PortaWalk Portable Wheelchair Ramps
Ian C. Langtree - Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2009/02/07 - Updated: 2024/02/21
Publication Type: Informative
Topic: Wheelchair Ramps - Publications List
Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main
Synopsis: PortaWalk wheelchair ramps are designed for portable and temporary needs and engineered in compliance with ADA guidelines. Using a minimum of components to accommodate a wide variety of buildings, elevations and site arrangements, PortaWalk is the system that is cost effective, durable and portable.
Introduction
There's nothing more frustrating for someone with a disability than to approach a building without proper access and wonder how you will enter without a safe ramp.
Main Item
PortaWalk wheelchair ramps are specifically designed for portable and temporary needs as well as engineered to be in compliance with ADA guidelines. Using a minimum of components to accommodate a wide variety of buildings, elevations and site arrangements, PortaWalk is the system that is cost effective, durable and portable.
Among the many benefits that PortaWalk Ramps offer are:
- Interchangeable variations
- Relocate, re-configure and re-use
- Efficient and affordable solution
- Leasing plans available
- Excellent resale value
- ADA compliant
- Retrofitting design for all applications
- Variety of color choices and finishes
- Made in the USA
- Nationwide sales and service
Behind the design of PortaWalk ramps is a simple concept that has been attempted through construction of wood, aluminum and concrete ramps. PortaWalk is a system that is structurally superior to these other methods used for handicap wheelchair access. Steel construction provides more durability than wood, more strength and stability than aluminum and more portability than concrete. The PortaWalk's ramp surface provides optimal traction and safety in adverse conditions.
Some of the many ramp applications include:
- Permanent residential access or temporary use for visiting friends and family
- Portable classrooms
- Modular office buildings
- Construction sites
- Carnivals and Fairs
- Public Buildings
- Commercial Sites
- Historical Homes
- Churches
- Office parks
- Hospitals
- Restaurants
- Retail centers
PortaWalk , Inc. has dedicated itself to manufacturing and installing superior handicap ramping systems that enhance the lifestyle of those who are entitled to the benefits of the Americans with Disabilities Act and meeting the needs of the individuals using these ramps. For more information Phone: (972) 228-8245.
Author Credentials: Ian was born and grew up in Australia. Since then, he has traveled and lived in numerous locations and currently resides in Montreal, Canada. Ian is the founder, a writer, and editor in chief for Disabled World. Ian believes in the Social Model of Disability, a belief developed by disabled people in the 1970s. The social model changes the focus away from people's impairments and towards removing barriers that disabled people face daily. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and achievements, check out his bio.