For property managers, architects and building owners who require safe and reliable access to facades, Vertimax delivers a complete suite of facade access solutions across Australia, including custom systems developed by leading European manufacturer GinD.
Our support extends far beyond the provision of equipment. Our team of mechanical and electrical engineers, project managers, riggers and skilled tradespeople oversee the full process including the design, installation, ongoing maintenance and modernisation of Building Maintenance Units to ensure compliance with Australian standards (such as AS/NZS 2550.13).
Central to our offering is a variety of facade-access systems, each with distinct strengths depending on the building’s architecture, height, or maintenance needs. Among the range of access solutions available via GinD and supplied by Vertimax are:
Building Maintenance Units – SJ & DJ Models
The SJ model offers a single-jib BMU designed for buildings where long outreach is required. Its versatility allows it to access nearly any section of a facade, even on complex or deeply recessed surfaces. The system can be adapted with telescopic or fixed jibs, customised platforms, hydraulic luffing, slewing rotation, and accessory winches, useful for heavy maintenance tasks such as glass replacement.
A more standard and widely used option, the DJ-type building maintenance unit features two jibs to support the cradle, achieving working heights up to 250 metres. Options for a turning platform, telescopic or removable platforms, water supply, or even load-lifting winches provide flexibility, especially for high-rise towers or structures requiring frequent maintenance.
Monorail Systems
For buildings with linear or constrained roof designs, monorail systems offer a discreet but effective method of facade access. Cradles can be parked in non-visible areas when not in use, and the system supports traversing platforms along the building perimeter which are ideal for routine cleaning and maintenance without disrupting rooftop aesthetics.
Davits
Where installing a full BMU may be impractical, davit systems present a cost-effective alternative. These are compact, lightweight support arms from which a suspended platform or cradle can be mounted. Davits are especially suited to lower-rise buildings or occasional access needs, offering an economical entry point into facade maintenance.
Gantries and Lifting Tables
For projects where BMUs need to be stored or hidden when not in use, or where loading heavy materials or equipment onto platforms is required, gantries and lifting tables can be combined with other access systems. GinD’s lifting tables, for example, can lift or lower loads up to 100 tonnes, with platform sizes and working heights (up to 10 metres) customised to the building’s needs.
What sets Vertimax’s service apart is the flexibility. We can supply standardised BMUs, but are equally ready to design and manufacture custom solutions tailored to a building’s geometry, facade complexity or heritage requirements. This bespoke capability means even uniquely shaped or architecturally ambitious buildings can be equipped with facade-access systems that do not compromise on safety, accessibility or aesthetics.
Furthermore, if an existing BMU has reached the end of its expected lifespan which is typically around 25–30 years, Vertimax can coordinate a full replacement, or a staged upgrade. This may involve re-roping, upgrading hoist and control systems, or installing modern PLC-based controls for improved reliability and safety.
Whether you’re delivering a new high-rise, overseeing an older building with ageing access equipment, or looking for a straightforward, economical facade-access solution, the pairing of GinD’s European-made access systems with Vertimax’s local expertise offers an integrated, compliant and versatile approach. With local support and global-standard systems, we provide peace of mind across operational safety and long-term asset value.
Get in touch with our experienced team to discuss the access requirements for your building project.
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