Safety & Compliance
A standard Acrow Prop looks like a simple piece of steel. But under the weight of a 300mm concrete slab, the difference between a certified prop and a cheap import is a collapsed ceiling.
This is the European Standard for falsework. It dictates exactly how much weight a prop must hold at full extension.
| Feature | Cheap Market Prop | Cartel 72 (Urtim) Prop |
|---|---|---|
| Steel Origin | Unknown (Mixed Scrap) | Certified Virgin Steel |
| Weld Quality | Hand Welded (Inconsistent) | Robotic Welding (Perfect) |
| Load at 3.0m | ~12 kN (Risk of Failure) | ~20 kN (Safe Load) |
| Thread Type | Exposed (Gets Clogged) | Self-Cleaning |
When the Health & Safety Authority (OHSA) inspects your site, the first thing they look for is the certification stamp on your falsework. Cartel 72 provides full documentation and load charts for every prop we import.