REDD Team offers unsurpassed quality and durability when it comes to wheelchair ramps for schools in San Bernardino, California. All of our products offer the utmost in safety, and are produced in complete compliance with all industry codes and regulations. They also comply with ADA guidelines. There is simply no better choice for those looking for safe, durable and low maintenance solutions for wheelchair accessibility.

The Secret is in the Alloys

Wheelchair Ramps for Schools in San Bernardino, CaliforniaWhat makes REDD Team’s wheelchair ramps and other aluminum access systems so strong? The secret lies in the aluminum alloys we use to make them. Our products are typically built using 6000 series aluminum alloys – namely, 6061-T6, 6063-T5 and 6063-T6. The 6061 alloys are a perfect substitute for steel. They keep their shape in the hottest and coldest temperatures, and they are nearly impervious to corrosion or rust.

The 6063 alloys offer several benefits as well. They offer a very high-quality finish, so they can be used in many different applications – not only access systems, but also several other building products. They are even used regularly in electrical components. These alloys are also incredibly strong and resistant to corrosion.

Aluminum Vs. Steel, Wood and Concrete

There are many different types of access systems available, made of many different materials. In addition to aluminum, you can find wheelchair ramps, stairs, walkways and other systems in steel, wood and concrete. Here are just some of the reasons aluminum is superior to all of them.

  • Steel is, of course, a strong material. But it has its drawbacks. For example, it’s a great deal heavier than aluminum. This makes it a challenge to transport. In addition, steel rusts a great deal easier than aluminum. It has to be repainted on a regular basis, and also galvanized. Unlike aluminum, steel poses a slipping risk if not treated.
  • Wood is relatively inexpensive, but the cost savings come with certain disadvantages. Wood can splinter very easily, and can deteriorate quickly if not varnished or sealed. The joints holding wooden access systems can also deteriorate, making your ramp or stairs very unstable.
  • Concrete is typically safe and very durable. But unlike aluminum, it takes a great deal of time to construct a concrete access system. If you need to modify your system for whatever reason, you’ll have to purchase a completely new one.

When you take all of the drawbacks of steel, wood and concrete into consideration, you’ll find that there is simply no better solution than aluminum. The material is incredibly strong, can easily handle rain and other sources of moisture, and needs little to no maintenance. Aluminum wheelchair ramps are easy to install, since they don’t require any field welding. They’re also modular, so they can be reconfigured in any manner you wish.

Total Compliance

REDD Team aluminum wheelchair ramps not only meet all ADA guidelines, they are also compliant with California’s Division of the State Architect regulations. These regulations are in place to ensure that all commercial and municipal state buildings provide accessibility. When you choose an aluminum access system from REDD Team, you can do so with complete confidence the system will conform to all codes and regulations.

Find out more about REDD Team’s wheelchair ramps for schools in San Bernardino, California by contacting us online or giving us a call at (800) 648-3696.