Threshold wheelchair ramps offer excellent building access for people with mobility problems, including those who use wheelchairs, walkers, and scooters. REDD Team designs and manufactures quality wheelchair ramps to provide safe doorway access where thresholds or door frames are raised above walking surfaces. We have many threshold ramps, which often makes it difficult for our clients to determine the best options. However, our trained technicians usually make a choice easy for them by offering tips and guides to help our clients choose the best aluminum threshold ramps.
Threshold Ramp Benefits
People on wheelchairs, scooters, and walkers can find even the smallest barriers hinder their mobility. For example, one of the most common physical barriers in many commercial and industrial buildings is an elevated doorway threshold between the inside and outside of a building. These seemingly small barriers can create a significant barrier for people with mobility challenges.
Height differences between walking surfaces and doorway thresholds can make entryways unsafe and inconvenient to use for all people accessing the building. Threshold ramps are inclined planes that create a smooth transition between the inside and outside of a doorway. They make it easier for individuals on scooters, walkers, and wheelchairs to move safely and freely through passages, raised landings, and doorways.
Threshold Ramp Measurements
When shopping for threshold ramps, it is essential to consider a few critical measurements before the purchase. Some measurements include the threshold height, doorway opening, and the space between the walkways. Additional measurements may need to be taken for threshold ramps for sliding doors.
An essential measurement for threshold ramps is the rise on both the inside and outside of a sliding door. In addition, consider the width of the sliding door from the inner to the outer edge. The distance between the threshold and walking surface determines your type of threshold. Although taking these measurements may seem simple, many people often find it difficult to determine the proper threshold ramp for their buildings because of the calculations involved in choosing one. To find a safe and effective threshold ramp, you must calculate ramp threshold requirements accurately.
Threshold Ramp Types
There are many types of threshold ramps on the market. Consider choosing one that meets your specific needs. REDD Team designs and manufactures custom access solutions for commercial, industrial, military, and municipal buildings. We can construct an ideal threshold ramp for you to meet your environmental conditions and loading capacity.
Many building owners have installed aluminum threshold ramps in their facilities because of the many benefits of these products. For starters, aluminum threshold ramps are incredibly lightweight and durable. In addition, They can withstand the elements and have high load capacities. The type of threshold in your building will determine the ramp you choose. For instance, sliding door thresholds are specifically designed for sliding doors. Understanding the pros and cons of different types of threshold ramps is essential to help you determine the best choice for you. Our technicians can offer detailed guides and explanations of various ramp types that may suit your needs.
Once you have taken the measurements needed for a threshold ramp, choosing the best ramp type for you requires a careful balance of various parameters. Some variables you may need to consider include the amount of weight the ramp must carry, ramp exposure to rain, snow, and dirt, budget, and whether you need a permanent or temporary ramp installation.
REDD Team offers a wide range of aluminum threshold wheelchair ramps for commercial and industrial facilities. View our collection on our website today.
