Xplatform Group

Xplatform Group Xplatform® provides façade access, BMU, suspended platforms and lifting solutions across the Middle East. Xplatform® is more than simply an equipment supplier.

It is a provider of global solutions whose primary focus is effectively meeting the day-to-day needs and specific operating requirements of its customers and users. Reflecting this approach, it provides integrated services to optimize equipment life-cycles and residual values for resale (technical assistance, training, spare parts, warranty and maintenance contracts, managing mandatory periodic se

rvice visits…). As a lifting and access equipment specialist Xplatform® manufactures and offers for sale a large range of equipment:

Permanent Systems
Temporary Systems
Steel Works
Machinery

Our extensive range of products is ideally suited to addressing the needs of numerous sectors, such as:
Logistics, Distribution, Manufacturing
Main structure construction or finishing works
Maintenance and renovation work

Head Office
Ajman - United Arab Emirates
P.O.Box: 23160 Ajman
Tel.: 00971 6 748 1171
Fax: 00971 6 748 1173

Branch
-Riyadh - Saudi Arabia Branch
P.O. Box : 11575, Postal Code 60586
Tel: 00966 561 394 394
Fax : 00966 11 214 0756

-Jeddah - Saudi Arabia Branch
P.O. Box : 11575, Postal Code 60586
Tel: 00966 541 182 816
Fax : 00966 11 214 0756

[email protected]
www.xplatformgroup.com

BUILT FOR THE DIFFICULTThe strength of a rope access team is measured by what it can deliver safely, precisely and effic...
29/08/2026

BUILT FOR THE DIFFICULT

The strength of a rope access team is measured by what it can deliver safely, precisely and efficiently—where conventional access becomes difficult.

Our XUP Rope Access team is in action at a Sobha project in Dubai, carrying out specialised façade works across challenging and difficult-to-reach areas.

This project demonstrates the real capability behind XUP:

• Skilled and competent rope access technicians
• Certified and traceable safety equipment
• Carefully planned access and rescue systems
• Safe movement across complex façade structures
• Efficient ex*****on with minimal site disruption
• Strong coordination at height and on the ground

Every task begins with proper planning, risk assessment and equipment inspection. Our teams operate with a clear focus on safety, quality and disciplined ex*****on—from the first anchor point to the final inspection.

This is how XUP shows its strength: not through words, but through the people, systems and results delivered on site.

OUR TEAM. OUR CAPABILITY. OUR STANDARD.

XUP ROPE ACCESS
A COMPANY OF XPLATFORM GROUP

SAFETY AT EVERY HEIGHTXUP Rope Access, an XPLATFORM Group company, recently held productive discussions with Mr. Breitch...
27/08/2026

SAFETY AT EVERY HEIGHT

XUP Rope Access, an XPLATFORM Group company, recently held productive discussions with Mr. Breitch Stander regarding the development of professional rope access capabilities and potential cooperation in Saudi Arabia.

The discussion focused on one essential principle: rope access must be delivered through the highest levels of safety, technical competence and operational discipline.

At XUP, our approach is aligned with internationally recognised rope access standards:

• ISO 22846-1:2003 — Fundamental principles for a rope access system of work
• ISO 22846-2:2012 — Code of practice for the safe use of rope access methods

Our commitment includes:

• Certified and traceable ropes, harnesses, connectors and access equipment
• Equipment selected according to the applicable international standards
• Documented pre-use checks and periodic inspections
• Competent and appropriately trained rope access technicians
• Independent working and safety systems
• Project-specific risk assessments and method statements
• Planned emergency and rescue procedures
• Immediate removal of damaged or non-compliant equipment from service

Rope access is not simply a method of reaching difficult areas. It is a complete safety system that depends on qualified people, certified equipment, careful planning and controlled ex*****on.

As XUP continues to strengthen its capabilities across Saudi Arabia and the GCC, our objective is clear: to provide safe, efficient and technically reliable solutions for façade, construction, industrial and energy-sector projects.

THE RIGHT PEOPLE.
CERTIFIED EQUIPMENT.
A CONTROLLED SAFETY SYSTEM.

XUP ROPE ACCESS
AN XPLATFORM GROUP COMPANY

GLASS VACUUM LIFTING SOLUTIONSSAFETY IS ENGINEERED BEFORE THE LIFT BEGINSHandling large glass panels requires more than ...
19/08/2026

GLASS VACUUM LIFTING SOLUTIONS
SAFETY IS ENGINEERED BEFORE THE LIFT BEGINS

Handling large glass panels requires more than lifting power—it demands precision, control and uncompromising safety.

Glass vacuum lifters and smart installation robots have transformed façade construction, but safe performance depends on two essential factors: disciplined operation and selecting equipment for the complete lifting condition—not merely the weight of the glass.

