JDC Scaffolding

About JDC Scaffolding

JDC Scaffolding is a specialist provider of bespoke access and temporary works solutions, supporting construction projects across London and the Home Counties.

Established with a strong focus on technical delivery and safety, the business provides:

• Bespoke scaffolding design
• Temporary access systems
• Weather protection structures
• Engineering-led scaffold solutions

With an in-house design capability and experience delivering complex projects, JDC regularly develops new methods to meet challenging construction requirements.

The Challenge

JDC Scaffolding continually develops new structural designs and installation methods to support complex construction projects.

However, like many engineering-led businesses, identifying which activities qualify as R&D for tax purposes can be difficult.

The company required specialist support to:

• Identify eligible R&D activities within day-to-day projects
• Capture the associated technical and financial details
• Present development work clearly to meet HMRC requirements
• Maximise the value of their claim while minimising disruption to operations

Without specialist guidance, significant qualifying work risked being overlooked.

The Solution

SAS R&D worked closely with JDC’s engineering and project teams to review technical developments carried out across multiple scaffolding projects.

Through structured technical interviews and financial analysis, qualifying R&D activity was identified in areas such as:

Bespoke Scaffold Design

Development of new scaffold configurations to address site-specific structural challenges.

These projects required:

• Designing safe access structures under restricted conditions
• Calculating load tolerances and stability
• Testing new installation approaches to improve efficiency and safety

Each project demanded technical problem-solving beyond standard industry practice.

Installation Method Improvements

Refinement of installation techniques to improve project delivery efficiency and safety.

This included:

• Developing new sequencing methods
• Reducing installation time on complex structures
• Improving operational safety across challenging environments

These innovations helped streamline project execution and reduce risk.

The Results

Following the technical and financial review:

• Multiple qualifying R&D projects were identified
• Previously unclaimed innovation activity was captured
• JDC Scaffolding secured significant R&D tax relief funding

This financial support enabled the company to:

• Continue investing in advanced scaffold design
• Improve operational efficiency
• Support continued business growth

Most importantly, the process was delivered with minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.