Folding Access Ramps

Folding access ramps are a type of portable access ramps which are intended for semi-permanent or even intermittent use especially when space can be a restriction.  Folding access ramps as its name suggests are designed so as to be folded for either storage or transportation purposes.  Folding access ramps can either be folded in half or folded more than once.  As such there are several folding access ramps available.

Single-fold access ramps are similar to suitcase access ramps in that both these folding access ramps are folded in half when not in use.  Probably the major difference between these two folding access ramps would be that suitcase access ramps are notoriously compact compared to any other folding access ramp.  These two types of folding access ramps are basically folding access ramps that can be folded in half. 

Typically, these folding access ramps are made out of anodized aluminum that is not only lightweight but also durable, rust resistant and can also take extreme weather changes.  The surface of these folding access ramps are usually lined with rubber or a rubber-like material to ensure that the surface is non-skid for better traction.  Folding access ramps that can be folded in half will usually have a carrying handle and in some cases a carrying case to go with it for added convenience in portability. 

These folding access ramps are relatively compact in size especially when compared to the other varieties of folding access ramps thus allowing for easy storage, quick installation and trouble-free movement.  Folding access ramps that fold in half can usually take a relative amount of weight and are also quite affordable with prices starting from slightly under USD $100.00.

There are also folding access ramps that consist of three or more panels that can be folded into three (or more).  These folding access ramps are almost always longer and wider than folding access ramps that can be folded in half.  As such, folding access ramps like these can even be used as a semi-permanent access ramp simply by drilling holes into the ground where these access ramps are to be placed.  The folding access ramp should then be screwed into position once unfolded.  Should there be a need to remove this access ramp, the screws can easily be unscrewed and the folding access ramp is portable once more. 

Multiple folding access ramps are ideal for use with vehicles as well as since they consist of more than two panels, they are usually more sturdy than their single folding access ramp counterparts.  There are many varieties of multiple folding access ramps with prices varying with the width, length and overall size of the access ramp.  Starting prices for these types of folding access ramps usually start at USD $200.00, which is more expensive than single folding access ramps.

Folding access ramps that cater for bariatric wheelchairs however will undoubtedly cost more regardless of whether they are designed to fold in half or more.  This is because folding access ramps for bariatric wheelchairs or powerchairs can hold considerably more weight compared to any other access ramp and as such will usually cost more.  Prices can start from at least USD $300.00 upwards.  One should keep in mind that bariatric folding access ramps are the sturdiest type of folding access ramps available.