Modular scaffolding system

Abstract

Described herein are embodiments of an improved modular scaffolding system. Various embodiments are described herein relating to scaffolding systems wherein truss sections can be coupled together with connectors to achieve length modularity. To assemble the truss sections, each connector is positioned within an opening defined in the horizontal runners of each truss section, such that the connector extends between successive assembled sections, and the connector is further fixed to each section with one or more fasteners. Additionally, each truss section has a vertical member extending between the horizontal runners proximal the connectors in order to enable acceptable vertical loading characteristics.

1 . A modular scaffolding system comprising :
 a. first and second truss sections, each comprising at least two vertical members, a pair of horizontal runners spaced apart by the vertical members, and at least one diagonal brace, each runner of each section defining at a connection end of the respective section an elongate integral opening, one of the vertical posts of each truss section being positioned proximal to said connection end;   b. an elongate connector sized to be complementary to the respective integral openings for being received therein when the first and second truss sections are positioned with the elongate integral openings of the truss sections being opposed and adjacent; and   c. a plurality of fasteners for fixedly connecting each connector to the first and second truss sections for assembly of the scaffolding system.   
     
     
         2 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , wherein each connection end of the first and second truss sections defines two or more apertures each sized to receive therethrough a fastener, and the connector further defines apertures complimentary to the apertures of the first and second truss sections when the scaffolding system is assembled. 
     
     
         3 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 2 , wherein the vertical post positioned proximal the apertures of each truss section bisects the fastener apertures. 
     
     
         4 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , wherein the integral apertures are parallel to the runners. 
     
     
         5 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , wherein the first and second truss sections are made of tubular members. 
     
     
         6 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , wherein each fastener comprises a bolt and nut. 
     
     
         7 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , further comprising a support for fastening to a bottom surface of the assembled scaffolding system about the connector. 
     
     
         8 . The modular scaffolding system of  claim 1 , wherein the elongate connector is made of solid metal.