Ramp News

Christmas is a busy and sometimes overwhelming time for all of us but this recent article highlights how normal Christmas struggles can become extremely debilitating for some disabled people. Wheelchair users, in particular, can struggle in the Christmas rush and the nightmare experience can even put many off from even trying to go out. While ...

When it comes to workplace safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be near the top of your list. While other preventative measures and training should always be used first and foremost, there are many industries and work environments that need some form of PPE as well. There is a wide range of protective equipment to choose from but this ...

As the weather gets both colder and wetter, construction sites, events and other outdoor works areas struggle through the winter months. Muddy or frost ground makes for tough working conditions which can be more than just a nuisance. Slow work means delayed projects and wasted costs, not to mention the costs and dangers to pedestrians, workers and ...

Struggling to get your wheelchair or mobility scooter over your PVC threshold? Unsure how to overcome that awkward ledge on the PVC doorway? We have many customers call with this issue, do not fear, The Ramp People are here with the perfect wheelchair ramp for you! Are Up & Over Threshold Ramp kits are perfect for allowing you to overcome PVC ...

Since 2006 a lot has changed for The Ramp People. We begun in a small unit in leafy Godalming, Surrey. We have rapidly expanded and we are quickly outgrowing our once empty warehouse in Esher, just outside of London. No longer just UK based, we have a growing customer base across Europe with sites in Ireland, France and Germany!  Team work is ...

It’s back to school season for many of us and a busy time for everyone. Even people not experiencing the back to school rush will see its effects on the roads as rush hours get even busier. Amongst all the chaos safety might not be first on many peoples minds, but it’s more important than ever to make safety, especially outside schools, a ...

Early this year we introduced our Viper Economy Cross Folding Travel Ramp. The ramp instantly sold out and has been in high demand ever since!  As experts in the ramp world, we know a wider variety of aluminium folding van ramps is needed to ensure we can find a folding van ramp suitable for your load height and capacity. Our folding van ramps ...

There are various factors you need to take into consideration when purchasing a Plant Ramp.  Key Factors  Your load height (the height from the ground to where the ramp will rest) The maximum capacity you wish to load  Does the machine have rubber or steel tracks?  What connection type do you require?  Your ...

Modular Rubber Ground Level Container RampThe Ramp People's Modular Ground Level Container Ramp has been one of our top selling loading ramps this year. With an impressive 10,000kg capacity, they are perfect for allowing forklifts and pallet trucks to easily access shipping containers. Introducing Ground Level Shipping Container RampsThe rubber ...

It is not just wheelchair users benefiting from our rubber threshold ramps, tortoises are to! The Tortoise Sanctuary in Wales recently purchased some of our rubber threshold ramps. The wheelchair ramps are being used to help their Giant Tortoises get in and out of their enclosures. The ridges on our rubber ramps have helped ensure they are ...

Event safety can be a daunting task whether you're looking at putting on a small indoor event or a huge outdoor music festival. With both pedestrians and expensive equipment to protect, plus large crowds to organise, it's important that you implement the right tools to keep your event safe. To help, take a look at our event walk-through with handy ...

An event safety plan isn’t just essential, it’s a legal requirement. Ensuring the safety of your event workers and attendees is your legal responsibility, and not doing so could see you prosecuted and fined by the HSE. Unfortunately, coming up with an event management plan for event health and safety can be extremely difficult if you haven’t ...