The design of your commercial wheelchair ramp will vary depending on how you place it and how high up it will go. Every ramp is different, and REDD Team understands what each client requires when getting a great ramp ready. If you’ve got concerns about how to get a ramp ready, you can ask us what we can do for you.
You can talk with us about what you’ll get from your ramp and how you want it arranged. We can work with your care standards and find a plan for work that fits your needs.
How High Will Your Ramp Go?
The first point to review when checking on commercial wheelchair ramps for businesses at REDD Team involves how high the ramp goes. Some ramps will only go up by two or three inches, as they can work on doorways with rises that wheelchairs can’t normally go over.
Other ramps will rise by twelve inches or greater. These ramps will require more space, since most communities are limited to a 1:12 maximum slope on the ramp. That means if you have a rise of twelve inches, the ramp would be 144 inches long.
You’ll need more space for a ramp with a greater rise, so measuring how your ramp will work is necessary for success. REDD Team can plan a ramp based on how high it will be and what you will require.
What Directions Will It Go?
The directions that the ramp will go in will also influence how your ramp is laid out. Some commercial properties have limited amounts of space, especially older ones built prior to ADA standards. If your ramp requires a high rise and you have a compact space, you’ll likely need something that changes direction.
A commercial wheelchair ramp can feature multiple spaces where the direction of the ramp changes. An intermediate landing is necessary in the spots where the direction shifts. The landing should be about 60 inches on each side, which should be enough for a wheelchair to safely turn.
Are Other Features Necessary?
You can also request various other features in your ramp when you order from us at REDD Team. You can order an extra-wide ramp that can produce two separate lanes, for instance. This option would require a ramp in the middle to divide those lanes.
You can also ask for handlebars to connect to a building if any part of your ramp is adjacent to a structure. While handlebars are essential for both sides, not every ramp will have an open side. You can get handlebars you can attach to a building side that are both easy to fit and positioned to where there’s enough clearance between the building surface and the bars themselves.
Your commercial wheelchair ramp can be designed in many ways to fit whatever unique needs your space holds. You can request help from us at REDD Team in building a new ramp you can install at your site. You can consult us online or call us at 800-648-3696 for details on how we can serve you. The solutions we offer at REDD Team will provide you with a great approach to handling your ramp that you deserve.
