Category: Ramps
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Wheelchair Ramps for Public Spaces: Improving Accessibility and Inclusivity
Regardless of a person’s physical capabilities, accessibility is a fundamental right that should be protected. Yet, despite recent advancements, accessibility for people with impairments remains a problem. The absence of wheelchair ramps in public areas is among the most frequent issues. We’ll talk about the value of wheelchair ramps in public places and how they…
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10 Reasons to Install Wheelchair Ramps in Retirement Communities and Nursing Homes
As we age, navigating stairs and other obstacles can become increasingly challenging. This is particularly true for retirement community and nursing home residents, who often face mobility limitations. Our ADA-compliant wheelchair and access ramps feature modular components that bolt together. The solution eliminates custom fabrication, code compliance issues, and time-consuming engineering while reducing costs, installation time, and…
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How to Clean Aluminum Ramps
Cleaning Untreated Aluminum Ramps Aluminum is a light but strong material common for outdoor and commercial applications because of its weather-resistant properties; aluminum doesn’t rust because it forms a natural oxide layer. Oxidation is a confusing process because it is a form of corrosion. Still, unlike oxidation that occurs on other metals, it does not…
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Handicap Ramp Slope and Length Calculator
Our ADA ramp length calculator determines the required ramp length for your project. Our calculator also tells you the number of resting platforms that you need to have to be ADA-compliant. As a guide, the ADA ramp requirements are 1 foot of ramp for every inch of rise for a 4.8° incline. Ramp Length Calculator A. Elevation…
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Upside Podcast – How to Prepare for a Successful Modular Stair & Ramp Installation
If there’s one thing we know for sure, things change fast in the modular construction industry. Last-minute design changes and a long list of variables over which we have very little control can impact the budget and timeline for your modular installation project, and our integrated Apex System was designed to make adapting on the fly…
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ADA Ramps and Steps for Modular Housing Facility
A Bridge Home initiative in Los Angeles, California was put into place in 2018 in an effort to help individuals who are living on the streets to find jobs and homes. To accomplish this, the city has deployed dozens of bridge housing sites and has plans to deploy many more. Each site contains several modular…
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Wood vs. Aluminum Ramps
We all know there are many material options to consider when purchasing a commercial ADA ramp for wheelchair access. Two of the most popular materials people typically consider are wood and aluminum. While project cost is important, it is also important to meet the project specifications and make the best choice for the building tenant…
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Means of Egress
The means of egress requirements are part of the International Building Code (IBC) which refer to the ability to exit the building and the path to get outside. Every new building must have means of egress, but the number of means of egress paths and sizes differ from building to building. Means of egress A…
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Secure Aluminum Ramps and Steps for Hurricane
A hurricane anchor and strap are the most reliable way to keep any outdoor aluminum ramps, steps, or canopies secure. If the product is made and installed by Upside Innovations on concrete, the product should withstand winds from a category 5 hurricane. On concrete, we always install ramps and steps using 3/8” wedge anchors, and…
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How to Measure Wheelchair Ramp Ground Slope
ADA Requirements The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires wheelchair ramps to have a slope no steeper than 1:12 so that people in wheelchairs can go up and down without assistance. This means that for every inch of rise in the threshold, the wheelchair ramp must be 12 inches (one foot) long. For example, a door…
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Ramps for Modular Buildings – Planning Your Ramp Configuration
You must consider many factors if you plan to install a modular building ramp because every site is different. Follow this guide so that you take the necessary site measurements. Why does my ramp have to be a specific length? The ramp must comply with ADA regulations if it is going to be used by…
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Wheelchair Ramp Definition – Common Terms
The ADA defines a ramp as an access route that has a slope greater than 1:20 (elevation of 1 inch for every 20 horizontal inches). There are several ADA requirements for businesses, including providing ADA-compliant wheelchair ramps that must follow particular guidelines. These guidelines discuss various parts of the ramp, and some people may not be familiar with all…