How to select the right threshold or transition ramp

Today, we are going to briefly cover what are your options for Threshold Ramping. When we talk about Threshold Ramping, this is about small rises into your doorway usually up something no more than five to six inches tall. We have these variances, first, we have the Suitcase ramp, second is Rubber ramping and third is Transition Ramping. Threshold ramps are a safe and affordable way to get a loved one in a wheelchair, walker, or scooter through a doorway with a raised threshold or door frame above the walking surface. Even the tiniest physical impediment can obstruct the mobility of someone who is physically challenged and relies on a wheelchair, scooter, or walker. An elevated entryway threshold between the outside and interior of a home, office, or commercial property is one of the most prevalent physical barriers. Even a half-inch difference between the walking surface and the entrance route can be hazardous.
As mentioned in the video, we have Suit Case Ramp. The length of the ramp will determine the slope. This kind of ramp is very handy because it sits on the threshold itself. The suitcase room is very handy and this ramp can be utilized as a single unit or quickly disassembled into two lightweight portions, making it even easier to use, transport, and store. These features make it simple to transport your suitcase ramp wherever you go or whenever you go to your family or friend’s house. This ultra-strong ramp offers the necessary safety and strength while staying lightweight and portable. The ramps simply fold up like a suitcase for simple transportation and storage. The benefits of having a portable ramp are as varied as the purposes for which it will be used. It is unquestionably one of the most adaptable accessibility products on the market. They unfold to provide you with secure access wherever you go. One of the features of this type of ramp is that is simple, yet very fast and portable one-step placement for instant support. Lastly, it works well with large mobility chairs and bariatric users since it is sturdy, substantial, and steady.
The second ramp mentioned in the video is Rubber Ramping. These kinds of ramps are very limited in the rise options given. These ramps can come in a precut version or it may depend on your custom order. One of the reasons why this ramp is nice is because it has good quality and is very durable and not only that but it does not make unnecessary noise whenever your wheelchair’s wheels roll over it. They can help to reduce the threshold caused by a transition to higher flooring, and they can prevent you from having to build a ramp from scratch. However, it is much more expensive compared to other ramps. The rubber ramp is one of the most useful items in the house because it can be installed in front of your house with a gutter that serves as a ramp and it can provide you with a super smooth driveway with a smooth you can just take care of it without having to hire a professional installation. This can help you save money. One feature that makes this ramp nice and has good quality is because it is flexible and is perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Rubber ramps are great for outdoor use because it can handle extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions are not a problem and it does not harm floors and doesn’t require the use of adhesives.
The last type of ramp that was mentioned in the video was the Transition ramp. This kind of ramp is tiered and adds up the height in every inch of rise up to 6 inches. A series of graduated horizontal supports on the ramp's underside offers structural integrity and stability, and this modular ramp can handle up to 700 pounds. Transition ramps are great for easy movement and is portable, self-contained threshold ramp with independently adjustable legs and swivel feet for vertical adjustment. Transition ramps are perfect for wheelchairs, scooter, walker, and cane users to produce a smooth, robust, and seam-free surface in entrances. It's made of high-strength aluminum that won't rust or corrode, and it features a slip-resistant extruded surface for better traction. This can apply if you have security doors, screen doors, doorways, sliding glass doors, and raised landings that can block thresholds and can stand on their own legs all good candidates. This can benefit those people with limited mobility who are unable to step high enough to attain balance while crossing these spaces.
Think about the safety of your loved ones and let us know what you need.
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