The two most important features of our SL series ladders are easy installation and no maintenance.  The relative weight of these units compared to a steel unit makes it a breeze to install and as with the FL series ladders, its aluminum construction also makes it virtually maintenance free.  A Ships Ladder is an ideal solution for mezzanine access or, when combined with a Precision Roof Hatch, for roof access from interior of building.

Some important characteristics of these ladders are: *All components shall be aluminum alloy 6005-T5 *Stringers are 5" x 2" x 3/16" aluminum channel *Treads are from the same extrusion used on our Super Simplex Disappearing Stairway, 5-3/16" x 1-1/4" x 1/8" extruded channel with deeply serrated surface to maximize traction in a 30" clear width *Handrails are 1-1/2" diameter schedule 40 pipe *Mill finish aluminum *Available in pitches from 63 degrees to 75 degrees.

Available as options: *Wider tread widths up to 48" maximum *Other finishes: primed for field painting, enamel paint, anodized, vinyl safety striped *Safety textured handrail *Other tread materials: Checkered plate, grating