marquee weight Hire
Block Aid can provide ballast for any temporary structure, from pop-ups and gazebos right up to temporary warehouses.
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Features & Benefits
- Versatile - use on ground that cannot be staked
- Support any structure, weights range from 50kg - 3000kg
- Covers for 100KG - 1000KG weights, including Multi Block
- Black or white 3m ratchet straps available
- Marquee weights supplied with matting if required
- Electric, manual and all-terrain pump trucks supplied
DELIVERING OUR BLOCKS
Our unique range of equipment means we can deliver our marquee weights almost anywhere - on any terrain.
BLOCK SPECIFICATIONS
Click here to see a list of block sizes available to secure your marquee or temporary structure.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions about our marquee weights, fencing, delivery and related services.
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See our marquee weights in action below! We have completed hundreds of projects across the UK.
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WHY BLOCK AID?
- RAPID DEPLOYMENT - ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
- DELIVERY TO ALMOST ANY TERRAIN
- WE OWN ALL BLOCKS & EQUIPMENT
- COMPLETE START TO FINISH SERVICE
- NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL
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From a single block to a national event, you can rely on our experience and facilities to deliver anywhere in the UK.
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Marquee Weights - Sizes & Specifications (in mm)
Depending on the size of your marquee or temporary structure, any suitable combination of the blocks below can be used to secure it.
50KG - 350 x 350 x 175mm
1500KG - 1750 x 500 x 750mm
100KG - 800 x 265 x 250mm
2250KG - 2500 x 500 x 750mm (RDB MK1)
200KG - 800 x 350 x 350mm
2400KG - 3000 x 450 x 750mm (RDB MK2)
500KG - 800 x 440 x 650mm
3000KG - 1300 x 1000 x 1000mm
1000KG - 1170 x 500 x 750mm
5000KG - 4250 x 700 x 750mm (RDB XL)
1000KG - 1000 x 1000 x 500mm (Multi Block)
MARQUEE WEIGHT FAQ
How Much Weight Do You Need To Hold Down A Marquee?
The amount of weight needed to hold down a marquee is dependent on the size of the marquee itself, as larger marquees have a larger surface area for the wind to act upon, and so require more weight to keep them safe.
This question is one of the most commonly asked questions and unfortunately it is not one we are able to answer. Due to the many variables between structures, terrain, weather conditions etc. you will need to speak to the manufacturer of your product for their recommended ‘safe weight per leg’ calculations and take the location and forecast weather into consideration too.
Alternatively you can seek advice from a structural engineer.
How quickly can your marquee weights be with me?
We offer a fast and reliable delivery service, day and night. Please contact us for more information.
How many blocks can I have delivered at once?
If the customer can unload the vehicle at site, we can deliver a maximum weight of 27,000 KG on a single artic lorry. This equates to approximately:
- 135 x 200KG ballast blocks
- 54 x 500KG ballast blocks
- 27 x 1000KG ballast blocks
If Block Aid unload the blocks at site we can carry 22,000 KG, which equates to approximately:
- 110 x 200KG ballast blocks
- 44 x 500KG ballast blocks
- 22 x 1000KG ballast blocks
This load may be reduced if the HIAB or a JCB is required.
How do i position the blocks once your driver has left?
Our driver will supply you with one of our specially made pump trucks to move the ballast blocks into their final positions.
Do you have anything to cover the concrete blocks
Yes! We can supply black or white covers for our blocks from the 100kg size through to and including the 1000kg ballast block. We also have white covers for our 1000kg Kentledge Multi block.
Do you have straps?
Yes, we can supply black or white straps, which are 3 metres long.
How are the weights collected?
Weights will be collected from the point of delivery at the end of the hire period.