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ACCESSIBILITY COMPARO
A PICTORIAL COMPARISON OF ACCESSIBILITY TECHNOLOGY
Seating and wheeled mobility interventions can go a long way toward achieving independence for their users. But the other part of the equation is an environment that is accessible and inclusive of both consumers and their technology.
For this story, we invited manufacturers of bath hygiene systems, pool lifts, ramps and wheelchair securement systems for automotive vehicles to self-report specifications and sizing for their products.
Measurements in this comparo are reported in inches and/or feet, as appropriate. Weights are listed in pounds (lbs.). In many cases, products have ranges of measurements. Options may be included in standard pricing or available as up-charges.
Data in this article was edited for space, and additional options, accessories, sizes, etc., are often available. Custom sizes, options, accessories or designs for products may also be available on request. “ADA” is an abbreviation for requirements and standards associated with the Americans with Disabilities Act. “N/A” is listed if a category doesn’t apply or if no information was submitted.
These comparisons are intended to be introductory resources for mobility and accessibility professionals seeking to compare
similar products within a certain category. For more information, please contact
the manufacturers as listed in the Resources section within this story.
This comparo, as well as others for additional product categories,
are available for download as pdfs from our Web site:
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Ramps
Type
Construction
Lengths
Widths
Portable?
Surface
Handrails?
Weight capacity
Rise height
Options, custom or with upcharge
M5
Alumilite Landscape
SmartRamp
Modular
Aluminum
Modules available: 1', 2', 3', 4', 5', 6', 7', 8'
Walking surfaces 36", 42", 44", 48" wide
No, but easily reinstalled
Slip-resistant solid surface
Yes, ADA-compliant handrails
Residential 750 lbs.; bariatric 1,200 lbs.; Commercial 100 PSF
Standard Legs 36"; with X-Brace 124"
space constraints; mesh surface ramps and platforms; ramps and platforms for commercial (public access) buildings; threshold, supported, adjustable threshold, portable folding; stairs, gates, ground platforms, pickets, guardrails
Portable
Powdercoated aluminum
3', 4', 5' stocked; custom lengths available
29", 36" stocked; custom widths available
Yes
Knurled slip-resistant surface
No
600 lbs.
Any
Aluminum or
four colors of powdercoating (Terracotta, Slate, Sage and Sand)
Ramps for minivans and full-sized vans
Aluminum metal profiles
46.85-109.45"
32.68-50.39"
Requires only single-hand operation to move and remove
Non-slip, perforated
Two handles with pneumatic absorber
660 lbs. + 440 lbs. extra load capacity = 1100 lbs. total capacity.
Approximately 28" if using a 9' length ramp
Straight fold-up or swivel mounted; comes fitted with quick-locking system and has 90° opening
Custom-sized platforms and ramps to meet
AMF-Bruns of America
AlumiRamp Access4U
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