SMART Compliance
SMART Compliance performs structural checks automatically in line with recognised standards including TG20, BS EN 12811-1 and BS EN 1991-1-4.
SMART Compliance helps scaffolding companies’ produce leg loading, tie duty and bridge design reports, industry recognised compliance reports, and design calculations quickly and confidently without relying on costly and time-consuming external engineering support.
As temporary works scrutiny increases, scaffold businesses are under greater pressure to demonstrate that their scaffolds meet recognised industry standards.
SMART Compliance simplifies this process by automating key scaffold calculations such as wind loading, tie duty checks, leg loads, and bridge beam analysis. Using site-specific data and recognised standards, the software produces clear, professional compliance reports that can be shared with contractors, engineers, and temporary works coordinators.
The result is a faster, more reliable compliance process that allows scaffolding businesses to respond quickly to design queries without costly external delays.
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SMART Compliance
Detailed calculations report for:
- Independent scaffolds
- Tie duties
- Leg loads - Beam Spans and design analysis
Compliance Checks for:
- Birdcages
- Tied Towers
- Loading bays
- Chimney scaffolds (Coming soon)
- Lift shaft scaffolds (Coming soon)
- Free standing Towers (Coming soon)
Comprehensive wind analysis
Integration with SMART Estimator (Coming 2026)
“ Using SMART Scaffolder software Burflex are able to produce and test scaffolding to a TG:20 standard which means you can rest easy knowing you have a solid compliant structure to work with.”
Burflex Scaffolding Ltd
Time Lost Producing Compliance Calculations
Producing scaffold calculations manually can take hours. Designers often rely on spreadsheets, multiple reference documents, and external tools just to determine wind loads, tie duties, or leg loads. This slows down the design process and delays project approvals, particularly when contractors or temporary works engineers request calculations at short notice.
SMART Compliance automates these calculations instantly. By inputting the scaffold dimensions and site location, the software performs the structural checks automatically and generates a professional report ready to issue to the client or engineer.
Not only is it quicker – SMART Compliance is support across mobile devices – meaning teams can provide calculations instantly on site – rather than suffering delays waiting for Design teams.
“SMART Compliance is excellent; it’s saved us time and money. We primarily use the wind analysis features. Before adopting SMART Compliance, we relied on a combination of spreadsheets, Google Earth and online resource’s for wind factors and calculations.”
Sky Scaffolding Midlands
Uncertainty Around Wind Loading and Site Conditions
Wind loading is one of the most important elements in scaffold design, but many companies rely on generic regional wind speeds or rough estimates. This often leads to scaffolds being over-designed for a safety factor, increasing material costs and reducing competitiveness.
SMART Compliance automatically calculates the exact wind factor based on the scaffold’s location, factoring in altitude, surrounding terrain, proximity to the coast and how tall the building is. This produces a far more accurate wind analysis and ensures designs are compliant without unnecessary overengineering.
“Wind loading calculations you can trust form the team behind Velventi wind analysis, A3D Max & the NASC E-portal.”
Risk of Errors in Structural Calculations
Errors in scaffold calculations can lead to safety risks, redesign costs, or project delays. When calculations are done manually, particularly under time pressure, the risk of mistakes increases significantly.
SMART Compliance performs structural checks automatically in line with recognised standards including BS EN 12811-1 and BS EN 1991-1-4. The system calculates leg loads, tie duties, and structural requirements consistently every time, removing the risk of human error and providing confidence that the scaffold meets compliance requirements.
By removing manual calculations, scaffold companies can ensure every scaffold is backed by reliable data and clear documentation.
Producing Professional Compliance Reports for Clients and Engineers
Contractors and temporary works coordinators increasingly expect detailed compliance documentation before approving scaffolds for erection – often at short notice. Producing these reports manually can be inconsistent and time-consuming.
SMART Compliance automatically generates professional compliance reports that clearly present the calculations, tie loads and leg loads. These reports can be exported as Word or PDF documents and issued directly to clients, engineers, or temporary works departments.
Providing clear and professional documentation helps scaffold companies demonstrate competence, improve client confidence, and speed up project approvals.
Documents can be produced instantly on site – no delays.
