April 23, 2010, Newsletter Issue #214: What Is A Walkboard Ramp?

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A walkboard-style ramp is made for loading and unloading trucks and elevated areas where workers can't safely just hand things down from a ladder or step stool. There are two basic types. The light duty walkboard is rated for around 600 pounds, depending on the model, and is good for any kind of product loading or unloading operation using foot traffic. If you need mechanical assistance to help with a heavier load, the second kind of walkboard ramp is best; the heavy-duty model. These are rated for around four thousand pounds, depending on the model, and while lightweight, are much sturdier than the light-duty models.

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