Temporary Suspended Cradle Access Solutions

We offer safe solutions for quick and cost effective access.

EstablishedSince 2015
Projects100+ completed
SafetyZero accidents & injuries
Satisfaction100% client focus

Our Services

We provide a complete suspended cradle service package, ensuring every installation is delivered safely, efficiently, and within programme.

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Free Site Survey & Quotation

Detailed site surveys and transparent quotations provided at no cost, ensuring accurate planning and cost control from the outset.

Comprehensive method statements and risk assessments are supplied for every contract.

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Cradle Installations

All installations are carried out by an experienced foreman or supervisor competent in both rigging operations and safety management.

Every cradle is installed with a secondary wire safety device and subject to full risk assessment.

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BS EN 5974 Compliance & Technical Data

All suspended cradle installations comply fully with BS EN 5974 standards.

Technical documentation including test certificates for winches, wire ropes, sky-locks, and full rig calculations and drawings are available upon request.

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Operator Training Scheme

We provide one-to-one training for operatives covering correct use, safe operation, and inspection of cradle installations prior to handover.

Equipment

Our suspended access equipment is selected to suit each project, providing safe, efficient and compliant access solutions for a wide range of building types.

Work Cage

A work cage is ideal for limited areas and confined spaces, providing safe access for construction, repair and inspection works.

  • Height: 2315mm
  • Length: 1000mm
  • Width: 1370mm
  • Safe Working Load: 250kg (1 person)

Cradle – Walk Through Units

Modular walk-through cradle systems offering flexible access for façades and high-rise structures. Extensions can be added where required.

  • Cradle Lengths: 2–12 metres
  • Configuration: Walk-through to walk-through
  • Safe Working Load: 200kg–500kg
  • Application: Quick and cost-effective access with no height restriction

Standard Cradle

A versatile and cost-effective solution for accessing high-rise structures, suitable for a wide range of façade works.

  • Cradle Lengths: 2–12 metres
  • Safe Working Load: 200kg–500kg
  • Application: No height restrictions

Hoists

  • Compact Hoist: Compact 400 / CX500 – Load rating 400kg / 500kg
  • Alpha Hoist: Alpha 500 / 800 – Load rating 500kg / 800kg

Sky Lock Safety Device

The Sky Lock is an over-speed safety device operating on the secondary safety rope. It provides a secondary braking system in emergency situations, enhancing overall cradle safety.

Information

A complete service for the supply, delivery, installation and management of temporary suspended cradle access systems — delivered safely, efficiently and within programme.

Supply, Delivery & Installation

  • Temporary suspended cradle access platform systems supplied, delivered and installed.
  • Available 24/7 to meet programme requirements.
  • Installations can be completed within 24 hours (subject to site conditions).
  • Ideal where scaffolding is impractical or not cost-effective.

Rental

  • Hire periods start from one week and can be extended as long as required.
  • Flexible rental options for short-term and long-term projects.

Inspections & Maintenance

  • All equipment is inspected and tested prior to dispatch and whilst on site.
  • Operators complete daily/weekly inspection checklists; all findings are recorded and actioned.
  • Equipment on site longer than 6 months is replaced or re-inspected.
  • Lifting equipment: replaced every 6 months · Electrical equipment: every 3 months.

Certificates

  • Installations
  • Cradle familiarisation training
  • Shifts
  • Call-outs / breakdowns / inspections
  • Dismantles
  • Winches
  • Sky-locks
  • Wires

Platforms & Rigs

  • Altrex platforms can be installed at any desired height.
  • Cradle lengths typically range from 1–12 metres with SWL ranges depending on configuration.
  • Modular design allows bespoke configurations to suit the structure and provide close access.
  • Rig options include Jumbo/Standard rigs, Lay-rigs and Build-up rigs.

For specific dimensions and equipment ratings, see the Equipment section.

Operating System & Safety Management

  • Platforms powered by Alpha 500/800 or Compact 400/500CX winches selected to suit load requirements.
  • Fitted with a Sky-Lock secondary wire safety device for emergency braking protection.
  • Full RAMS supplied for every project.
  • Installations completed and inspected by a competent Foreman Rigger.

