Modular wheelchair ramps are the most useful and common type of wheelchair access ramp on the market today and have been installed by many building owners to ensure that their building(s) is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA exists to ensure that residents of this country who have any form of disability have their rights protected. The ADA covers all forms of discrimination, equal employment rights, and accessibility to and inside of buildings for those who have physical disabilities.

One of the most common ways that building and business owners must comply with the ADA is to ensure that there is a wheelchair entrance or wheelchair ramp at the building’s entrance. According to the ADA, a wheelchair accessible entrance means that a person who uses a wheelchair has an unobstructed path from the parking lot all the way to the inside of a building. Also, the interior of a building must be handicap accessible, including hallways, elevators and restrooms.

If there is a building that is not in compliance with the ADA, or if a person’s home is in need of a wheelchair ramp for passage to the front door, the most common type of ramp to use is a modular wheelchair ramp. Modular wheelchair ramps are wide enough to accommodate any type of wheelchair and are sturdy enough to hold the weight. Also, depending on the particular modular wheelchair ramp purchased, they are easy to put together with regular, every-day tools, and they are also easy take apart.

Modular wheelchair ramps can usually be moved from one location to another if necessary. For example, if a building is planning to do construction work on the main entrance of the building and this is where the wheelchair ramp is normally located, the modular wheelchair ramp can be easily moved to another entrance door. In this case, if the wheelchair ramp was not moved and disabled persons were not able to enter the building because of a construction blockage that building would not be in compliance with the ADA and could face harsh penalties.

Not only are modular wheelchair ramps easy to move, but many styles also have the ability to be reconfigured. There are several things to consider when installing a wheelchair ramp, and one of them is the ease of use for the wheelchair user. The ADA recommends that wheelchair ramps be at particular grades and have specific turns and switchbacks that make it feasible for wheelchairs.

Modular wheelchair ramps do not necessarily have to be eyesores. Many of them are built to suit the look of common buildings, and many times ramp manufacturers will provide an option of ordering custom ramps. When they are a necessary addition to a building or a home, they can be made to blend into their surroundings.

Modular wheelchair ramps were invented to take the place of old fashioned wood ramps. They’re designed for permanent placement or for temporary use, and they’re usually made out of aluminum that is meant for outdoor use. In other words, they won’t rust.

Some of the specific benefits of a modern modular wheelchair ramp are:

* They look better than old-fashioned ramps. * They are made of aluminum and are very durable. They don’t need to be painted and they don’t require much maintenance. * They are sturdy enough to leave in a permanent spot for an extended period of time, or they can be moved, removed, or sold if no longer needed. * A modular system can be added to if more segments are needed to accommodate a particular location/building entrance. * They’re relatively easy to put together and to take down. * They are lightweight, so they’re inexpensive to ship and easy to move.

The modular wheelchair ramp is a useful and essential invention that has helped ensure that all buildings are able to comply with ADA regulations. They are also a benefit for people who need a permanent or temporary wheelchair ramp into their home. These ramps are helpful to those in wheelchairs, those who use scooters, for those who use walkers, or for anyone who cannot climb stairs.