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  One of the first things to do when looking is to examine used wheelchair ramps to make sure they aren't rotting or rusting away. Underneath and other places that may not be as obvious are included. Used ramps for wheelchairs if made from wood or metal will eventually have rotting and rusting problems. You don't want to be stuck with a decaying ramp that is unsafe to use. Not all ramps are designed to hold the same amount of weight. If you buy a used ramp, especially from a private owner, make sure the ramp has documentation that verifies how much weight it can hold or that you can find out otherwise. This may be especially important if you're looking at used folding ramps or portable Wide Ramps . Again, this precaution prevents injuries. Not to mention, it saves you from wasting money on a ramp you find out you can't use. Another thing to consider, especially with wood ramps, is if it's approved for outdoor use and has been sealed properly. As you probably already...
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External Ramps

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 Wheelchair users now have wider options with improved mobility access in many areas across the country. Public transport and the workplace have been the areas where the most improvements have been made. Wheelchair ramps offer easy access to buildings and vehicles with a great selection of both portable folding and Threshold Ramps available. The use of standard threshold ramps solves the problem of steps and external doors that create difficulty in access on a daily basis. These threshold ramps are portable yet sturdy and can be purchased with minimum financial fuss. Similarly, Standard Wheelchair Ramps are just as easy to operate and assemble and are available in various sizes to provide the safest, most convenient accessibility. Companies looking to improve their wheelchair accessibility should consider Portable Ramps made from anodized aluminum which therefore provides a lightweight alternative to investing in permanent ramps and fixings. Ramps that are portable are easy to sto...
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Portable Ramps

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 Portable wheelchair ramps are a convenient way for a wheelchair user to access any area. These are designed to enable wheelchair users to get overstep thresholds and enter vans, minivans, and SUVs without modifying the vehicles. A variety of different portable ramps are available. The type of wheelchair you use and the angle of inclination you can use should be considered when choosing a portable ramp, as well as the length of the ramp you will need to reach this angle in the area you will use it in, and the size and weight of the Portable Ramp. Rollup Ramps: These ramps fold up into a short ramp that can be unrolled and secured with a side rail. They come in lengths of three or five feet. These ramps are extremely portable, with very low weight and compact size. Taking one or two steps with them is easy, but their use is limited to short inclines. A single-fold wheelchair ramp or suitcase ramp is relatively light and strong. They are able to transport weights up to a certain amou...
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High Capacity Ramps

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Portable wheelchair ramps are a convenient way for a wheelchair user to access any area. They can help you get over steps and thresholds, or enter vans, minivans, and SUVs without modifying them to make wheelchair access possible. A variety of different portable ramps are available. When choosing a portable ramp, you have to take into account what kind of wheelchair you are using and what angle of incline you can use, the High Capacity Ramp length you will need to achieve this angle in the areas you're likely to use the ramp, and what size and weight of ramp you can transport. Rollup Ramps: These ramps fold up into a short ramp that can be unrolled and secured with a side rail. They are available in lengths of three or five feet. These ramps are extremely portable, with very low weight and compact size. They are great for crossing thresholds and taking one or two steps, but their use is limited to short inclines.                     ...
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