BS5974 Dynamic Calculator

Use our BS5974-style calculator to review counterweight requirements and reaction loads based on your winch, rig type and geometry.

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Compliance

Safety-first planning with clear documentation, practical site controls and BS5974-style calculation support.

BS5974-style calculations

Counterweight and reaction checks presented in a clear format to support planning, verification and site briefings.

Inspections & records

Planned inspections and documented checks to support safe operation throughout the programme.

Site-ready documentation

Method statements, risk assessments, handover information and practical controls aligned to the installed configuration.

Key points

Rig selection & load paths
We select practical rig arrangements to suit roof constraints and provide clear load paths and packing/spreader assumptions.
Kentledge & packing arrangements
Packing/spreader selection is aligned to site constraints, with counterweight calculated using dynamic line load and safety factors.
Handover & ongoing support
Clear handover information, support for site teams and practical adjustments where required.

About Us

Specialist temporary suspended cradle access contractors.

Who we are

Suspended Cradle Solutions is a specialist contractor providing temporary suspended cradle access solutions for construction, façade and specialist works.

We support projects across a range of sectors, delivering systems that are planned, installed and managed within established temporary works procedures.

How we operate

Our work typically involves the provision of temporary suspended cradle access to support façade installation, refurbishment, maintenance and specialist works on high-rise and complex structures.

We operate within main contractor temporary works systems, coordinating closely with Temporary Works Coordinators, project managers and site teams to ensure access solutions are safely integrated, clearly documented and properly controlled.

Design, compliance & responsibility

Where required, we provide BS5974-aligned design input and technical support for suspended cradle systems, including calculations and supporting documentation. We also regularly deliver works to approved third-party designs, ensuring clarity of responsibility and compliance at all times.

Our approach places a strong emphasis on design control, risk management and traceability throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience & professional standards

Our team brings practical site experience across live construction and occupied environments, with an understanding of the technical, logistical and safety considerations associated with suspended access systems.

We place a strong emphasis on professional standards, clear communication and coordination, recognising that successful delivery relies as much on process and integration as it does on technical compliance.

Toolbox Talks

Controlled toolbox talk documents and assignment support for site teams.

Documents

If you require specific documents for a project (RAMS, handover documentation, certification, or controlled toolbox talks), please contact us and we will provide the appropriate information for your site requirements.

Downloads / Documents

Project documentation and controlled information available upon request.

Documents

If you require specific documents for a project (RAMS, handover documentation, certification, or controlled toolbox talks), please contact us and we will provide the appropriate information for your site requirements.

Project Experience

Selected projects delivered in coordination with principal contractors, specialist subcontractors and site teams.

High-Rise Residential Painting Works – Harlow

Temporary suspended cradle access delivered to support cleaning and painting works on a high-rise residential building.

Main Contractor: Caridon

High-Rise Residential Façade Works – London Dock

Temporary suspended cradle installation and certification delivered to support façade works, coordinated with site temporary works procedures.

Façade Contractor: Feldhaus Windows & Façade

High-Rise Residential Façade Works – King’s Cross, London

Temporary suspended cradle access installation and certification delivered in coordination with the main contractor to support façade construction works.

Main Contractor: McLaren Construction
Façade Contractor: FP McCann

High-Rise Residential Façade Works – King’s Cross, London

Temporary suspended cradle access installation and certification delivered to support façade installation works.

Main Contractor: McLaren Construction
Façade Contractor: Fleetwood

High-Rise Residential Concrete Repair Works – Sutton Court, Surrey

Temporary suspended cradle installation and certification delivered to support concrete repair works.

Contractor: Creagh Concrete Products Limited

Mural Painting Works – Brick Lane, London

Temporary suspended cradle installation and certification delivered to support specialist mural painting works in an urban environment.

Contractor: Urban Vision

Mural Painting Works – London

Temporary suspended cradle installation and certification delivered to support large-scale mural artwork.

Contractor: Antaeus Graffiti Ltd

Make an Enquiry

Tell us what you need and we’ll get back to you promptly. For urgent requests, call us on 075 6252 1921.

Free site survey & clear quotation
BS EN 5974 compliant installations
RAMS, calculations & technical documentation
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