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Acrow GASS
General Product Information

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Important
The safe use and application of the Acrow GASS
system must be in accordance with Australian
Standard AS 3610 Formwork for Concrete,
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations,
approved industry codes of practice and relevant
regulatory authority requirements.
Any illustrations in the assembly configurations are
minimum guidelines only.
The combined use of the Acrow GASS system with
equipment from other suppliers may entail performance
problems and therefore requires a design check and/or
verification by AF&S Engineering Department.
Acrow can provide appropriate safe work method
statement for assembly and dismantling of the Acrow
GASS system to suit the specific design and project.
Contact Acrow for such information.

Safety Warning
This warning is to draw the users attention to possible
musculoskeletal disorder as a result of manual
handling during assembly and dismantling of Acrow
GASS components. It is recommended that users
of the Acrow GASS system employ and implement
appropriate procedures and control measures to
eliminate or control any risk of Musculoskeletal
disorder/injury while manually handling Acrow GASS
components. Refer to Code of Practice on manual
handling published by local Workcover Authority or
other approved and recognised guidelines for correct
and appropriate manual handling procedures.

Product Features
Acrow GASS Aluminium Shoring System is a lightweight
shoring system that provides a fast, efficient and
versatile falsework structure with the benefit of providing
load capacity up to 140kN. The primary product
attributes of GASS are:
• Provision of load capacity up to 140kN
• Light weight and easy to erect
• The ability to brace at 45 degree angles
• Can provide bay size up to 3 meters on light
commercial applications
• Ideally suited to “table form” applications along with
conventional strike and fix flexibility.
In addition the high strength light weight Acrow GASS
system is easy to erect and dismantle leading to
significant labour savings on site.
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1 Photographs/illustrations shown within this brochure are intended as expressing the diversity and possible applications of the product and as such must not be used as
Disclaimer

assembly instructions.
2 In line with Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Pty Ltd’s commitment to continuous product development and improvement, the information contained in this brochure may be
changed without notice.
3 Every effort has been made to give appropriate guidelines for the use of this product, however, Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss
or damage suffered by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of this information.
Should the users require any further information or guidance, they are encouraged to contact their local Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Pty Ltd outlet.
GASS is SGB Harsco product distributed by Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding under Acrow GASS.
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Outer Legs
The Outer Leg extrusion has eight slots
which allows attachment of Bracing Frames
in multiple directions. The end plates
have interlocking features that eliminates
eccentricity. The spring loaded latch at the
bottom of the Outer Leg provides means of
securing the Inner leg to Outer.

Outer Leg 4670 GHOUT467 22.1

Outer Leg 3580 GHOUT358 17.4
Outer Leg 2490 GHOUT249 12.7
Outer Leg 1400 GHOUT140 8.0

Safety
Latch

Acrow GASS Extension Legs

Extension Legs allow to extent the height of the
legs. Where used the serration’s on the edges
of the end plates must match each other.
4- M12 x 65 Grade 8.8 bolts and nuts with
washers are required for each connection.
Section AA
Extension Leg 4670 GHEXT467 23.6
Extension Leg 3580 GHEXT358 18.9
Extension Leg 2490 GHEXT249 14.2
Extension Leg 1400 GHEXT140 9.5
Extension Leg 500 GHEXT050 5.6

4-M12x65 Gr. 8.8 bolts and

Section AA
nuts with washers.

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For joining Outer Legs and
Extension Legs, the
serration patterns on end
plates must mate and
interlock.
Outer Leg Head plate Detail
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Inner Legs (Adjustable Jacks)
Provide adjustment for Outer Leg up to
1314mm. The stem has a removable nut
restraint screw to prevent over extension and
ensure minimum engagement into the Outer
Leg.

Inner leg 1680 GHINL168 10.2

Inner leg 780 GHINL078 5.5

Acrow GASS Spanner

Used to release the collar of the Inner Leg. GLLSP001 8.0

To ease stripping of GASS Inner Legs when under load, the

GASS Spanner locks around the collar of the Inner Leg and
promotes a safe and controller release.
An extension arm can be provided for additional torque but
maximum torque applied shall not exceed 1kNm.
Required Torque for a GASS Nut when loaded in compression
with 140kN is about 1kNm.
The Torque of 1kNm equates to approx. 100kg being applied to
the handle 1 meter from the leg centre or 50 kg being applied
2 metres away from the leg centre (i.e. Spanner used with an
scaffold tube).

Do NOT use a hammer to tighten

or release GASS collars.

Note: Care should be taken when

carrying or operating the GASS
Spanner at height.
It is strongly recommended that
athorough risk assessment
be carried out.

Acrow GASS Rocking Head / Base Plate

Caters for slopes of up to 15°.

Rocking Head / Base Plate MKI GHRHBP 8.3

Rocking Head / Base Plate MKII GHRHBP2 8.8

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4-M12x65 Gr. 8.8 bolts and
nuts with washers
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Bracing Frames
 ach Bracing Frame is secured in place with
E
four wedge connections. The wedge system
has a visible feature for ease of correct
installation identification. The top cord of the
Bracing Frame provides guardrailing when
Access Platforms are used.

Bracing Frame 3000 GHGTE300 15.8

Bracing Frame 2400 GHGTE240 13.4
Bracing Frame 1800 GHGTE180 10.3
Bracing Frame 1200 GHGTE120 9.4

Wedge connections

1) E
 nsure the wedge is
in released position
before it is offered to
the Outer Leg.
2) The Bracing Frame
is offered to the
Outer Leg and
each wedge is
pushed up.
3) The wedge
mechanism inserts
the locking bolt into
the Outer Leg slot.
4) The wedge is
turned 90 degrees
to engage the bolt
in the slot.
5) The wedge is
hammered in to
lock the bolt in the
slot.