BEFORE EVERY LIFT

• Match capacity to the complete condition
Confirm that the rated capacity is suitable for the glass weight, dimensions, orientation and lifting configuration.

• Prepare the glass surface
The contact area must be clean, dry, smooth and compatible with the suction pads.

• Inspect the vacuum system
Check the pads, seals, hoses, connections, valves, gauges, warning systems and power supply.

• Position the pads correctly
Keep suction pads clear of edges, joints, cracks, damaged areas and unsuitable protective films.

• Confirm a stable vacuum
Never raise or move the glass until the required vacuum level has been achieved and remains stable.

• Test low and slow
Perform a controlled test lift at minimal height to verify attachment, balance and stability.

• Secure the lifting area
Keep all personnel outside the lifting zone. No one should ever stand beneath a suspended glass panel.

• Respond immediately
Stop the operation if the vacuum level drops, the glass shifts or any abnormal condition appears.

• Respect operating limits
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding wind, temperature, surface condition and the actual site environment.

INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED SAFETY FRAMEWORKS

Our approach is guided by applicable international safety principles, including:

• BS EN 13155 — Non-fixed lifting attachments and vacuum lifters
• ASME B30.20 — Inspection, testing and operation of below-the-hook lifting devices
• ASME BTH-1 — Design criteria for below-the-hook lifting devices
• ISO 12100 — Machinery risk assessment and risk reduction

At XPLATFORM Group, we provide a complete range of glass lifting solutions—from compact vacuum lifters to smart installation robots.

Every solution must be selected according to three essential factors:

THE GLASS • THE APPLICATION • THE ACTUAL SITE CONDITIONS

Safety is not simply a number on a capacity plate. It is the result of selecting the right equipment, completing the correct inspection and maintaining disciplined operation—every single time.

XPLATFORM GROUP
ENGINEERING TRUST IN EVERY LIFT

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 5STEEL WIRE ROPESTRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY & SYSTEM COMPATIBILITYSteel wire rope i...
30/07/2026

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 5

STEEL WIRE ROPE
STRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY & SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY

Steel wire rope is one of the most safety-critical components of a suspended working platform. It carries the platform through the traction hoist and works alongside the independent secondary safety system.

According to XPLATFORM’s approved technical specification, our applicable suspended platforms use:

• Nominal diameter: Ø8.6 mm
• Material: Galvanized high-carbon steel
• Construction: Flexible multi-wire construction
• Application: Suspended working platforms
• Compatibility: Approved traction hoist and secondary safety device
• Certification: Traceable certificate confirming rope construction, tensile grade and minimum breaking load

Why does flexibility matter?

The rope must repeatedly pass through the traction hoist while maintaining its strength, diameter stability and effective grip. Flexibility is determined by the wire construction, core, lay direction and compatibility with the complete system—not by how soft the rope feels.

Diameter alone is never enough. An Ø8.6 mm generic lifting rope must not be used unless its construction, certified breaking load and operating characteristics match the approved suspended-platform system.

At XPLATFORM Group, we follow BS EN 1808 safety requirements while applying our approved Ø8.6 mm system specification.

THE CORRECT WIRE ROPE IS CERTIFIED, COMPATIBLE AND INSPECTED—NOT SELECTED BY APPEARANCE.

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 3SUSPENSION MECHANISMSTABILITY IS CALCULATED — NOT ESTIMATEDA counterweighted...
29/07/2026

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 3

SUSPENSION MECHANISM
STABILITY IS CALCULATED — NOT ESTIMATED

A counterweighted suspension rig works according to the principle of moments around the most unfavourable fulcrum.

ENGINEERING PRINCIPLE:

Moment = Force × Distance

M = F × d

For adequate stability:

Stabilizing Moment ≥ Overturning Moment

The stabilizing moment is generated by the inboard portion and counterweights, while the overturning moment is created by the suspended load and the outboard portion of the rig.

According to BS EN 1808:2015, Clause 6.5.4.2 and Table 12, the working-stability calculation for a Temporary Suspended Platform must consider:

• Suspended load: 3 × WLL
• Material-hoist load, when applicable: 1.4 × HWLL
• Outboard rig weight: 1.25 × Mo
• Inboard rig weight: 1.0 × Mi
• The most unfavourable combination of forces and fulcrum position

Where:

WLL = Working Load Limit of the platform winch
HWLL = Working Load Limit of the material hoist
Mo = Weight of the outboard portion
Mi = Weight of the inboard portion
d = Horizontal distance from the applicable fulcrum

An important engineering relationship:

Increasing the outboard length increases the overturning moment. Therefore, any change in outreach, suspended load or beam configuration requires the stability calculation to be reviewed.

