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The Leader in Scaffolding Rental, Safety Sales, and Service Since 1947

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Frame Scaffold
Frame Scaffold
System Scaffold
System Scaffold
Swing Stage
Swing Stage
Re-Shoring
Re-Shoring
Trash Chutes
Trash Chutes
Temporary Fencing
Temporary Fencing

Featured Products

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Fall Protection
Fall Protection
Pump Jacks
Pump Jacks
Scaffold Planks
Scaffold Planks
Ladders
Ladders
Safety Equipment
Safety Equipment
Jobsite Supplies
Jobsite Supplies

Need A Rental Product Installed?

Erect and Dismantle Services

Need one of our rental products professionally installed? We have a trained team of experienced and safe professionals to do just that. As part of our turnkey rental solutions, local erect and dismantle service teams provide installation of any of the products in our rental line.

Working closely with the sales team and the customer, this team has a goal of providing safe, cost effective access solutions while saving the customer time and reducing their liability. You can depend on our installation teams to provide solutions that meet, or exceed, all OSHA standards allowing you to get the job done safely.

Scaffold and Safety Training Services

Having the right tools for the job is only half of what you need to get the job done. Knowing how to use those tools is the other half. OSHA requires each employer using construction access equipment to have a “Competent Person” on site to identify hazards and correct them.

Associated Scaffolding’s Safety Instructors offer a variety of programs to meet that need, from “Competent Person” training for supported or suspended scaffolds, to OSHA 10 and 30 hour certifications, fall protection classes, confined space training and more.

Classes

  • Fall Protection

    The purpose of this fall protection program is to establish guidelines to protect all employees engaged in outdoor or indoor work activities that expose them to potential falls from elevations.

  • Supported Scaffolding

    This course will help identify the dangers of working with supported scaffolds and how these risks can be minimized by knowing the correct ways to maintain, inspect and use scaffolding equipment.

  • Suspended Scaffolding

    This course will help identify the dangers of working with suspended scaffolds and how these risks can be minimized by knowing the correct ways to maintain, inspect and use scaffolding equipment.

  • OSHA 10 & 30

    The OSHA Outreach Training Program is OSHA’s primary way to train workers in the basics of occupational safety and health.

  • CPR/First Aid

    This class meets the current guidelines for CPR as well as the OSHA requirements for first aid training in the workplace.

Featured Projects

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Chapel at Duke University

Durham, NC

Steeple Replacement: St. Andrews Catholic Church

Roanoke, VA

University Tower Swing Stage Scaffolding Rental

Durham, NC

Sacred Heart Cathedral

Knoxville, TN

Durham Justice Center

Durham, NC

500 West Fifth Renovation

Winston-Salem, NC

Chesterfield Swing Stage

Durham, NC

Ole Red Gatlinburg Temporary Scaffolding

Gatllinburg, TN

Edgemont Tower Trash Chute & Scaffolding Rental

Bristol , TN

RDU Airport (Terminal C)

Morrisville, NC

The Rail Yard Stair Tower

Charlotte, NC

Who We Are

Humble Beginnings

Originally named Associated Scaffolders and Equipment Co., the company opened in Durham, NC in 1947 providing scaffolding rentals to contractors in the local area.

Bright Future

In 1968 Gene Hawkins bought the company and ran it with his son Tommy, until Gene's retirement in 1985.

New Name New Vision

Tommy Hawkins became President of the company and changed the name to Associated Scaffolding Co. Inc. Tommy brought in his brother-in-law, Rick DeMent, who would later become Vice President of the company.

Expansion

With the growth in the Raleigh-Durham area, the company expanded in 1990 to a larger 24,000 sq. ft. building. This allowed the company to increase its product offerings and begin providing installation services.

Greensboro, NC

Associated Scaffolding opens its first satellite location in the growing city of Greensboro, NC. This location offers all the same rental, sales, and services as the main Durham location.

Columbia, SC

Only 3 short years after opening its first satellite location Associated Scaffolding opened their 3rd branch, this time in Columbia, SC. This location allowed service to Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and Greenville,SC.

Richmond, VA

Pushing north this time, Richmond, VA was the next area of expansion for Associated Scaffolding. Providing the same quality services to Fredricksburg, Roanoake, Blacksburg, and Norfolk.

Corporate Headquarters

In 2007 the Durham branch moved again, this time to a 126,000 sq. ft. warehouse with space for a new corporate headquarters, distribution center, and full service retail showroom.

Safety Store & Online Sales

In 2008 expansion came in the form of a new product category; construction safety equipment. All locations would now stock fall protection, PPE, ladders, and more. During this time the company also launched its online store, selling these products nationwide.

Knoxville, TN

Associated Scaffolding moved west, opening a new location in Knoxville, TN. This location services the mountain region in both Tennessee and North Carolina, providing the same great equipment and access solutions.

Raleigh, NC

With amazing growth in the triangle region of North Carolina, a Raleigh location was in high demand. This location focused on fall protection and safety equipment sales with only a small rental inventory.

Expanded Raleigh, NC

The growing demand in the Raleigh market allowed this branch to expand into a new building. This allowed for more inventory as well as full rental and installation services.

Knoxville, TN Expansion

In need of more space and a bigger safety store, the Knoxville team moved into a much larger location. This allowed for continued sales growth and inventory expansion.

Richmond, VA Expansion

The Richmond team was in need of a larger location. This new building allowed for a greatly expanded safety store and more efficient warehousing.

Charlotte, NC

In March of 2020 we opened our new Charlotte branch. This location lets us serve not only North Carolina's largest city, but also continue to expand our service throughout the Western part of the state.

Hear From Our Valued Customers

“Knowledgeable staff and excellent selection in safety equipment. Will definitely be buying from here again.”

Jose V.

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“Great people!!! I purchased a trim master brake and it was advertised. This is my 2nd purchase from them. I will send others to them when need arises.”

Ron S.

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“I just love the work ethic of this company! They've been in business along time and are sooo professional in all they do. They value their employees and it shows!!! Kudos to the owners a d CEO's who managed to expand north and south!”

Carolyn E.

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“They are good for a quick stop to pick up safety equipment they are always willing to help you access work areas design and installation is there specialty.”

Jon A.

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“We rely heavily on Associated not only for our scaffolding needs, but for our safety supplies (PPE, fall protection, etc.) as well. They always take the time to understand our needs and provide viable solutions. They are fair, honest and will do you right every time.”

Brooke H.

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Our Locations

Durham, NC

1303 East Geer Street, Durham, NC, USA

Raleigh, NC

2601 Noblin Road, Raleigh, NC, USA

Greensboro, NC

7055 Albert Pick Road, Greensboro, NC 27409, USA

Columbia, SC

700-A Buckner Road columbia, sc 29203

Richmond, VA

2500 Glen Center Street, Richmond, VA, USA

Knoxville, TN

127 Chickamauga Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA

Charlotte, NC

2401 Nevada Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, USA

National & Online Sales

1303 East Geer Street, Durham, NC, USA

Corporate Office

2102 Fay St, Durham, NC 27704, USA

Associations & Partners

The Leader in Rental, Sales, Installation & Service Since 1947

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