Product Description
This Wheelchair Threshold Ramp is expertly designed to assist individuals using wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters in crossing door thresholds with ease and safety. Manufactured from high-quality, lightweight aluminium, this ramp is exceptionally durable and wear-resistant, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. For added safety, the ramp features a checker plate surface that provides excellent grip, along with two raised anti-slip edges to prevent any accidental slips or falls. Its fixed-height design ensures a stable platform for smooth transitions over door thresholds and can be easily removed or repositioned when required. This versatile ramp is the perfect solution for enhancing accessibility in homes, workplaces, and public buildings.
Wheelchair Threshold Ramp Information:
- Ramp length: 1000mm (39.5")
- Suitable for wheelchairs, powerchairs and mobility scooters
- Helps to navigate awkward thresholds
- No fitting required
- Easily moved as required
- Gripped surface and anti-slip edges
- Three different sizes available
- Ramp width: 700mm (27.5")
- Ramp height: 115mm (4.5")
- Ramp weight: 5.4 kgs
- Maximum weight capacity: 272 kgs (42 stone)
What is the purpose of the Wheelchair Threshold Ramp?
The Wheelchair Threshold Ramp is designed to provide smooth access over thresholds and small steps, making it easier for wheelchair users, those with mobility scooters, or people using walkers to navigate between different areas. It helps remove barriers caused by uneven surfaces, raised doorways, or steps, making homes and buildings more accessible for people with limited mobility.
Is the ramp easy to install and use?
Yes, the Wheelchair Threshold Ramp is designed for easy installation and use. Most ramps come as a single piece and can simply be placed over the threshold or step that requires smoothing out. No tools or complicated assembly are needed. It is lightweight, making it easy to move and position as needed, but it’s also stable enough to provide solid support when in use. Additionally, it can be quickly removed or relocated to another area if required.
What materials is the ramp made from, and is it durable?
The ramp is made from strong, durable materials such as aluminum or a heavy-duty composite that can withstand regular use and support significant weight, typically up to several hundred kilograms. The material is corrosion-resistant, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It also has a non-slip surface, which enhances user safety, especially in wet or slippery conditions.
What size thresholds or steps can this ramp handle?
The Wheelchair Threshold Ramp is designed to handle small steps and raised thresholds, typically up to a height of 2 to 4 inches (around 5 to 10 cm), depending on the model. It is ideal for doorways, patio entrances, or small steps between rooms. It provides a gentle incline, which allows for smooth transitions without straining the user or the mobility device.
Who would benefit from using the Wheelchair Threshold Ramp?
This product is particularly beneficial for wheelchair users and individuals using mobility aids such as scooters, walkers, or rollators. It also provides relief for caregivers who assist people with mobility challenges by making it easier to guide them over thresholds and steps. It’s an excellent addition for anyone looking to improve accessibility within their home or for businesses aiming to make their entrances more inclusive for individuals with mobility issues.
