The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Gangways
Since it was signed into law on July 26, 1990, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has benefitted disabled Americans nationwide. It has provided businesses with direct handicap wheelchair ramp specifications, codes, and handicap access guidelines to make their products more accessible to the disabled, and with gangway manufacturers the situation is no different. Bristol Industries of Pennsylvania has always practiced a strong commitment to the ADA’s guidelines. While there are cases where residential applications are not required to meet ADA code, they do serve as a good reference point for our engineers for recommended handicap ramp slope and length as they build our commercial marine walkways.
Why should you consider an ADA gangway?
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Optional toe-kick and inside grab rail
- Piano hinges leaving no gap between gangway and docking surface
- Still completely maintenance-free
- Same durable, marine-grade aluminum
Our experts at Bristol Industries of PA have had their skills develop over decades of building ramps to accommodate anyone, regardless of handicap. If you would like to learn more, request a quote or give us a call today!
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