Stainless Steel Accessible Railings

Every individual expects acceptance and societal support, but people with disabilities require it twice as much. The challenges of inclusion are regularly discussed in modern society. To help such individuals feel comfortable and actively participate in society, we must first make their living conditions easier.

Among specific solutions is equipping both residential and public buildings with accessible railings and ramps.

Outings for walks, work, or personal errands become significantly more convenient with these structures. For individuals using wheelchairs, there is no need to rely on additional assistance to enter a building. Stainless steel accessible railings help adapt spaces for normal living conditions.

Advantages of Such Structures

• Long service life due to corrosion resistance;
• Visual appeal;
• Minimal and easy maintenance;
• Ease of installation.

Features

Metal ramps are platforms with a width of about 1 meter and a slope of up to 10%. Short-term structures may have textured surfaces for better wheel traction.

Handrails

To ensure comfortable descent and ascent, the height difference in railings should exceed 45 cm.

Stainless steel accessible railings help regulate speed when descending ramps.

• Simple design and manufacturing process;
• High quality;
• Operational reliability and convenience;
• Diverse forms and finishes;
• Capability to install on sites of any size.

The most convenient option is two-level handrails for:

• Pedestrians — at 90 cm height;
• Individuals using wheelchairs — at 70 cm height;
• Children’s institutions — at 50 cm height from the ramp surface.

Handrails must meet surface standards: they should be smooth and even, never slippery, free of irregularities and burrs, with good grip to prevent falls. Stainless steel railings replace the function of curbs and ensure a safe ascent and descent with the use of hands.

Ramp Slope

The slope is specified in technical documentation and varies by height:

• 5% — for an 80 cm rise;
• Up to 10% — for floor/ground irregularities with a height difference of 20 cm or more;
• Up to 80% — for short-term structures with a height of up to 50 cm and length not exceeding 60 cm.

Ramp Dimensions

Specific requirements are also applied to ramp dimensions.

In cases of:

• One-way traffic — minimum width of 90 cm;
• Two-way traffic — width over 2 meters.

For turns and landings along the trajectory, additional dimensions are required as specified by standards.