Tips and Product Guides

This blog aims to help The Ramp Factory customers identify the Wheelchair Ramp Length they require. Using this guide to calculating the required ramp length, customers will be able to easily identify which ramp length, and type will be most suitable for their needs. The blog also provides helpful information on how to use, and choose the correct ...

Made in Europe, our range of steel and aluminium semi-permanent wheelchair ramps are perfect for mobility scooters, wheelchairs and walkers. These modular ramps are available in galvanised steel and aluminium and can be customised to meet your requirements, for example, to include handrails, steps and additional turning ...

As Christmas approaches and you anticipate visiting family and friends, all you want for Christmas this year are ramps. With our bestselling range of mobility ramps for manual wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, and scooters, The Ramp Factory wants to make your Christmas wish come true. Our ramps are designed to provide safe and easy access for ...

It is possible for any dog to develop back problems, but there are certain breeds that are more prone than others, therefore The Ramp Factory have introduced dog ramps and dog stairs to assist your furry friend. There are many breeds of dogs that are prone to chronic back problems, including Pekingese, Dachshunds, Beagles, Corgis, Poodles, and ...

The Ramp Factory offers a variety of loading van ramps including heavy duty van ramps, folding van ramps, channel loading ramps, lorry ramps, yard ramps, as well as fixed ramps. These van ramps are designed to be lightweight, yet strong and durable. They are ideal for businesses that require safe and efficient loading/unloading of goods. The Ramp...

There is a wide range of folding van ramps available at The Ramp Factory, including ramps in a variety of widths, lengths, and weight capacities. The ramps are designed for easy installation and come with a variety of safety features to ensure the safety of users. They are also made from high-quality materials to ensure durability and longevity. ...

All our products are designed and built with ramp safety in mind. This includes using slip-resistant materials and making sure ramps are wide and stable enough to support users' weight. The purchaser is responsible for ensuring the ramps they purchase are appropriate not only for their needs, but also to the specifications we specify on our website...

Unlike most of our aluminium loading ramps, our mobile yard ramps are made of steel and are suitable for unloading forklifts, scissor lifts and genies. The ramps can also be used in other situations; for example, we have supplied them to customers who created a temporary aisle or who needed a mobile loading ramp to position vehicles on a stage at a...

The DDA stands for The Disability Discrimination Act which covers disabled access into buildings from 2005 onwards. This was replaced 5 years later in 2010 by the Equalities Act 2010, however, a lot of people still refer to the old DDA! Technically The Disability Discrimination Act is no longer relevant and can actually be extremely misleading and ...

Whether you are seeking to loading your motorbike into your shed for storage or you wish to load your motorcycle into your van ready for a trip round the Blakewell Loop or the Cornwall Coastline, we have a ramp solution for you.  Here at The Ramp Factory we offer an extensive range of portable, folding and fixed ramps to allow you to easily ...

Accordingly to the Equality Act 2010, taxi drivers are required to provide assistance to those in wheelchairs. Prior to this the  Disability Discrimination Act 1995 was in place to ensure taxis remained accessible. It is important that taxi drivers are able to find the right ramp length and ramp type to provide users with a suitable gradient but...

People with disabilities in the United Kingdom who purchase disability aids for personal and domestic use qualify for VAT exemption when purchasing these items. They also do not need to pay the VAT on any installation work undertaken related to the item.  Those who are disabled can claim VAT relief on various alterations undertaken in the ...

All of The Ramp Factory aluminium ramps for plant & machinery are TUV certified (https://www.tuv.com/united-kingdom/en/) which means they are designed, tested and built at a 30% gradient to allow for safe use.  All of our aluminium ramps for plant & machinery (except our car ramps) are made with a foot end that is made to sit flat on ...

It is possible to navigate doorways, curbs, and low heights with ease by using the rubber threshold ramps offered by The Rmp Factory. In order to select the correct ramp for your requirements, simply measure the vertical height of the threshold and select a rubber threshold ramp that is the same height as (or as close to) the threshold height as ...

If you are unable to find a suitable ramp from our Aluminium Ramps for Plant & Machinery range do not worry! We are able to offer a huge variety of customisations on these ramps to tailor them to your needs.  When choosing your Aluminium Ramp for Plant & Machinery there are a number of connection options available. Our ramps come with...