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Portaramp at the Showmans Show
This is our stand at the recent showman's show at Newbury.

This is a new market sector for us, there is a big requirement for temporary access ramps in the events industry.

These access ramps and steps are modular in design and can be tailored to your specific requirements.

We have these products available from stock ready for your access needs.

Portaramp sponsor the Princes Trust 'Young Achiever Award'
Portaramp Managing Director Keith Jones said:

"I started my company Portaramp in 1993 with the help of support from the Princes Trust.
Now in 2005 I am pleased to be able to support the trust by sponsoring the young achiever award with their 'celebrate success' program."

Portaramp MD Keith Jones is pictured here with 2005 winner Mr. Stuart Burton.

Swing Out With Portaramp
This optional extra for the 'Easy Ramp' and 'Eazi-Load' provides clear access for loading vehicles when the ramp is not in use.

In the upright position the ramp simply unclips and swings to the side.

When used in a commercial application the ramp swings clear allowing pallets to be fork lifted directly into the vehicle saving time and potential damage to goods.

Expansion into Wales
Talks are currently underway to open a facility at Brecon in South Wales.

A showroom will include examples from the Modular, Vehicle, Commercial and Private ranges of ramps.

From this base, Portaramp will be able to service Wales, the Midlands, Bristol and the South West of England. Further details will be posted here when available.

Climb to the top!
These Stair climbers offer a practical solution to disability access where it is not possible to use conventional ramps.

The wheelchair version is designed to attach to virtually all wheelchairs and offers a secure, effective way to climb steps up to a maximum height of 22cm.

The unit is battery operated, climbs up to 300 steps per charge and has variable speed control.

The alternative version uses the same strong, durable climbing technology but has an integral seat making it ideal for people without wheelchairs.

On The Level
The Portaramp designers have done it again by producing the Gestetner Platform!

The platform is fully compatible with the company's portable ramps and provides a platform measuring 1200mm x 1200mm. It can be used as a corner section to change ramp direction or to join two portable ramps.

For added versatility the kickledges are removable and the legs are independently adjustable ensuring the correct height and platform stability are achieved.

The platform is produced using lightweight honeycomb material to achieve a product weight of approximately 17KG.

On the Move
To accommodate increasing demand for both disabled access and manual handling ramps Portaramp have moved into a 40,000 sq ft, purpose built manufacturing plant on the outskirts of Thetford in Norfolk.

Following many months planning, the move took place over the Easter Holidays and will ensure Portaramp are in a strong position for the future.

Mr Keith Jones, Portaramp's Managing Director, said, "As well as providing room for expansion, the move enables us to streamline our manufacturing and development processes ensuring we continue to produce innovative and cost effective solutions".