Portable Ramps For Wheelchairs and Scooters

You can make use of an accessible ramp for your wheelchair, walker or scooter at home or while on the road. These ramps can be used to cross curbs and steps as well as entryways, without the need for permanent installation.

Contact the local BraunAbility Dealer or retailer of accessibility equipment to learn more about the available options and choose the right ramp for your needs.

Threshold Ramps

The smallest step at home can be difficult for wheelchair users and those who use other mobility aids such as walkers or rollators. There is an easy and effective solution to overcome the problem - a portable ramp that can be used for thresholds. These ramps offer a solid platform with a slight slope that makes it easier to maneuver through doorways, raised landings curbs, and other obstacles. Our wheelchair ramps are available in a number of styles including 2200Lbs Rubber Threshold Ramp for Wheelchair & Scooter (browse around this site) units, aluminum versions, and folding versions for easy storage and transportation.

To determine which type of ramp is ideal for your needs, begin by taking the height of the incline. Find a ramp that is long enough to cover the rise. For example, a ramp for a threshold of six inches would need to extend approximately a foot to have a suitable slope for wheelchairs and other mobility devices.

When you've located a ramp that is suitable for your needs, it's also important to consider whether or not it's in line with ADA requirements. According to these guidelines ramps for wheelchairs must be at least 12 inches in length for every inch of rise.

You'll also need to choose whether you want a portable ramp or a permanent ramp, dependent on the amount of usage you expect and your personal preferences. If you're using the ramp for occasional visits by friends and family, a portable option is likely to be the best. If you're planning to use the ramp for a daily basis and want it to remain solid and stable an installation that is permanent might be more appropriate.

When you're ready to buy an accessible ramp for wheelchairs make sure to take a look at our extensive selection of products from brands such as Silver Spring, PVI and EZ Access. We offer a variety of sizes, styles and types to suit every household.

Folding Ramps

Ramps are essential for individuals who are unable to move around in order to maintain their independence and engage in a range of activities. Whether it's stepping out into the sunshine for a walk or visiting family members or attending an event that requires extra assistance with movement, a portable ramp for wheelchairs provides a safe way to overcome obstacles such as thresholds, steps, or curbs.

Portable ramps provide a gradual slope that assists wheelchair users in navigating barriers or height difference. They are available in a vast range of sizes and capacities, and options that include anti-skid surfaces to help reduce slippage as well as traction strips to increase stability. Many also feature safety curbs to avoid roll-off accidents and are constructed using durable aluminum, which is lightweight, for the strongest strength.

Because they are mobile, these ramps can be deployed quickly and easily and provide accessibility in a variety of situations. They are ideal for temporary spaces, events or areas where permanent ramps may not be economically feasible or cost effective. They can also be easily removed and stored when they are not used to reduce the impact on daily routines.

Depending on the needs of your specific, you can find ramps that fold in half or even a quarter of its size, making it smaller to store or transport. Some styles of these ramps can be split down the middle, with a carry handle in the middle, to allow them to be carried and deployed in sections at a time for greater ease and convenience.

A ramp for wheelchairs can be used with the full-size manual or power chair, motorized scooter and even some walkers. To ensure that the ramp is a perfect fit for your device, you must determine the width and height of your device as well as the wheelbase to determine proper ramp length. Ramps that aren't long enough may not provide adequate support for the user, whereas those which are too long may cause the wheelchair to be unstable when navigating steps or other gradients.

A portable ramp can be an economical and efficient way to increase accessibility. It allows people with mobility challenges the freedom to be active in their communities and beyond. There are numerous ramps that are suitable for outdoor and indoor use. You can easily locate one that is suitable for your needs and gives you the mobility to be able to live life without a barrier.

Telescoping Ramps

Wheelchair ramps enable wheelchair users to gain access to places they thought were unaccessible like their homes, outdoor events or even their vehicles and buildings. These areas can appear to be unpassable without a ramp. This can hinder the mobility aid user's ability to explore and go out. This can lead to people are unable to go on family trips, or visit their favourite restaurant or store.

Portable ramps for wheelchairs can be lightweight and flexible solutions to accessibility issues. They fold easily to fit into the back seat or trunk of a vehicle, or they can be easily disassembled when they are not in use. Ramps that are able to be rolled out and put up on the ground or on curbs also remove the need for complicated, potentially dangerous, alternative access routes.

Telescoping ramps are a type of ramp that is Portable Telescopic Ramps for Easy Mobility Access. They are designed to work with a range of different rises by expanding and contracting the length of their track channels. This feature allows them to be more flexible than ramps that fold, which typically only have one track that can accommodate a scooter or wheelchair.

Telescoping stairways are usually constructed of pre-built ramp sections and delivered directly to the client. These ramps can be disassembled and then reassembled at a different location. This saves both time and money. They are suitable for residential usage, but not for commercial or public accessibility requirements.

Other portable ramps look and function more like suitcases. They are lightweight and compact, and they can be stored in a bag, making them easy to transport. Some models can be expanded from 4 to 7 feet in length, allowing scooters and wheelchairs to maneuver various step heights and can be folded down and put away in the bag provided when not being used.

Suitcase Ramps

This suitcase ramp offers one-fold design that can be set up quickly and is ideal for wheelchairs & scooters. It's made of premium aluminum so it is durable and lightweight. Its hinge that doesn't pinch protects you from pinching and allows for easy maintenance. Ergonomically-designed flexible, non-breakable handles make it comfortable and convenient to carry the ramp. The smooth surface of the Suitcase Singlefold Ramp helps mobility devices maintain their traction in wet weather conditions. Ramps are available in lengths of 2' to 8'. There is a model that will suit almost every need.

This ultra-lightweight, lightweight wheelchair ramp has an textured surface that increases safety and traction. It can support up 800 pounds, so it is safe for power wheelchairs as well as manual scooters and wheelchairs. The single-fold design allows for easy and quick installation, and the welded construction offers durability, strength and stability. The ramp is equipped with a self-adjusting plate that ensures a smooth transition from the ramp to the ground.