Whether youre transporting personal lawn care equipment or finding ways to improve efficiencies at your delivery business, you need a safe, sturdy and affordable loading solution. But with so many loading ramps to choose from, how do you determine which one is right for you or your business? At EZ-ACCESS, we understand the conundrum and can help you with these three simple questions:
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If you are loading machinery such as a lawn mower, you would need to know how much the lawn mower weighs and then add the estimated weight of a full tank of gas. Youll also need to know how wide the equipment is. If you are using the loading ramp to carry heavy items across it, youll need to factor in your weight as well as the maximum weight of the items youll be carrying to be on the safe side. With weight capacities up to 1,200 pounds and an optional Wheel Kit, the TRAVERSE Walk Ramp is the perfect solution for tasks in furniture or equipment delivery as well as lawn care equipment transportation.
Another important factor is the height of the highest level youll be using your loading ramp on. This will determine the length of loading ramp you need in order to keep yourself at a safe incline ratio of 1:12. To calculate your incline and find the length of ramp needed, use our Incline Calculator. The TRAVERSE Walk Ramp is available in 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 lengths with a 30 usable width.
In addition to knowing what youre loading and how youre loading it, youll also need to know if the loading ramp will be exposed to the outdoor elements on a regular basis. This will help you determine what type of grip and coating youll need on your loading ramp for safe use. The TRAVERSE Walk Ramp offers an extruded, slip-resistant surface.
If you have questions about which industrial ramp will meet your needs, give us a call today at 1-800-451-.
Author: Ramp Champ | Published: January 5, | Updated: May 20,
Loading ramps. A simple way to move heavy things from the ground to a vehicle (without the need for Hercules' strength).
Weve all heard of them. Maybe youve even got a set in your shed. But have you ever considered the importance of matching your loading ramps to your needs?
Whether youre loading a motorcycle, heavy machinery, ATV or wheelchair, loading ramps come in all shapes, styles and sizes. And its our job at Ramp Champ to find your perfect match.
This guide will cover
Youre probably not surprised to learn that ramps arent a new thing.
In fact, its believed one of the earliest ramps dates back to Ancient Greece where it was used as a tool to drag ships and materials. Not only that, theres evidence that ramps were used to move materials for the Egyptian Pyramids and Stonehenge. In other words, a really long time ago.
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsu of Egyptat Deir al-Bahri, Thebes, Egypt (worldhistory.org)
Three-masted LODORE in dock with crew and loading ramps, Washington State, between and (Washington University Libraries Digital Collections)
And over time, ramps have evolved to not only move objects but people.
Today, they come in all shapes, sizes and styles from alloy wheelchair ramps to folding motorcycle ramps to rubber kerb ramps.
But at the end of the day, they all share the same goal: to move things from A to B easily and safely.
Loading ramps, more specifically, refer to ramps that are used to move objects, materials or people from the ground to a vehicle or container.
But not all loading ramps are created equal. And for good reason, because the ramp you use for a wheelchair should be different to the ramp you use to load a 5-tonne excavator.
So, lets take a look at the different types of loading ramps, as well as their features and what to consider before you hit buy.
Motorcycle ramps help you move your favourite toy from the ground to a trailer or ute so you can hit the open road in search of adventure. Because lets face it, nothing will put a dampener on a weekend away like a motorcycle load gone wrong.
But first, there are different styles and features to weigh up.
Our favourite (and most popular) styles are
theyre lightweight and available in a range of sizes
folding design allows for compact storage
Side-walk ramps
to walk your motorcycle up and load it solo
Motorcycle ramp features to look out for are
A lightweight and corrosion-free material (like aluminium)
Secure connection points (like a locking pin) for maximum safety
An anti-slip surface
To find the best ramp for your motorcycle, check out our buyers guide.
An ATV ramp helps you move your four-wheeler from the ground to a trailer or ute so you can head out to the bush for the weekend. Booyah!
