A folding wheelchair ramp is light weight and is easy to carry. In spite of the light weight, a portable single fold aluminum ramp is strong and durable. The ramp folds in the middle and has a handle with which you can conveniently carry it. When you unfold the wheelchair ramp, it becomes a 30-inch wide platform and is ideal for a wheelchair.

Features

The complete folding wheelchair ramp is made of aluminium. On the surface it is lined with slip resistant high traction tape and it can take a maximum load of 600 pounds. The ramp has a 2-inch curb protecting the wheelchair from rolling off. There are various sizes and configurations of folding wheelchair ramps and you can check them out in various online catalogues.

Before buying your portable folding ramp you should consult an expert or specialist who cans advice you on what type of ramp you will need to suit your condition. They will understand your needs and find the best solution.

Typically folding wheelchair ramps are portable and are detachable. A folding wheelchair ramp will have holes at the top where you can secure them to be used. All ramps in the USA will come with a one year warranty.

Another portable ramp is the multi-fold ramp that also will fold up like a suitcase, the last two folds will auto lock so no need to lock it. So just close and carry away, these ramps also come in aluminium too.

Again another folding ramp is called the bariatric ramp that comes as a multi fold ramp it will attach to the rear of the van and mounts directly to the floor of the van. This is a great utility ramp which can help load and unload wheelchairs to and from the van.

Due to its durability aluminium is a great material to use for folding ramps but the cost can be more expensive than say a wooden ramp, but with zero maintenance costs can be cheaper in the long term. Aluminium is a much more cost effective material to use than other materials for folding wheelchair ramps