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.
Some Features of a folding ramp
The ramp is constructed from aluminium and the surface is lined with a slip resistant high traction tape and the ramp is constructed to take a load of 600 pounds. Running down both sides have a two inch high kerb to stop you come falling of the side. The spans and configurations of the folding ramps and you can find out more on the internet.
When you purchase your folding aluminium wheelchair ramp it's always best to consult an expert who specialize in wheelchair ramps. They will understand your requirements and will give you the best portable ramp to suit you. You can buy suitcase folding wheelchair ramps to large modular wheelchair ramps.
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.
The bariatric ramp is also a folding wheelchair ramp and comes in a portable multi fold. The top of the ramp will mound the rear of the van and secured firm. These ramps are great for loading and removing too.
Aluminium is a better choice for folding wheelchair ramps, because of its durability. The cost of making an aluminium ramp is higher than a wooden ramp, but there are no maintenance costs. The most important thing is, that aluminium is a much more cost-effective solution for a folding wheelchair ramp and also much safer than other materials like wood.