How to assemble and disassemble a tower without mistakes and wasting time

A tower is one of the most convenient structures for working at height: façade, ceiling, installation, insulation, painting. But only if it is assembled correctly.

The VIRASTAR Compact model is popular precisely because it can be quickly installed even on a small site. However, assembly errors can cost time, stress, and safety.

Preparation before assembly: don't skip this step

Half the problems arise not during assembly, but before it.

Before you begin:

• Choose a flat, hard surface
• Remove debris, stones, and mortar residue
• Check that all components are in place (frames, diagonals, decking, wheels, stabilizers).

The VIRASTAR Compact assembles like a construction set, but only if nothing is missing.

Step 1: Proper installation of the base

Start with the most important part – the bottom tier.

1. Install the base frames on wheels or supports.
2. Be sure to secure the wheel brakes.
3. Ensure the structure is level.

A common mistake: people assemble the tower "by eye," only to have it begin to wobble at a height of 2-3 meters.

The VIRASTAR Compact has a compact base, so it's especially important to level it precisely.

Step 2. Installing horizontal and diagonal braces

• To ensure the tower is rigid, braces are needed.
• Horizontal members connect the frames
• Diagonal braces prevent the structure from wobbling

The rule is simple:

No diagonal braces, no stability.

A rookie mistake: "I'll put it up later, then I'll quickly climb in." This is the most dangerous decision.

Step 3. Installing the deck

The VIRASTAR Compact deck is lightweight but durable.

It is installed after the lower tier is secured. Advice:

• The decking must lie flat
• The hatch must open without warping
• Do not use planks instead of the standard decking – this is dangerous and will impair the design load.

Step 4. Building Up Tiers

Next, the scaffolding tower is assembled one module at a time:

1. Install the next frames
2. Secure the horizontal supports
3. Add the diagonal supports
4. Raise the decking higher

This is the correct design – "tier by tier."

A common mistake is to install all the frames first and then begin securing the trusses. This takes longer and is more dangerous.

Step 5. Fencing and Safety

At heights, the following are essential:

• handrails
• side rails (to prevent tools from falling)
• stabilizers (if the height is great)

VIRASTAR Compact is designed for quick installation, but safety rules are the same for all towers. 

How to quickly and correctly disassemble a tower

Disassembly is always done in reverse order:

1. Remove the railings
2. Lower the decking
3. Remove the diagonal braces
4. Dismantle the upper frames
5. Move to the lower tier

Tip:

Stack the elements in groups (frames to frames, diagonals to diagonals) – this saves time during the next assembly.

The most common mistakes that waste time

Here are the most common mistakes:

• Assembling the scaffolding tower on an uneven surface
• Forgetting to install the brakes on the wheels
• Not installing the diagonal braces immediately
• Disassembling the structure "haphazardly"

Correct assembly of the VIRASTAR Compact takes 15-30 minutes if everything is done according to the diagram. 

A little life hack for quick installation

If the scaffold is used frequently:

• store the kit in one place
• label the elements with a marker 

We invite you to read another blog article, " Scaffold or a tower: which is better for different types of work."

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We wish you successful shopping!