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Simon Boyes
Simon Boyes is a widely respected and globally renowned scaffolding expert, speaker, and trainer with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Simon is Managing Director of Benchmark Scaffolding, one of Australia's largest scaffold companies and Founder of ScaffPlan, a revolutionary software that transforms the way scaffolding projects are planned and executed. He is a board member of Australia's Scaffold Association, and a leader across many scaffolding groups where he is committed to advocating for industry advancement, safety and best practises.
ScaffPlan Announce New End-to-End Workflow Solution for Scaffolders
At this year's SAIA Annual Convention, we unveiled the next evolution of ScaffPlan – the industry's first fully connected workflow, built specifically for scaffolding and temporary works businesses.
ScaffPlan Announces Strategic Partnership with Leach's
Left to right: Zac Dixon - UK Sales Executive at Leach's, Ben Beaumont - Director at ScaffPlan, Russell Tennent - General Manager at Leach's, Melvin Joynt - UK Sales Executive at Leach's
ScaffPlan has announced a strategic partnership with Leach’s, the UK’s largest supplier of scaffolding consumables and equipment, expanding access to advanced scaffold design software for contractors across Britain.
Strengthening Our Next Chapter: ScaffPlan Appoint Ciaran Boyd as Sales Director
Leadership for the Next Stage: Ciaran Boyd Joins ScaffPlan as Sales Director
ScaffPlan is growing fast, and we’re now strengthening our leadership team for the next phase. Today, we’re proud to announce the appointment of Ciaran Boyd as our new Sales Director.
Reflections from Vegas and Our Vision for What’s Next
Last year, I walked onto a stage in Vegas with a simple message: real scaffold design, made simple.
From Vegas to Vision: Why Investing in Founders Builds Stronger Industries
The Crucial Role of Engineering Reports in Scaffolding Projects
25 August 2023 | 3 minute read
With 52,888* scaffolding businesses in Australia, NZ, Europe and the US, scaffolding stands as a crucial tool for the world wide construction industry. It provides a secure platform for workers to carry out tasks at heights, ensuring both their safety and the efficiency of the project.
However, the foundation of a successful scaffolding project goes beyond the physical structures erected on-site; it lies within the thorough preparation and documentation that engineering reports provide.
ScaffChamp 2023 Recap
27 July 2023 | 2 minute read
In the realm of construction, scaffolding is a vital tool that allows workers to reach great heights with safety and precision.
While scaffolding is usually associated with practicality rather than competitive events, the International Scaffolding Championships in Lithuania in 2023 proved that this temporary structure could transform into a thrilling arena for skilled workers to showcase their expertise and teamwork.
Why Scaffolding Needs a Digital Twin
27 February 2023 | 3 minute read
The rapid digitalisation and adoption of 3D software in the construction industry over the last decade has resulted in growing pressure for scaffolding projects to follow suit.
