M10 x 120mm bolts.
9. The handrails can then be bolted together using the holes in the sides
with M10 x 120mm bolts.
10. Finally, depending upon the use of the ramp, the decks maybe painted
using non-slip paint. This can be applied using a roller or brush.
Dismantling of Ramps from Existing Stage
1. The bolts and coffin locks connecting all components should be removed
using appropriate tools.
2. The various parts of the ramp should be dismantled (reverse procedure to
point (3).
3. The components should be checked for any damage.
4. All components should be packed away and stored on relevant dolly’s
safely.
LITEDECK TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The LiteDeck is constructed from Aluminium structural grade alloy for the
sub frame and ¾” plywood for the decking surface.
A typical 8’ x 4’ section of LiteDeck weighs 54kg
The LiteDeck platform is designed to be incorporated into stage settings
and to carry a udl (uniformly distributed load) of 5kN/m²
For further information regarding staging regulations, please refer to the
following publication: Temporary Demountable Structures The Institute of
Structural Engineers (1999) 2nd Ed.
Notes on Good Practice
It is important that any damage caused to the LiteDeck during use or transport
be assessed by a competent person before use and if necessary repaired or
replaced to avoid failure.
When using braces between the leg frames of decks, each brace should
alternate in angle, see below:
COMPONENT LIST:
2 – 8’x4’ LiteDeck
1 – Ramp Infill #4 Label – Ramp Infill#4
1 – Ramp End #4 Label – Ramp End#4
2 – Scaff Legs 171mm (D) Label – R4 (D)
1 – Leg Frame 633mm High (C) Label – R4 (C)
1 – Leg Frame 652mm High (B) Label – R4 (B)
1 – Leg Frame 1107mm High (A) Label – R4 (A)
COMPONENT LIST:
2 – 8’x4’ LiteDeck
1 – 4’x4’ LiteDeck
1 – Ramp Infill #3 Label – Ramp Infill#3
1 – Ramp End #3 Label – Ramp End#3
2 – Scaff Legs 216mm (F) Label – R3 (F)
2 – Scaff Legs 384mm (E) Label – R3 (E)
2 – Scaff Legs 399mm (D) Label – R3 (D)
1 – Leg Frame 748mm High (C) Label – R3 (C)
1 – Leg Frame 763mm High (B) Label – R3 (B)
1 – Leg Frame 1115mm High (A) Label – R3 (A)