Next Level Mobility Solutions with Gateway Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp

Not every residence is wheelchair accessible. You can make your house wheelchair accessible with a few renovations and additions. A ramp is essential if you or someone you care about is in a wheelchair or rides a scooter. It's critical to choose and install the correct wheelchair ramp. The greatest wheelchair ramp is chosen based on more than simply the cost of purchase and installation. When choosing the best wheelchair ramp, consider the ease of maintenance, the structure's durability, and the flexibility to adapt the ramp as required. If it is going to be a permanent addition, you would like for it to be aesthetically pleasing as well.  When it comes to selecting the ideal wheelchair ramp for your house, all these considerations are equally vital. Aluminum ramps give the greatest alternatives, adaptability, and little maintenance when it comes to picking the finest wheelchair ramp.

Construction Varieties

Our Gateway Aluminum Wheelchair ramps are made of several materials, with rubber and aluminum being the most prevalent. While they both attempt to increase access to a house or structure, there are several key distinctions that may influence your choice of one over the other. Wood is expensive, time-consuming to install, tends to degrade over time, and needs regular upkeep. When you sum it all up, it's difficult to justify spending so much for a long-term solution that isn't completely secure or long term for that matter. Aluminum makes more sense whether for the short term or as a permanent solution. An aluminum ramp with handrails is the best option for seniors who are feeble, wobbly on their feet, or have balance issues. Access to dwellings might be difficult if they need a mobility device, must climb stairwells, or must cross slopes. Ramps are available in two types: permanent and temporary. They're composed of aluminum, have a high traction surface to prevent slippage, have a lifetime guarantee, and can hold up to 800 pounds. If you're thinking about having a permanent ramp constructed for your home or business, you have two options: aluminum or wood.

Handrails on Portable Wheelchair Ramps

Our lightweight and sturdy portable handrail wheelchair ramps are ideal for use on a temporary basis and then transferring or storing when not in use, or for use on a more permanent basis. They're ideal for giving wheelchair and walker users temporary and permanent access to houses and much more. Take a look at the other important characteristics of these ramps.

Handrails Add Another Layer of Protection

Handrails may offer security and support to ramps, allowing wheelchair users, powerchairs, scooters and walkers access in a variety of situations. Handrail ramps for houses and other residential structures, as well as business and public properties, construction sites, and more are all available. We have Gateway Aluminum Wheelchair Access Ramp with Handrails which are intended to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility devices while being incredibly adaptable.

Installing a wheelchair ramp is a simple and cost-effective way to make your house or business facility more accessible to wheelchair users. However, handrails may be required to make your wheelchair ramp usable by persons with varied degrees of handicap.  In some localities and under certain circumstances they may even be required by code or law.

Handrails on wheelchair ramps offer easy handholds while also preventing wheelchair users from going down the ramp's sides. If you create a wheelchair ramp outside a commercial facility, you may also be required to install sufficient handrails, and incorrect handrails might expose your company to litigation and other enforcement actions.

Why Use Aluminum Handrails on a Wheelchair Ramp?

Aluminum ramp handrails are a great option if you need a new wheelchair ramp. A wheelchair access ramp made of aluminum with handrails might be a potential solution to your access challenges. Aluminum wheelchair ramp handrails have various benefits over steel, plastic, or wood handrails due to its unique qualities. For ultimate safety from start to finish, choose a maintenance-free, non-slip surface and continuous handrails with smooth elbow connectors. They're ideal for providing wheelchair and walker users with temporary and permanent access to houses and much more. The following are just a few of the advantages of using aluminum handrails on wheelchair ramps.

Most wheelchair ramps are placed in open areas with little or no protection from the weather. Collisions with large, powered wheelchairs may also severely destroy wheelchair ramp handrails. As a result, any wheelchair ramp handrail system must be sturdy and lasting, and aluminum handrails are more than capable.

Aluminum handrails like Gateway Aluminum Wheelchair Access Ramp with Handrails, unlike steel and wrought iron railings, are virtually impervious to rust and corrosion. Anti-rust surface treatments, such as paints or galvanized coatings, are not required. Instead, when metal comes into contact with air, it forms an aluminum oxide layer on the surface, which acts as a natural anti-rust covering.

Aluminum handrails are great for both outdoor and indoor wheelchair ramps because of their physical robustness and corrosion resistance. You can expect your handrails to survive for years with very little maintenance if they are created by a reputable metal fabrication provider.

A steel or concrete wheelchair ramp may seem utilitarian on its own, so adding elegant handrails might help to mitigate the ramp's negative aesthetic effect. Aluminum railings can give a touch of sophistication to any wheelchair ramp, particularly if you pick a bespoke design from an aluminum fabrication business.

Railings made of chromed or brushed metal go well with the minimalist style of many contemporary business buildings. If you want your ramp railings to stand out, they may be painted or powder coated in a range of colorful and long-lasting colors, which is perfect for wheelchair ramps outside of schools. Aluminum railings, even if they are unpainted, may be rather appealing.

Versatility

Aluminum wheelchair ramps may be customized to fit through any doorway. They may also be simply re-configured if you move or need to transfer the ramp to another entry to your property since they are simple to build.

The Maintenance Aspect

As previously stated, a wooden ramp has hidden costs. Because wood rots and degenerates when exposed to the outdoors and harsh weather, you'll need to paint and/or pressure treat it at least once a year, if not twice a year. Termites, rot, mold, bugs, early degradation, and climate change may all affect treated wood. Aluminum ramps, on the other hand, need minimal upkeep, with tiny dents and dings being the most typical sort of damage. Most aluminum ramps have a powder-coated surface that will withstand wear and tear, prevent rust and corrosion, and won't need to be painted or refinished. The perforated surface of many aluminum ramps with handrails enables water and other debris to flow through rather than standing on the ramp's surface. Additionally, aluminum ramps allow you to choose a surface with ridges or other high-traction patterns to lessen the chance of slipping and sliding, especially in wet or cold weather.

It's Simple to Set Up

In contrast to wood ramps, which may take two or more days to construct, installing an aluminum wheelchair ramp is simple. Your Affordable Medical Equipment expert installer can design even the most complicated ramp in less than a day. You may not even require a construction permit since aluminum wheelchair ramps are often considered temporary buildings.

Safety Features Not Included

There are possibly some more safety elements that should be considered as well. Non-skid surfaces, safety edges on the sides, level transition plates, water drainage holes, handrails, and suitable leg supports in the correct locations should all be included in your ramp.

Purchase a High-Quality Ramp

When deciding between permanent and transportable ramps, the consumer's requirements must be considered. Your choices, circumstances, and intended usage all impact the kind of ramp you choose. Aluminum ramps offer a strong traction surface to avoid slipping, a lifetime guarantee, and the ability to handle a substantial amount of weight. Ramps may be made to accommodate any kind of home or business entry. As with any equipment, selecting the right ramp for the job or region is crucial to ensuring a positive end that keeps you safe and happy for years to come.

Find the most suitable and safe ramp for your requirements. With the Aluminum Wheelchair Access Ramp, you can be certain that your house will be properly, totally, and securely accessible. When you're searching for a company to help you with your purchase, trust the expertise of Affordable Medical Equipment. This American-made modular system includes ramps, steps, and platforms that can be joined and constructed in a number of ways to give a unique fit for your house. We specialize in customizing high-quality aluminum wheelchair access ramps with railings to fit your needs, lifestyle, and budget. Let's chat about which choice is best for you. Visit our website to view our whole ramp collection, or follow us on social media to keep up to date on all you need to know. Above all, be sure that any portable ramp you choose is correctly constructed and tested before using it. First and foremost, your safety!