Ramp News

Ireland has a large percentage of older homes, with many homes built before 1920. Whilst these homes add charm and character, they often lack accessibility. Ireland has introduced various laws to encourage making homes accessible to those with disabilities. Laws include the Equal Status Acts 2000 - 2018 which tries to prevent discrimination against ...

Stair nosing refers to the rounded, bevelled or squared end of the step. Stair treads are the flat area of the step which you place your foot onto.  In schools, railway stations, public buildings, factories and offshore, anti-slip stair treads and anti-slip nosing are commonly installed as a way to reduce the risk for slips and ...

Mobility challenges can impact individuals of all ages—whether due to aging, injury, balance issues, or disability. Simple daily tasks like navigating steps or doorways can become difficult and even pose safety risks. In workplaces, elevated steps may also present significant health and safety concerns. To make access safer, The Ramp People ...

At The Ramp People, we provide a wide range of road safety and traffic calming tools. Our products include speed bumps, wheel stops, flow plates, speed cushions, heavy-duty cable protectors, and more.  We are excited to announce we are expanding our road safety range by introducing a selection of parking bollards and security posts. This ...

At The Ramp People, we're thrilled to expand our range of mobility aids with the addition of the Drive DeVilbiss AeroCarbon range. This premium collection features a lightweight powerchair and mobility scooter, both crafted from high-quality carbon fibre. Designed with convenience in mind, these ultra-compact models are easy to fold and lift into a ...

Manual handling is an important part of daily life for many in the workforce however it is widely recognise to come with risks which can lead to temporary or permanent injury to the employee and, in turn can lead to the risk of liability claims to the business. It is important for companies to take the risks around manual handling seriously and ...

Providing an accessible solution is essential whether you are providing access to your home, business, shop or office. Wheelchair ramps with handrails are a popular choice for many as it provides access for many from those using wheelchairs to those who require additional support when walking. Handrails also enhance the overall safety of ramps, ...

At The Ramp People we understand that choosing a wheelchair ramp can be difficult, especially if it is the first time you are purchasing a ramp. We have a team of dedicated experts on hand available via phone, email, WhatsApp and web chat to assist with all of your enquiries, whether you are seeking a folding ramp which can be stored in your car ...

Here at The Ramp People we offer an extensive range of heavy duty aluminium loading ramps, perfect for loading plant machinery into your van or trailer including diggers, excavators, dumper trucks, ride on mowers and more. Our loading ramps are available in lengths from 1.5m to 5.5m. As standard they are provided with a rest on connection however ...

At The Ramp People, we understand that finding the right wheelchair ramp for your doorway or threshold—especially narrow ones—can be a challenge. Most of our wheelchair ramps are approximately 720mm wide, however we offer a range of wider and narrower solutions. If you’re dealing with limited space, we’ve created a ...

Half steps are perfect for providing support to those with limited mobility to overcome steps, doorways and thresholds. As well as our standard half steps, we offer a range of half steps with handrails for additional support. The half steps are available in three sizes making them suitable for a range of mobility aids including walkers, rollators ...

If you've ever had to maneuver your motorcycle up a set of stairs, you know it's no easy task. Whether you're bringing it inside, navigating a garage with a raised entrance, or tackling porch steps, a sturdy motorcycle ramp can spare you from sore muscles, scraped legs, or even worse—scratches and damage to your bike. Here's everything you ...