04 July 2024

How to choose a ladder with platform and guardrail

Guide to choosing the right ladder based on the work done

Step ladders with platform and guardrail are the best-selling, best-known and most common model in any hardware store, department store, industrial supply or specialty store. To choose the most suitable ladder for each job, it is not sufficient for the ladder to pass the tests and trials of the European standard EN131 specific for ladders. Other factors must be taken into consideration depending on the end use of the ladder. Svelt, as a specialized manufacturer of ladders, has a wide range and offers suitable solutions for every sector.
The first big difference is the type of use:

ALUMINUM STEPLADDERS WITH GUARDRAIL FOR HEAVY DUTY PROFESSIONAL USE

Professional ladders are naturally designed for intensive everyday use by professionals such as bricklayers, plasterers, painters, electricians, installers, maintenance workers, restorers or even gardeners and shipyard operators etc. , supermarkets, logistics centers, couriers. The structure of professional ladders is made up of high quality and durable components, diameters and thicknesses that withstand the daily stresses to which the ladder is necessarily subjected. Comfort and the presence of accessories are another valuable feature for professionals. For these characteristics the professional pays a much higher price with an equally high return on investment.

Professional products are always heavier than semi-professional and domestic ones and have a longer guarantee and duration.

Within this macro family we offer 6 groups of LADDERS WITH GUARDRAIL AND PLATFORM:

STANDARD PLATFORM: REGINA, REGINA+ (stronger profile)
LARGER PLATFORM: REGINA LARGE (stronger profile)
STANDARD PLATFORM AND HANDRAILS: REGINA SPECIAL
LARGER PLATFORM AND HANDRAILS: REGINA VIP (stronger profile)
LARGER PLATFORM, HANDRAILS AND 2 WHEELS (TRANSPORT LIKE A WHEELBARROW): MOBY, VERA, CASTELLANA
LARGER PLATFORM, HANDRAILS AND 4 WHEELS (TRANSPORT LIKE A TROLLEY): REGINA VIP 4WD, CASTELLANA 4WD

We also offer a cheaper set of ALUMINUM LADDERS WITH PLATFORM AND GUARDRAIL FOR LIGHT PROFESSIONAL USE: MAREA, MAREA MAXI (larger step)

There is also a specific sector that requires professional ladders in dielectric fibreglass.

DIELECTRIC FIBERGLASS LADDERS WITH PLATFORM AND GUARDRAIL FOR INTENSIVE PROFESSIONAL USE

These are heat, electricity and electromagnetism insulating ladders specifically created for electricians or for those who work near low voltage electrical cables, in the food or pharmaceutical industry. These ladders can also be used by painters as the fiberglass does not dirty the operator's hands.

Within this macro family we offer 2 main groups of FIBERGLASS LADDERS WITH PLATFORM AND GUARDRAIL:

LADDERS WITH FIBERGLASS FRAME AND ALUMINUM STEPS. The metal elements are in aluminum or galvanized steel: SMART1, MOBY FIBRA (larger platform), RECORD created for electricians or for those who work near low voltage electrical cables
LADDERS WITH FIBERGLASS FRAME AND STEPS. The metal elements are in stainless steel: SMART1 100% FIBERGLASS, CASTELLANA 100% FIBERGLASS (larger platform and 2 wheels), created for electricians or for those who work nearby of low voltage electrical cables but also for pharmaceutical and food companies where aluminum and galvanized iron cannot be used.

ALUMINUM STEPLADDERS WITH GUARDRAIL FOR OCCASIONALLY DOMESTIC HOBBY USE

According to market statistics, in recent years more and more private individuals are trying their hand at do-it-yourself and small restoration works on their homes without resorting to professionals, and the number of semi-professional and domestic ladders has grown exponentially. Also buy for the lower and more advantageous cost. These too can be used guaranteeing stability and safety at the same level. The offer of semi-professional and domestic ladders is aimed mainly at do-it-yourself lovers who want a stable and safe tool, at non-professionals who take care of the maintenance of their home on their own both inside and outside and at housewives who want a lightweight product for seasonal jobs such as taking down tents. For this reason, domestic models are normally limited to a maximum height of 8 or 9 steps.

Obviously the structure of these products is thinner with limited thicknesses and diameters for a more limited product life over time and above all designed for a much lower frequency of work than professional products. This while maintaining its security intact. For a hobbyist, comfort of use is normally less important than price.

Semi-professional and domestic products are always lighter than professional ones and have a shorter guarantee and duration.

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