The standard also requires that:

• Counterweights must be solid, permanently marked with their weight and limited to 25 kg per piece.
• Counterweights must be firmly attached and locked against unauthorized removal.
• Clear assembly and rigging instructions must be permanently fixed to the beam.
• Separate suspension points must be provided for the suspension ropes and secondary safety ropes.
• Temporary suspension-rig components must be reusable and free from hazardous sharp edges or projections.

The required number of counterweights must never be estimated or based on a fixed quantity. It must be determined from the approved rigging configuration, applicable loads, lever-arm distances and stability calculations.

At XPLATFORM Group, safe suspended access begins at roof level—because the stability of the entire platform depends on the correct design and installation of its suspension mechanism.

Standard Reference: BS EN 1808:2015 — Clauses 6.5.4.2 and 9.4.1–9.4.4

TOE BOARD PROTECTIONA Small Component with a Critical Safety RoleWhen working at height, safety is not limited to protec...
27/07/2026

TOE BOARD PROTECTION
A Small Component with a Critical Safety Role

When working at height, safety is not limited to protecting the people inside the suspended platform. Tools and materials must also be prevented from falling and endangering people or property below.

According to BS EN 1808:2015, Clause 7.1.4:

▪ Guardrails, intermediate rails and toe boards shall be fitted around the perimeter of the platform.
▪ For Temporary Suspended Platforms (TSPs), the toe board shall extend at least 150 mm above the platform decking.
▪ Toe boards are not required where the platform is fully clad.
▪ Platform components must not present sharp edges or corners.

The toe board forms the lower part of the platform’s collective protection system. It helps retain tools and materials inside the cradle and reduces the risk of falling objects during façade-access operations.

Important technical distinction:

The toe board is the lower-edge protective barrier—not the walking surface. The platform decking is a separate component and must provide a secure, slip-resistant working surface.

At XPLATFORM Group, we believe that every safety component matters—because at height, small details can prevent serious incidents.

Standard Reference: BS EN 1808:2015 — Clause 7.1.4

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 2Guardrail Safety Requirements under BS EN 1808:2015A suspended platform must...
25/07/2026

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 2
Guardrail Safety Requirements under BS EN 1808:2015

A suspended platform must provide more than access — it must provide effective protection against falls and dropped objects.

In line with the safety requirements referenced in BS EN 1808:2015, the perimeter protection system of a Temporary Suspended Platform should include:

▪ Top guardrail height: Minimum 1,000 mm
▪ Intermediate guardrail opening: Maximum 500 mm
▪ Toe board height: Minimum 150 mm
▪ Slip-resistant platform decking
▪ Deck openings designed to prevent the passage of a 15 mm diameter sphere
▪ Smooth profiles and rounded edges to reduce operator injury risks

These dimensions are not decorative details. They are essential safety controls designed to protect personnel, tools, and materials while the platform is operating at height.

At XPLATFORM Group, every platform is engineered with a complete perimeter protection system as part of its overall safety design.

Small dimensions. Major safety impact.

23/07/2026

Behind the scenes of signing the cooperation agreement between XPLATFORM Group and SHENXI.

A productive meeting, valuable discussions, and a shared vision for strengthening suspended platform and lifting solutions across the Saudi market.

We look forward to a successful partnership built on quality, technical expertise, and long-term cooperation.

A strong partnership starts with a shared vision.

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 1What is BS EN 1808:2015?Working at height leaves no room for assumptions.BS ...
23/07/2026

XPLATFORM TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE SERIES | DAY 1
What is BS EN 1808:2015?

Working at height leaves no room for assumptions.

BS EN 1808:2015 establishes safety requirements and engineering principles for suspended access equipment, including Temporary Suspended Platforms commonly used for façade construction, installation, inspection, cleaning, and maintenance works.

At XPLATFORM Group, we design, manufacture, supply, install, test, and maintain Temporary Suspended Platforms engineered in line with the design philosophy and safety requirements of this standard.

Our platforms support a wide range of applications, including:

▪ Curtain wall installation
▪ Glass and glazing works
▪ External painting and finishing
▪ Façade inspection and maintenance
▪ Repair and refurbishment
▪ Window and building cleaning

Throughout this technical knowledge series, we will explain the key engineering and safety requirements behind Temporary Suspended Platforms — from platform construction and guardrails to wire ropes, wind loads, safety systems, and testing procedures.

Safe access starts with proper engineering.

Our projects and services delivered across the GCC, Middle East & Africa.XPLATFORM Group provides façade access and lift...
22/07/2026

Our projects and services delivered across the GCC, Middle East & Africa.

XPLATFORM Group provides façade access and lifting solutions for construction, industrial and high-rise projects across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Iraq, Pakistan, Syria and Ethiopia.

With operational hubs in Dubai and Riyadh, we support project teams with suspended platforms, BMU systems, rope access, material & passenger hoists, glass handling solutions and technical support.

XPLATFORM Group
Trusted Since 2012
Façade Access & Lifting Solutions

www.xplatformgroup.com

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