Acrow GASS Single Guard Rails

Used only to provide guard railing (not to
be used for attachment of fall prevention
equipment).

Guard Rail 3000 GHSGR30 5.7

Guard Rail 2400 GHSGR24 5.0
Guard Rail 1800 GHSGR18 4.3
Guard Rail 1500 GHSGR15 3.9
Guard Rail 1200 GHSGR12 3.6

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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Cantilever Frames
Used with Handrail Post to provide access
along the edge of the formwork.

Cantilever Frame 1200 GHCLB120 7.2

Cantilever Frame 930 GHCLB093 5.7

Acrow GASS Handrail Post GHHRP001 5.5

Used with Cantilever Frames to provide
guardrailing comprising scaffold tubes.

Acrow GASS Access Platforms

Used between Bracing Frames to provide
access. Each has locking mechanism to
ensure resistance against wind loads.

Access Platform 3000 GLPLT300 23.0

Access Platform 2400 GLPLT240 19.0
Access Platform 1800 GLPLT180 16.4

Acrow GASS Access Platform Trapdoors

Used to provides an opening for ladders.

Access Platform Trapdoor 3000 GAPTD300 26.2

Access Platform Trapdoor 2400 GAPTD240 19.9

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Access Platform Trapdoor 1800 GAPTD180 15.3
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Infill Decks
Infill Decks are used to cover gaps between
Access Platforms in adjacent bays. They are
secured to Outer Legs using Deck Retainers.

Infill Deck 3000 GID300 13.3

Infill Deck 2400 GID240 10.5
Infill Deck 1800 GID180 7.8
Infill Deck 1200 GID120 5.1

Acrow GASS Infill Deck Retainer GIDR 0.3

Used to secure Infill Decks to Outer Legs.
Two are required per Infill Deck.

Acrow GASS Ring Bolt Soldier Clamp GHHSB001 0.5

Used to connect Slim-Max Soldiers to legs.
Two Clamps are required per leg.

Acrow GASS T-Bolt Clamp (head to beam) GHHBB001 0.4

Used to connect Aluminium Beams to legs.
Two Clamps are required per leg.

Acrow GASS Ring Bolt Clamp (head to head) GHHRB001 0.3

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Used to connect legs end plates together. Four
Clamps are required per connection.
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Advanced Guardrail
Used as a temporary guardrail. They are
clamped to both cords of the Bracing Frames
to provide edge protection from level below
(not to be used for attachment of fall prevention
equipment).

Advanced Guardrail 1655 GHAGR165 11

Advanced Guardrail 1065 GHAGR106 9.5

Acrow GASS Leg Joining Spigot GLJS 2.1

Acrow GASS Leg Safety Catch GHLSC 0.6

Acrow GASS Leg Bracing Coupler GHLBC001 TBA

TITAN T-Bolt Clamp

Bracing Coupler Fixed to

GASS Leg

8 Acrow GASS Universal Clamp GHUC001 0.6

Connects secondary beams to primary beams.
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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Universal Anchor Clamp GHUAC001 0.3
Used to clamp Aluminium beams to each other
or to Slim-Max Soldiers.

Acrow GASS Jack Bracing Collar GHJBR001 1.5

Used to connect Diagonal Brace to Inner Legs.

Acrow GASS Jack Guardrail Collar GHGC001 1.1

Used to attach top chord of Bracing Frame or
Single Guard Rail to jacks.

Acrow GASS Corner Brace GHCB TBA

Used to ensure that each corner is erected
with thru 90 degrees angles and is square.

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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow GASS Lifting Trolley (Standard) GHLTS001 188
Used to move assembled units around.

Acrow GASS Lifting Trolley (Low Level) GHLTLL001 188

Similar to Standard type but the trolley can be
tipped over into its back.

Acrow GASS Castor Shoe

They are attached to underside of legs and
used to move assembled units around on a
level and smooth surface for a short distance.

Caster Shoe 200

Caster Shoe 250 GHCS200 9.8
GHCS250 12.0

M12 Bolt

1. Strike GASS Leg

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2. Slide Castor Plate Onto Baseplate
3. Engage Bolt Into Slot Of Baseplate

Acrow GASS Castor Wheel GHCWH001 1.5

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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

Acrow Gass Trolley Unit
Used in conjunction with Trolley Inner to move
assembled towers around on a level and
smooth surface for a short distance.

Acrow Gass Trolley Outer GHTO001 12.5

Acrow Gass Trolley Inner GHTI001 15.5

Acrow Gass Trolley

Unit clamps to
Trolley Outer Trolley Inner Bracing Frames
with Half Couplers

Acrow GASS T225 Aluminium Beam

Used mostly as a primary beam.

T225 Al Beam 1500 GHSAB15 8.9kg/m

T225 Al Beam 1600 GHSAB16 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 1800 GHSAB18 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 2000 GHSAB20 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 2100 GHSAB21 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 2400 GHSAB24 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 2700 GHSAB27 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 3000 GHSAB30 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 3200 GHSAB32 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 3600 GHSAB36 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 3700 GHSAB37 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 4200 GHSAB42 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 4600 GHSAB46 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 4800 GHSAB48 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 5000 GHSAB50 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 5200 GHSAB52 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 5400 GHSAB54 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 6000 GHSAB60 8.9kg/m
T225 Al Beam 6400 GHSAB64 8.9kg/m

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 Updated October 2012
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