Portable Wheelchair Ramps — Accessibility Wherever Needed
Wheelchair users need a reliable means of overcoming the barriers posed by stairs and raised levels. Ramps enable them to move around freely and independently. Portable wheelchair and scooter ramps are designed to provide accessibility wherever needed. Leading dealers of accessibility equipment in New York offer different types of portable ramps from top brands such as EZ-Access and Prairie View Industries.
Portable wheelchair and scooter ramps help wheelchair users overcome the barriers posed by steps, curbs, and inclines, indoors and outdoors. Ideal for temporary applications such as home stays, meetings and field trips, these portable devices also provide easy access into and out of vans, SUVs and trucks. These ultra-strong ramps provide safety and strength, while being light and portable. Portable ramps come with several useful features –
· Easy to use, carry, and store
· Lightweight and compact
· Ultra-strong, durable and safe
· Affordable and easy to install
· Anti-slip surface (provides traction in all weather conditions)
· Carrying handle
· Accommodate wheelchairs and scooters with various wheel configurations
· Useful for people pushing strollers, carts or other wheeled objects
Popular Models of Portable Wheelchair Ramps
Let’s take a look at different types of portable wheelchair ramps from EZ-Access and Prairie View Industries, that are available in New York –
· Suitcase ramps — Featuring a single-fold design, these ramps allow wheelchair users to access steps, vehicles, and raised landings with ease. Suitcase ramps are light and portable, and can be quickly split into two pieces, making them easier and lighter to carry and store. EZ-Access wheelchair ramp models include Top Lip Extension (TLE), Suitcase ramp Signature series and Advantage series.
· Aluminum & Rubber Threshold Ramps — Ideal for commercial and residential applications, these ramps are lightweight, portable, durable and easy to install. These ramps are designed for doorways sliding glass doors, showers, and raised landings. Top products include -
§ Aluminum Threshold THR Series
§ EZ-Access Threshold
§ Rubber Threshold
§ ELEV8® Adjustable
§ Rubber Threshold — Stone Cap(TM) Transition
§ EZ-Access 1.5-In Rubber Thresh Beveled (1 or 2 pack)
§ EZ-Access 2 1/2-In Rubber Threshold/Cargo Wedge Boxed (1)
· Multifold Ramps — Ideal for wheelchairs and scooters with various wheel configurations, these comprehensive ramps can accommodate wheelchairs and scooters with various wheel configurations. They allow rear door access on utility trailers, SUVs, and vans. These ramps can be easily folded like a suitcase, making them easy to carry and store. Their full platform provides excellent stability. They come with a three-year limited warranty, safety DVD, steel security pins, and safety guide. Top models of multifold ramps include — Top Lip Extension (TLE), WCR Series (600–800 lb capacity) and Trifold Advantage Series.
· Solid Wheelchair Ramps — Designed for scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, canes and crutches, the solid one-piece aluminum wheelchair ramp can easily accommodate wider chairs. Ideal for use as a temporary ramp as well as when a more permanent ramp is desired, this 6″ ramp comes with an 850 pound weight capacity. Top models include the Ez-Access GATEWAY™ Solid Surface and Ez-Access GATEWAY™ Solid Surface W/HR series.
· Wheelchair ramps for Vans, SUVs and Trucks — Designed to load wheelchairs or scooters into and out of transport vehicles such as vans, trucks and SUVs, these ramps can easily accommodate loads of up to 400 pounds. They can be folded to carry like a suitcase. Top quality models include the Multifold Reach and Rear Door Van ramp.
Locate a Reliable Dealer in New York
When it comes to purchasing portable wheelchair and scooter ramps in New York, it’s important to choose a licensed dealer in accessibility equipment. Purchase from a reliable dealer would come with benefits such as free shipping, and installation and maintenance support.
