Pre-Fabrication
Components are manufactured and pre-fabricated to final dimensions before dispatch. On-site installation involves assembly rather than fabrication, which keeps timeframes predictable and reduces the labour required.
OUR SERVICES
Installation
Pre-fabricated, bolt-together assembly, no welding, no hot-works permits, predictable on-site timeframes from hours to a single shift.
Service Overview
Assembled on site
Assembled on site
without specialist trades.
The time it takes to install access equipment on a live site has real cost implications. Every hour a crew spends assembling a platform or stairway is time the site is either partially out of operation or running with a temporary access workaround. Products that arrive pre-fabricated, assemble without specialist trades and go up in a predictable timeframe make that part of the job significantly easier to plan around.
Star Aluminium products are designed for straightforward on-site installation. The bolt-together construction used across the access platform, stair and modular ranges requires only standard hand tools. There is no welding, cutting or grinding involved, which removes the need for hot-works permits and keeps installation timeframes predictable. Small setups can be assembled within a few hours. Larger crossover systems and stair towers can typically be completed within a single shift. Pre-fabricated components arrive from the factory with fitment hardware included, reducing the number of decisions that need to be made on site during assembly.
For projects that require installation support, Star Aluminium can assist with on-site guidance during the initial setup. If your site has specific assembly constraints, such as restricted access for material handling, work-at-height considerations during the build phase or a requirement to stage the installation around ongoing operations, raise this at the quote stage and the team can advise on the best approach.
The Process
Installation Process
Four characteristics that keep on-site installation fast and predictable.
Bolt-Together Assembly
No welding, cutting or grinding required. Standard hand tools only. Hot-works permits are not needed, which removes a common cause of installation delays on live industrial sites.
Minimal Disruption
Fast assembly timelines reduce the period that adjacent operations are affected. Most installations are completed within a few hours to a single shift depending on system size and complexity.
Installation Support
On-site installation guidance is available for complex projects or first-time setups. Contact the team at the quote stage to discuss support options for your specific installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Star Aluminium provide on-site installation?
Yes. Star Aluminium provides an on-site installation service for access platforms, stairs, walkways and custom access structures. The installation team is based in Victoria and Queensland and can travel to sites nationally for larger installations.
How long does installation typically take?
Most standard access platforms and stairs can be installed in a few hours to a single shift. Complex multi-level structures or large custom systems may require one to two days. An installation schedule is confirmed at the project quotation stage based on scope and site conditions.
Is hot-works or welding required during installation?
No. All Star Aluminium equipment uses a pre-fabricated bolt-together assembly system. No on-site welding, cutting or hot-works permits are required. This keeps installation timelines predictable and reduces the safety management requirements on site.
What site preparation is required before installation?
The installation team will confirm base surface requirements, fixings layout and any structural connection points during the pre-installation review. Concrete anchor or floor mounting requirements depend on the equipment type and load conditions.
Does the installation include a compliance handover?
Yes. On completion of installation, a compliance plate and handover documentation are provided. The installation team confirms the equipment is correctly assembled, load-rated and compliant with AS 1657 before signing off and departing site.