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An Aluminum Ramp

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Aluminum Ramps work great for power wheelchairs or electric mobility scooters. They are light enough to move but durable and robust enough to withstand heavy loads and harsh weather conditions. These ramps make great temporary or semi-permanent solutions to accessing barriers in homes, businesses, or government offices for those in wheelchairs or power scooters. Aluminum ramps typically also have an integrated non-skid traction surface that provides excellent grip for pedestrians and wheelchairs. The grip typically lasts for years. Because aluminum is so resistant to rust, these ramps can be used outdoors or indoors for many years without corroding. They are of great value. People or businesses that are interested in purchasing an aluminum ramp have a variety of different shapes and sizes to choose from. Aluminum ramps are available in two to ten-foot lengths. Typically, they are about 30 inches wide, which is wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs and most doorways. The ramps can hel...
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Aluminum Ramp

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 When moving large or heavy materials over a small elevated area, Aluminum Ramps were once the only option. Wood ramps, however, present many problems. In fact, the EPA announced in 2002 that it would phase out the use of CCA (Chromated Copper Arsenate), a wood preservative made from a toxic chemical. This preservative was mostly used to prevent the rotting of wood, and as such, it was commonly used for treating wood that would be used outdoors. Although there are now available other wood preservatives that are less toxic, they are typically more costly and still carry some health and environmental risks. Accordingly, an alternative to wood is the wisest choice when it comes to outdoor ramps. Fortunately, there are aluminum ramps. Ramps made of aluminum are certainly more environmentally friendly in terms of environmental guidelines. This is because aluminum is nontoxic. Aluminum is also cheaper than wood. As a result, aluminum ramps are becoming more and more popular as an altern...
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