At Surespan, we manufacture a comprehensive range of access ladders—including Fixed, Ship’s Ladders, and Zip Retractable Ladders—in our West Midlands facility, drawing on over 30 years of expertise in creating both standard and bespoke solutions.
Our access ladders are engineered using premium materials—either marine-grade aluminium (6063-T5 and 6082-T6 alloys) or galvanised steel—to ensure exceptional durability and performance across diverse applications. From commercial roof access ladders to specialised vertical access solutions, our products are designed to meet rigorous safety standards while offering versatile installation options for any project requirement.
Understanding the critical role of access ladders is essential. An access ladder is a fixed ladder used to provide safe access to elevated areas such as rooftops, platforms, and raised floors. They are vital tools for reducing the risk of accidents and fatalities that can occur from falls from height.
Our fixed vertical access ladders form the backbone of safe access in commercial and industrial settings. These permanent installations are ideal for regular use and can be customised for both internal and external applications, ensuring reliable access to elevated areas while adhering to the latest industry standards.
Regular inspections are recommended to ensure structural integrity and compliance with current legislation. These features, combined with proper installation and maintenance, significantly reduce the risk of accidents and falls when accessing elevated areas via vertical ladders.
Our companionway ladders, also known as ship ladders, provide an ergonomic solution for maintenance access and regular use:
Through our comprehensive range of ships companionway ladders, Surespan continues to set the standard for safe, reliable, and adaptable access systems. Each product is manufactured in the UK to exacting specifications, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards while meeting the diverse needs of our global client base. Whether you require a standard companionway ladder or a bespoke design with specialised features, our expertise ensures the perfect solution for your access requirements.
Our specialised access range covers retractable ladders, zip systems, emergency exits and bespoke solutions. These products extend beyond standard ladder designs to meet complex access requirements in commercial buildings, industrial facilities and residential blocks. Each system is built in our UK factory, tested to current safety standards, and exported worldwide for projects requiring specific access solutions.