Some Features of a folding ramp

A folding ramp is normally made from aluminium and the surface is lined with a slip resistant high traction tape and will support loads of up to six hundred pounds. To stop you from falling of the edges is two inch kerb. The aluminium folding ramp comes in various lengths and for more details can be found on the internet.

Before buying your portable wheelchair ramp you should consult an expert or specialist who cans advice you on what type of ramp you will need to suit your condition. They will understand your needs and find the best solution.

Wheelchairs vary from a single fold to multi fold ramp, you will find a folding ramp will have predrilled holes on the top of the ramp to allow you to install pins to secure the ramp at the desired location. All wheelchair ramps from the Us will come with a full one year warranty.

A with the single fold the multi fold ramp can be carried like a suitcase too. The last two folds of the ramp will come with auto lock which will fix the ramp in location, no clips or lock is required. So just fold and transport to your next location.

The bariatric ramp is also a folding wheelchair ramp and comes in a portable multi fold. The top of the ramp will mound the rear of the van and secured firm. These ramps are great for loading and removing too.

Aluminium is the choice of ramp makers alike due to its durability, even so it costs more than say wood and it is maintenance free and more cost effective solution for folding wheelchair ramps.

Ramp can start at around 3 to 5 foot in length and are very compact and roll you into a small cylinder, they come with rigid side rails that make the ram stable for your climb. The weight of these type ramps is very minimum but a disadvantage is that they only can climb at most 2 steps.

A suitcase ramp or single fold ramps are another alternative, they will take up more space when they become longer as they fold up in half. They are a sturdy and lightweight with a good weight capacity and are good for average height and incline.

Multi-fold portable wheelchair ramp folds into 4 sections can be longer than the suitcase style ramp, these ramps are heavy duty and can be up to 12 foot in length and are much heavier than other portable ramps and are able to climb over high inclines than others.

Adjustable-length track ramps, or telescoping ramps, some with extended lengths of up to 10 feet. This allows the same ramp to be conveniently carried and used to cover tall thresholds and short steps. They come in sets of two tracks, each one to be placed under the wheel of a manual wheelchair. Power scooters and power-base wheelchairs with six wheels cannot use this system because the wheels will not fit in the tracks, but for the right type of wheelchair these tracks are extremely light-weight and portable. The weight capacity is lower than that of a folding wheelchair ramp.

If you can measure the height that you require and the length of room available you can call the manufacturer who will recommend the correct ramp for your situation, you may also find the details on some websites. Temporary wheelchair ramps come in a variety of length and sizes to cater for most situations.