Floor prop and push-pull prop hire
Propping and support for formwork and casting. Floor props carry the formwork, push-pull props hold wall elements in place.
2 models for hire
The number and placement depend on the load and span, and must be calculated — not guessed. If you have a plan from the designer, tell us what it requires and we'll pick the right number.
Useful before you hire
- Minimum rental is one day. Weekend rental runs from Friday 15:00 to Monday 08:00, at a discounted price.
- Insurance and return inspection are charged in addition to the rental — see rental prices.
- Collect it yourself or have it delivered. We deliver throughout Norway — see transport.
- Instruction is included on collection and delivery. See also the rental terms.
Not sure what you need?
Call +47 948 87 000 and describe the job. We will tell you which machine is right, and whether it is available when you need it.
Floor prop or push-pull prop?
Floor props stand vertically and carry the formwork under a slab, a beam or a balcony while the concrete cures. They are also used for temporary support when a load-bearing wall or beam is to be removed.
Push-pull props stand at an angle and hold wall formwork and wall elements in place and plumb. The props are fixed to the element and to the slab or foundation, and adjusted until the wall stands straight. If you are both casting a slab and raising walls, you need both.
Choose the length by the height you need to reach
The MP 350 and Schake 35 suit normal storey heights in housing. The MP 480 reaches 2.60 to 4.80 metres and handles taller rooms, basements with high ceilings and garages. Measure from the base to the underside of the formwork, and subtract the beams that will sit on top of the prop.
The push-pull props come in three lengths: RSK 3 at 180–320 cm, RSK 4 at 260–400 cm and RSK 6 at 460–600 cm. The taller the element, the longer the prop you need to get a sensible angle.
A longer prop takes less load
A prop that is extended a long way takes less load than a short one. You can see this on the push-pull props: the RSK 3 takes 40 kN at its shortest length and 15.4 kN when fully extended. The RSK 6 goes from 24.6 down to 12.5 kN. So choose a prop where the height you need is well within the adjustment range, not right at the limit.
How many props you need and how closely they should be spaced must be calculated from the load and span. Place the props on a firm base. On soil, gravel or frozen ground they need something underneath that spreads the pressure.
Order everything for the pour in one go
The push-pull props weigh from 19 kg (RSK 3) to 38 kg (RSK 6), so there is a lot to carry when you need many. Have them delivered with our own transport, ideally together with scaffolding and the rest of the equipment for the job.
Questions and answers
How many floor props do I need?
It must be calculated from the load and span. If you have a plan from the designer, tell us what it requires and we'll pick the right number.
What is the difference between a floor prop and a push-pull prop?
Floor props stand vertically and carry slabs and beams. Push-pull props stand at an angle and hold walls and wall formwork in place and plumb.
Why does a long prop take less load?
The further the prop is extended, the more easily it bends. The RSK 3 takes 40 kN at its shortest length, but only 15.4 kN fully extended.
Can floor props be used when a wall is to be removed?
Yes, for temporary support. Where they should stand and how many are needed should be decided by whoever has done the calculations for the job.