On-Site Bolting and Welding via Rope Access
Think Access carries out torque-controlled bolting and on-site welding of structural and secondary steelwork at height using IRATA rope access. Our ECITB-qualified teams make up structural connections precisely, safely and in compliance with project specifications.
Scope at a glance
Structural bolting
BS EN 1090 · Torque-controlled tightening · Tension-indicating washers · Snug & full tensioning · Documented torque values
Site welding
MMA & wire-fed processes · Coded welders · Welding procedure specifications · Visual inspection · NDT where required
Stud welding
Shear connectors · Stud anchors · Facade fixing applications · Composite beam systems · Anti-drop measures
What we do
Structural bolting at height
Structural bolting at height requires accurate torque application to specified values using calibrated torque wrenches or tension-indicating washers. Our teams carry out both snug-tightening and full-tensioning of structural bolts in accordance with BS EN 1090 and the project’s structural specification, with torque values documented and verified by our supervisory staff at each connection.
Site welding
Site welding at height is carried out using MMA (stick) welding or wire-fed processes depending on the application and environmental conditions. Our welders hold the relevant coded welding qualifications for structural application and work within the project’s welding procedure specifications. All welds are visually inspected and, where required, non-destructive testing is carried out by our inspection team.
Stud welding
We carry out stud welding for shear connectors, stud anchors and fixing applications at height, where the connection is part of a composite beam or facade anchor system. Stud welding at height requires specialist equipment that we operate safely from ropes, with appropriate restraint and anti-drop measures in place throughout.
Quality assurance & documentation
All bolting and welding works are supported by documented quality records including torque logs, weld inspection records and NDT results where applicable. These are provided in a format suitable for inclusion in the project quality plan and as-built documentation, giving the structural engineer and principal contractor a complete and auditable record of connection works carried out at height.
Why Think Access
Bolting and welding at height requires the same standards of workmanship and quality control as ground-level connections. Think Access delivers that standard from ropes, with documentation to match.
F.A.Q’s
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