Switchback Wheelchair Ramp

Reach higher elevations in limited space with a switchback wheelchair ramp compliant with both ADA and IBC regulation.

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Ramps for Commercial, Industrial, and Non-residential Spaces that Require a Long Run to Reach High Elevations

You need a big ramp, but traditional construction is costly and time consuming. You can’t have that kind of downtime but need an accessible route.

The RightWay Pro Switchback configuration navigates higher elevations with a series of landings to maintain a 1:12 slope. Avoid significant concrete work with a cost effective solution and rapid deployment. Most designs can be installed in a few days by a small crew of common labor. Assembled on-site with simple tools – no metal or concrete work is necessary. Add accessibility to your commercial, institutional, industrial, and historical buildings as a permanent upgrade without the complication of penetrations and building attachments.

It meets or exceeds the regulations set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the International Building Code (IBC), ensuring safe, easy access for all. Manufactured in our factory, we produce engineered, modular components in a controlled ISO certified production facility for world class quality and safety. With 35+ years of experience designing and manufacturing platforms, FlexDecks is ready to tackle your problem. Multiply Safety & Productivity with a FlexDecks Ramp today!

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ADA/IBC Compliant

Avoid costly lawsuits with our compliant, “out-of-the-box” tailored designs, which meet any local permitting requirements.

Rapid Installation

Our simple bolted connections, which can be made with unskilled labor, cut construction time by 50%+ over traditional form and concrete methods.

Modular & Affordable

We construct systems in our ISO-certified factory to reduce assembly time, labor expenses, and safety issues at the construction site.

Versatile

Flexible and scalable component designs are easily re-engineered to perform a different function to meet new requirements.

Tough

Premium, highly durable components ensure that your investment is secure for both permanent and semi-permanent installations.

Tread

Our premium, patented safety tread is self draining, anti-slip, anti-bounce, and omni-directional.

Designed to Your Requirements

Our switchback wheelchair ramps are designed to suit the specific requirements of your building or access route.

You need a rapid response to your accessibility problem. Our expert team of engineers will prepare a compliant design and estimate for you in 1 – 2 days so you can quickly evaluate your options. We’ll work to deeply understand your requirements and concerns so you can trust how our solution delivers the result you’re looking for.

Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

  • The ramp must have a slope of 1:12 or less – every inch of rise requires 12 inches of ramp length.
  • The minimum ramp width must be at least 36 inches, though some U.S. states may require a greater width.
  • There must be a rest platform on the ramp for at least every 30 inches of vertical rise.
  • Ramps should have a top and bottom landing at least 60 inches long.
  • All edges must be protected so there is no risk of falling off the ramp.
  • Ramps above 6 inches tall must have continuous handrails on both sides.

International Building Code (IBC)

  • The ramp must have a slope of 1:12 or less – every inch of rise requires 12 inches of ramp length.
  • A ramp exceeding 30 feet must have an intermediate platform.
  • A ramp must have side flanges of 2 inches or more to prevent accidental slipping from the edge.
  • A ramp addressing more than 6 inches should have handrails.
  • Ramps and platforms must have non-skid surfaces and be designed to prevent water accumulation.

The Safe Access System Experts

Since our inception, it has been our goal to become the industry leader in safe access answers. 

For decades, we’ve offered surface solutions for commercial, industrial, institutional, and military clients. Our extensive experience makes FlexDecks the preferred choice for your facility’s safety and productivity. We design systems that exceed industry standards to ensure your workforce has the safest and most effective solutions. RightWay Pro Access Ramps meet or exceed regulatory standards and international accessibility criteria, ensuring accessibility, safety, and usability for all.

Other Types of Ramps

Straight

A straight-run wheelchair ramp with a gangway for a drop and go install. The straight-run ramp with a gangway is built from prefabricated components certified for strength and manufactured for consistency. The modular design allows for cost-efficient adaptation to your building and easy installation. Assembled on-site with simple tools—no welding is necessary.

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L-Shaped

L-shaped wheelchair ramp with a platform to follow the building or platform to your lower landing. L-shaped wheelchair ramps with a platform can be designed to suit the specific requirements of your building or public access area. The engineered designs use modular components that allow the wheelchair ramps to be delivered and assembled in less than one day using only a bolt driver.

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Custom

A custom-engineered wheelchair ramp to address your challenges and provide ADA-compliant public access. Configured from prefabricated components certified for strength and manufactured for consistency. The modular design allows for cost-efficient adaptation to your building and easy installation. Assembled on-site with simple tools—no welding is necessary.

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Your Quick Guide to the Right Ramp Now

Our sales sheet covers features, ideal applications, configurations, and how our ramps meet building regulations—all in a single download. No forms, no fuss. Just instant access to the details you need right now.

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re needed for elevation changes in tight spaces or when you need additional landings for stair access to other levels.

Our strong and durable steel legs support walking surface heights of up to 60” at regulation loads. Our technical team will work with you to evaluate options for even greater heights.

Yes! Our team can create a custom ramp layout to fit various heights, tight footprints, or unique layouts, ensuring safe and efficient access.

Our ramps utilize various materials suited to their specific purpose. These include 6061-T6 aluminum frames and balustrades for strength and durability, structural steel support legs for high load capacities, GRP grating for the walking surface to ensure a high coefficient of friction, durability, and resistance to heavy use and harsh elements, and uPVC handrails for long-lasting color, user comfort, and excellent weather resistance.

A monthly check should be completed to ensure basic functionality, such as tight connections, secure floor panels, and stable legs. An annual check should look at the ramp in more detail for items such as damaged frames or balustrades.

Modular ramps are cost-effective and generally bring a consistent quality to your access problem. Switchback ramps help to meet the slope requirements in areas that won’t allow a straight or L shaped ramp. Modularity also provides flexibility for custom-sized landings in complex routes.

Compliance to regulation provides safety for an accessible route, so a modular ramp that is designed to meet these requirements “out of the box” minimizes the risk of a bad design. Grating is also critical for outdoor applications to prevent water or snow buildup. Switchbacks are often used for long, winding paths and the landings allow the user to rest as needed.

Yes, we remotely support our product throughout North America with our technical and service team over the phone, email, and video conference. We can also provide onsite services as needed and you can speak with your sales representative for details.

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