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					For use where a vertical fixed ladder is required and space is restricted. Ladders are only designed for one person and occasional use and should have a rest platform every 6m. These can be fitted on a slope of up to 15° from the vertical. Where an overall height of over 6m is essential an intermediate rest platform can be provided complete with handrail and supports. Ladders are supplied complete with safety cage when over 2500mm long and are made to suit your application. The cages can be fully welded for quick,easy erection or with bolted hoops and straps for use where access for erection is limited or transport is a problem. Options are: Self-closing Safety Gate to provide a safe working area at the top of the ladder. Retractable tubular handhold for use where the top step off is through a hatch.


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			Companion Way Ladders (also known as Ships Ladders) provide better access than a cat ladder when space allows its use. Slope is normally limited to between 65 and 75 degrees from the horizontal. Rungs can be open bar flooring or durbar. Overall width is normally limited to between 450mm and 550mm. Overall height should not be more than 3000mm. Handrails must be fitted to both sides, either to the stringers or to a wall or structure if the layout dictates it. Safety Gates are an option and can be supplied as complete units with posts or for fixing to ladders or existing structures.