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Portable Ramps For Wheelchairs and Scooters
Whether at home or on the go, you'll want to explore an option to carry a ramp for your wheelchair, scooter, or walker. These ramps can be used to bridge curbs and steps and also as entryways without the requirement for permanent installation.
Talk with a local accessibility equipment dealer or BraunAbility Dealer to learn more about accessibility options and locate the best ramp for your needs.
Threshold Ramps
Even the tiniest step at home can be challenging for wheelchair users as well as those using other rolling mobility aids like walkers or rollators. However, there is an easy solution that could aid with mobility issues - a portable ramp for thresholds. These ramps offer an inclined platform that allows for easy maneuvering through doors, elevated curbs, and landings. Available in a variety of styles, including rubber units and aluminum models that fold down for easy storage and transport our selection of wheelchair ramps for thresholds will make your home much more accessible to your loved ones.
Start by taking measurements of the height. Look for a ramp long enough to cover this rise. A ramp for a six inch threshold will require a length of around one foot to create an angle suitable for wheelchairs and mobility devices.
When you've located an appropriate ramp for your needs, it's also important to determine whether or not it meets ADA requirements. These guidelines stipulate that wheelchair ramps should be a minimum of 12 inches long for every one inch of rise they target So, make sure that any ramp you buy is in line with the ADA guidelines.
You'll also need to choose whether you'd prefer a portable ramp or a permanent one, dependent on the amount of usage you expect and your personal preferences. Portable ramps are best for those who use the ramp for occasional visits to welcome family and friends. If you intend to use the ramp regularly and require it to be sturdy and stable the permanent installation is better.
Check out our entire selection of wheelchair ramps for thresholds from brands like Silver Spring, PVI, and EZ ACCESS. We offer a range of sizes, styles, and types to suit every household.
Folding Ramps
For those with limited mobility, ramps are essential to keep independence and take part in an variety of activities. A portable wheelchair ramp is a great solution to navigate obstacles such as curbs, steps, or thresholds.
Portable ramps offer an upward slope to assist wheelchair users navigate through barriers or height differences. They are available in a vast range of sizes and capacities, and options that include anti-skid surfaces to help reduce slippage and traction strips to provide additional stability. A lot of them also have safety curbs to prevent roll-off accidents and are constructed with strong aluminum that is lightweight to ensure the strongest strength.
Because they're mobile, these ramps are able to be set up quickly and easily and provide accessibility in a variety of situations. They are ideal for events, locations or temporary spaces where permanent ramp installations may not be practical or cost effective. They can also be easily removed and stored after they are no longer used to reduce the impact on routines.
Depending on your specific needs You can choose a ramp that folds in half or even a fourth of its size to be smaller to store or transport. Some ramps are even designed to be split down the middle with a carrying handle in the center, to allow them to be carried and used in sections at a time to facilitate greater ease and comfort.
A ramp for wheelchairs is suitable for a full-size power or manual chair as well as motorized scooters and a few walkers. To ensure that the ramp is a suitable fit to your particular device, you should take measurements of the width and the height of your device, along with the wheelbase to determine the proper ramp length. Ramps that aren't long enough might not offer enough support for the user, while those that are too long can cause the wheelchair to be unstable when traversing steps or other gradients.
A portable ramp is an efficient and cost-effective option for increasing accessibility, allowing those who have mobility issues to remain active in their communities and beyond. There are many ramps available for indoor and outdoor use. You can easily locate one that suits your lifestyle and lets you move to be able to live life without a barrier.
Telescoping Ramps
Wheelchair ramps can allow wheelchair users to gain access to areas they might have thought were out of bounds from their homes to outdoor events or even the buildings and cars that serve as their primary mode of transportation. Without ramps, these spaces may appear as impassable obstacles, which could hinder mobility aid users' opportunities to get out and explore the world. For many, this means deciding not to plan family outings or miss out on going to their favorite restaurant or shopping destination.
Portable wheelchair ramps are lightweight and offer a proactive and adaptable solution to accessibility challenges that can arise. They can be folded and put in the rear seat or trunk of vehicles, or removed if they are not required. The ramps can be placed on the curb or in the ground. They can eliminate the need for dangerous and awkward access routes that are improvised.
Telescoping ramps are one type of portable ramps. These ramps can be used at various heights by altering the length of their track channel. This feature makes them more versatile than ramps that fold, which usually only have a single track that can be used to accommodate an entire wheelchair or scooter.
A telescoping ramp is usually constructed from ramp sections that are pre-built and delivered to the customer to be installed quickly. These modular ramps can often be removed and reassembled at a different site, which will save time and money in the long time. They are suitable for residential use, but not for commercial or public accessibility applications.
Other portable ramps wheelchair ramps are designed to look and function more like suitcases. They are small and light, and can be easily carried in a carry bag. Some models can be expanded from 4 to 7 foot length to let wheelchairs and scooters navigate a range in step heights. They can also be pulled out of the bag provided when not in use.
Suitcase Ramps
This ramp for suitcases is designed with a single-folding design and can be quickly put up. It's perfect for wheelchairs and scooters. It's made of high-quality aluminum, which makes it robust and light. The no-pinch hinge prevents pinching and makes maintenance a breeze. Ergonomically-designed flexible, non slip wheelchair ramp-breakable handles make it comfortable and convenient to carry the ramp. The rough surface of the Suitcase Singlefold Ramp helps mobility devices to maintain their traction even in wet weather conditions. Ramps are available in lengths from 2' up to 8'. There is a model that will suit almost every need.
This ultra-lightweight, lightweight ramp for wheelchairs features a textured surface that enhances safety and traction. It can hold up to 800 pounds, meaning it is safe for power wheelchairs, manual scooters and wheelchairs. The single-fold design makes it easy to set up and the welded construction ensures stability, strength and durability. The ramp is equipped with a self-adjusting grate that makes it easy to transition from the ramp to ground level.
Made of lightweight aluminum, which is resistant to corrosion and an extruded, slip-resistant surface the EZ-Access Portable Folding Ramp is easy to carry, transport and store. It is designed for wheelchairs and scooters that have elevating seats. It features a textured surface to improve the traction. The ramp has an auto-adjusting transition plate on the bottom for smooth transition from the ramp to road.
The EZ Access Trifold Advantage Series Ramp is a great solution for safe access to a curb two steps or the doorway of a vehicle. This aluminum ramp for wheelchair ramp is perfect to move wheelchairs into vehicles or over curbs or stairs. It's ultra-portable and easily separates into two separate sections by just removing two hinge pins. The ramp's textured surface increases the traction and safety, while grooves guide snow, water, or ice away.
This Drive Medical folding ramp is ideal for wheelchair users who require assistance in climbing up and down stairs. It's lightweight and easy carry, yet it has the strength to support up to 600 lb. It's available in various lengths to accommodate most stairs and the handrails that are padded give additional security and ease of use. This ramp comes with a carry case and an unconditional guarantee for life.