Vehicle Access Ramps

In order to decide what vehicle access ramps options you can consider, it is a good move to talk to one of the companies who specialize in solutions for wheelchair or scooter users. There are some specialist companies who are able to address a wide range of vehicle makes, models and others who concentrate on a more limited number. In most cases, these manufacturers and installers should be able to provide useful practical advice and explain the various options available for the vehicle you own.

Choosing a lightweight ramp

The most economic vehicle access ramps are ultra lightweight and are made of aluminum. They are perfectly suitable for loading electric wheelchairs, as well as scooters onto the vehicles. As their purpose is to be used as mobility vehicle access ramps, they need to be able to fold up once used and come with sufficiently small folded dimensions to fit into a small car. Look out for professional design features and in particular, vehicle access ramps that have a non slip surface and quality paint finish. These types of ramp are ideal as the user will not have the problem of lifting and maneuvering heavy wheelchairs and scooters, this will also reduce the risk of damage to mishandling to a minimum. Usually, the ramp lengths are between 1680mm and 2135mm, but if you have a special requirement, a professional manufacturer will be able to provide a custom design.

Strong folding ramps

A second option is for folding ramps that divide into sections for easy storage. Always select vehicle access ramps that can be split vertically and are manufactured with strong connecting bolts to make sure that they hold firm. A number of manufacturers offer ramps that when dismantled can be carried with a comfortable suitcase like handle. These types of ramps are perfectly suitable for handling the loading of 3-wheel and 4-wheel scooters as well as wheelchairs. Lengths are similar to the ultra lightweight vehicle access ramps; once again custom production of other lengths is quite possible if you use a quality manufacturer.

Minivan solutions

Vehicle access ramps, in the case of minivans or ambulances, emphasize on the quality of the strength of the vehicle access ramps. These vehicle access ramps will be used frequently every day in many cases and so the ramps have to be able to withstand all the stresses of frequent use. A store and fold ramp can be installed in a vehicle where vision through the rear window is not a requirement. These vehicle access ramps will be designed to stand the load of the scooter or wheelchair including its user, as well as a care assistant, who will transit with them. Favorite materials for manufacture are high quality aluminum and a slip proof ramp finish.

Sometimes known as clearview ramps, these vehicle access ramps are designed for rear loading and once used, fold down using a gas powered hydraulic mechanism for convenient storage under the rear seats. These vehicle access ramps, once installed, they still allow the vehicle driver to have visibility from the rear view mirror.