Schools in Raleigh serve thousands of students every day. The school campuses need safe and reliable access that isn’t just a code requirement, but a daily necessity. Stairs, ramps and accessibility systems for school buildings in Raleigh, NC must balance compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), North Carolina’s adopted building codes, and the realities of operating active campuses bustling with students and staff while ensuring limited downtime. REDD Team manufactures prefabricated aluminum access systems designed specifically to meet those needs.
Accessibility Standards in North Carolina
North Carolina enforces the North Carolina State Building Code, which incorporates the International Building Code (IBC) and ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standard.
In schools, all of this means:
- Ramps must maintain a maximum 1:12 slope, with cross slope no steeper than 1:48.
- Landings are required at the top, bottom, and at direction changes, with minimum clear dimensions of 60 inches.
- Stairs must have uniform risers/treads, slip-resistant surfaces, and continuous handrails at 34–38 inches in height.
- Handrails and edge protection are mandatory on ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches, ensuring safety for students and staff.
By designing to these standards from the start, REDD Team ensures smooth plan reviews and predictable inspections for Raleigh school projects.
Built for Daily Use in School Environments
Entrances and circulation routes on school campuses see constant traffic. There are ample students with backpacks, teachers with carts, and even visitors attending events. REDD Team’s aluminum ramps, stairs, and walkways use slip-resistant, self-draining decking that keeps footing safe during North Carolina’s slippery rainy seasons and humid summers.
Another perk to consider is that aluminum is also naturally corrosion-resistant, which reduces the long-term maintenance burden for facility managers.
Prefabricated Systems for Faster Installs
Construction schedules in Raleigh schools rarely allow long shutdowns. Prefabricated aluminum assemblies from REDD Team are delivered as easy-to-assemble bolt-together kits, eliminating field welding and minimizing school and classroom disruption. Installations can take place overnight, during weekends, on holidays, or over school breaks. Construction and updates will not interfere with the school day.
Modular Flexibility for Growing Campuses
Enrollment growth in Wake County often leads to temporary classrooms (modular classrooms) or phased renovations. REDD Team’s modular ramps and stair systems are built to move with these changes. Components can be reconfigured or relocated as classroom clusters shift, expand, or new wings open. They save both time and money because they are mobile and can be used over and over again.
Unified Access Solutions
An accessible route never includes stairs, but schools still require them for general circulation. Raleigh campuses also need OSHA-aligned stairs for staff-only entries, rooftops, and service areas. REDD Team manufactures ramps, stairs, and platforms as part of one coordinated system. The entire system ensures consistent finishes, hardware, and inspection points across the site.
Why Work with REDD Team
With decades of experience, REDD Team provides more than just parts, we deliver complete access solutions. Our prefabricated aluminum systems are engineered for code compliance, tested for safety, and tailored for the realities of active school campuses. It doesn’t matter whether your district is adding and expanding their modular classrooms or upgrading a main entrance, REDD Team will provide a layout and submittal package that helps the project move forward without delays.
If your district is planning upgrades, expansions, or accessibility improvements, consider stairs, ramps and accessibility systems for school buildings in Raleigh, NC that are designed for safety, speed, and long-term performance.Call REDD Team at (800) 648-3696 or contact us online to request a site-specific layout and quote. We’ll design a prefabricated aluminum system that meets North Carolina’s codes, installs quickly, and keeps your school community moving safely.