But just like a motorcycle ramp, there are different styles and features to weigh up.
Our favourite (and most popular) styles include
Aluminium folding ATV ramps
a pair placed side by side
Aluminium curved 3 piece loading ramp
with two side ramps to walk your ATV up and down or load it solo
ATV and UTV ramp features to look out for include
A lightweight and corrosion-free material (like aluminium)
Secure connection points (like a locking pin or straps) for maximum safety
Clearly defined load ratings (that match your ATV)
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Ramps for sale as a pair
An anti-slip surface
To find the best ramp for your ATV, check out our ATV buyers guide.
Whether youve got an excavator, skid-steer loader or bobcat, choosing the right heavy machinery loading ramp isnt something you wanna mess around with. You wanna do the job right to minimise any safety concerns.
See, loading heavy and durable machinery requires a tough ramp to get the job done (not just any old ramp off the shelf).
There are a few things to consider before you buy a loading ramp for your heavy machinery
Hint: remember to include the wet weight of your machine, adding on fluids like fuel and oil.
Steel track machines will need ramps specifically designed for steel tracks
(like our
Sureweld Steel Track
range).
This ones a biggy, because if your ramps are too short (steep) for your machine, you run the risk of sliding or rolling!
Like a locking plate and pin.
Looking for certifications like
ISO :
will tell you if theyre the real deal.
Popular heavy machinery ramps are
To find the best ramp for your heavy machinery, check out our Machinery Loading Ramp Buyers Guide or learn What Size Loading Ramp Do I Need?
Wheelchair ramps are an important part of everyday life for those with reduced mobility. And they come in many forms whether its a doorway ramp, vehicle ramp or permanent ramps outside public buildings.
More specifically, wheelchair loading ramps are used to move wheelchairs or mobility scooters into vehicles and vans. For many of us able-bodied people who dont think twice before we get into the car, its hard to imagine what this is like.
Our popular wheelchair loading ramps include
Heeve Lightweight Telescopic Ramp
can be used on low vans, vehicles and steps
Heeve Aluminium Folding Van Ramp
ideal length for vans, mini trucks and SUVs
Aluminium Permanent Wheelchair Van Ramp
designed to be mounted on the floor of a van
Wheelchair loading ramp features to look out for are
A lightweight material (if you plan on moving them often)
High-traction surface and side rails for added safety
A suitable weight capacity for your situation
A suitable length to ensure the slope isnt too steep (for occupied wheelchairs a slope of 10° is recommended, for unoccupied wheelchairs the slope can be up to 12 - 13°)
Secure connection points (like a locking pin) for maximum safety
To find the best wheelchair loading ramp, check out our Wheelchair Ramp Buyers Guide
At Ramp Champ, we have Australias largest range of ramps.
While a lot of stores will focus on a broad range of products, we focus solely on ramps. This means we do one thing and do it really well.
We have thousands of high-quality ramps in our store so you can easily find a loading ramp thats suited to your needs.
Heres how you can find the right loading ramp, whether its for a motorcycle, heavy machinery or something else entirely.
With Australias largest range of ramps, its best to start by browsing our website and filtering different options based on your situation, needs and preferences.
Once youve found a ramp youre interested in, record the height of your van, vehicle or trailer. This will ultimately determine the length you need to make it a safe gradient. Then, you can use our Ramp Calculator to make sure the ramp youre interested in is the right fit. As a general rule, a safe gradient is
Occupied wheelchairs: 10°
Unoccupied wheelchairs: 12 - 13°
Heavy machinery and motorcycles: 16 - 23°
Finally, weigh up what features are important to your situation. Do you want an added layer of safety? Choose a ramp with side rails. Do you want to move it around a lot? Choose a lightweight material. Do you need compact storage? Choose a bi-fold option.
At Ramp Champ, weve been helping our customers find the right loading ramp since . If you have any questions, give us a buzz on 913 047 or us at