Mobility Ramps
When it comes to installing wheelchair ramps you can never go wrong with an aluminum wheelchair ramp. The lightweight, heavy-duty material is perfect for both permanent and temporary applications, making it the most appropriate choice for most occasions. Building a mobility ramp into your home or business building provides years of secure, safe, and maintenance-free access into your home or business building for people with limited mobility. Rescue Supply also offers portable wheelchair ramps for when youāre traveling or simply out and about during the day. No matter where you go, these products ensure that you have optimal access to any building. Check out our selection of quality wheelchair ramps below to find the perfect one for your mobility and lifestyle needs.
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Find answers to commonly asked questions below.
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What Is A Wheelchair Ramp?
A wheelchair ramp is a sloped surface (made of aluminum, concrete, wood, or modular sections) that allows wheelchair users, scooter users, or people with walkers/canes to move between different elevations without stairs.
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What Is The Proper Slope For A Wheelchair Ramp?
The ADA-recommended maximum slope is 1:12 (1 inch of rise per 12 inches of run, or about 4.8Ā¬ā). Residential ramps can be steeper (up to 2:12 or 3:12 in some cases) if space is limited, but 1:12 is safest and required for public/commercial access.
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What Width Should A Wheelchair Ramp Be?
Minimum clear width is 36 inches (91 cm) per ADA standards. For two-way traffic or turning, 48-60 inches is recommended. Handrails (if present) cannot reduce the clear width below 36 inches between them.
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What Is The Difference Between Ramp Wheelchair And Step Wheelchair?
There is no standard product called a step wheelchair. You may be thinking of (1) standard wheelchairs used on ramps vs. (2) specialized stair-climbing wheelchairs (e.g., models with tracks or powered stair-climbing mechanisms like the Scewo Bro, TopChair-S, or iBOT) that can negotiate stairs directly instead of needing a ramp.
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What Is The Rise And Run For A Wheelchair Ramp?
Rise is the vertical height change; run is the horizontal distance. The ratio should be no steeper than 1:12 (example: 12-inch rise needs at least 12 feet of run). For every 1 inch of rise, you need 12 inches of run. Landings (flat areas) are required every 30 inches of rise or 30 feet of run.
