Steel Prop/
Shoring Post
Adjustable Steel Props, commonly known as Shoring Posts or Acrow Props, are indispensable components for temporary support during any construction, repair, or renovation project. Their primary function is critical: to hold up massive loads, including curing concrete ceiling slabs, heavy beams, and essential formwork structures, before the permanent structural elements can bear their own weight.
At GCC Scaffolding, we understand that in shoring, failure is catastrophic. That is why we supply only heavy-duty, certified Steel Props meticulously engineered for maximum reliability. Our products offer unparalleled stability, precise adjustability, and guaranteed load-bearing capacity, ensuring total structural integrity during the most vulnerable phases of construction. When you select GCC, you are choosing a partner dedicated to providing the secure vertical support that your team and your entire project depend on.
Safety Compliance Guaranteed
We supply only certified equipment, ensuring your site meets all regulatory requirements and passes inspection.
Vast Inventory
We maintain large stock levels across our range, ensuring we can supply high volumes for large-scale projects immediately.
Expert Advice
Not sure which plank is right for your unique load requirements? Our technical team is available to advise on the correct product selection.
Key Features & Quality Assurance
GCC Steel Props are engineered for maximum reliability, ease of use, and compliance with high safety standards.
- Precision Adjustment: Features a robust inner tube and outer tube, connected by a heavy-duty prop nut and collar. This design allows for quick coarse adjustment using the pin, and fine-tuning via the threaded collar for millimetre-perfect height settings.
- High Load Capacity: Built to withstand substantial vertical compression loads, ensuring structural integrity during critical curing phases.
- Fast Erection: The simple pin and hole system allows for rapid initial setup, significantly speeding up the shoring process on site.
- Foot Plate: Equipped with robust, welded head and base plates for stable surface contact and easy connection to beams, formwork, or sole plates.
Configuration
| Light duty - Spanish Prop (Wall Thickness: 1.4-2.5mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Height | Max Height | Inner Tube | Outer Tube |
| 1.6 m | 3 m | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| 0.8 m | 1.4 m | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| 1.8 m | 3.2 m | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| 2 m | 3.6 m | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| 2.2 m | 4 m | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| Light duty - Italian Prop (Wall Thickness: 1.4-2.75mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Height | Max Height | Inner Tube | Outer Tube |
| 1.6 m | 3 m | 48 mm | 56 mm |
| 1.8 m | 3.2 m | 48 mm | 56 mm |
| 2 m | 3.6 m | 48 mm | 56 mm |
| 2.2 m | 4 m | 48 mm | 56 mm |
| Heavy duty - Middle East Prop (Wall Thickness: 1.4-4mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Height | Max Height | Inner Tube | Outer Tube |
| 1.7 m | 3 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 1.8 m | 3.2 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 2 m | 3.6 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 2.2 m | 4 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 3 m | 5 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| Push-Pull Prop/ Triangle Prop (Wall Thickness: 1.4-4mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Height | Max Height | Inner Tube | Outer Tube |
| 1.6 m | 2.9 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 1.8 m | 3.2 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 2 m | 3.6 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 2.2 m | 4.1 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
| 3 m | 5 m | 48 mm | 60 mm |
Tripod
Sleeve
Fork Head
Square & Flower Plate
Standard Prop Pin with Chain
Spring-Loaded Prop Pin
Simple Steel Prop Pin
Square & Flower Plate
Heavy-Duty Cast Prop Nut
Sleeve
G-Lock Prop Nut
Drop-Forged Prop Nut
Here are the answers to your questions
What is the primary safety standard for GCC Steel Props?
Our steel props are rigorously manufactured and tested to comply with the definitive European standard, EN 1065. This standard ensures they meet specific performance, material, and load-bearing requirements, providing verifiable safety certification for your project.
What is the difference between the 'prop nut' and the 'pin' in terms of adjustment?
The pin is used for coarse adjustment, setting the rough height by aligning the pin holes on the inner and outer tubes. The prop nut (or threaded collar) is then rotated for fine adjustment, allowing you to set the prop height precisely and apply the necessary pre-load tension to the structure.
How do I know the correct size and maximum load capacity for my shoring needs?
The capacity varies significantly depending on the prop’s size (e.g., Size 0 to Size 4) and its extension height. You must refer to the certified load tables and charts (available on our site, linked to EN 1065) for the exact model you are using, as load capacity decreases as the prop is extended.
Are GCC Steel Props suitable for supporting heavy concrete formwork?
Yes, they are specifically designed for falsework applications, including supporting heavy concrete slab and beam formwork. Their high-strength steel and precise adjustment capability make them the ideal temporary vertical support system for concrete curing.
Should I choose a painted/powder-coated finish or hot-dipped galvanized for my props?
For maximum longevity and the best long-term return on investment, we recommend the Hot-Dipped Galvanized finish. This process offers superior resistance to corrosion, ensuring the structural integrity of the prop is maintained, even when exposed to continuous moisture and site damage.