Manchester Airport, Manchester

PROJECT BACKGROUND: Work has begun on the airport’s 10-year, £1 billion transformation programme. 

The airport hopes ’the programme will “transform passenger experiences and help attract yet more of the world’s leading airlines” (The Manchester Airports Group: 2017).

REQUIREMENT: We were tasked with installing semi-permanent wheelchair ramps to the temporary lounge. These ramps would provide short-term wheelchair access for visitors and staff.

The lounge plays a key role within the transformation programme, enabling the redevelopment of the existing Terminal 2.

END RESULT:

Our specialist fitters successfully built east and south semi-permanent ramps airside along the airport runway and delivered on time and budget.

FEATURES INCLUDED: 

• Infill Handrail - this product prevents users from climbing or falling through gaps.
• Yellow Tread - this is a safety feature designed to help those with impaired vision identify the nose of the ramp and to help users distinguish any level changes.
• Trombone Ends - these are added to the ends of a Rapid Ramp to prevent clothes catching.
• Mesh Platform - the self-draining mesh allows water to pass through rather than collect on the surface.
• Rest Platform – a rest platform at 5 metres is required to allow the user to pause.
• 1100mm High Rail – these handrails attach to any level sections. 
• Continuous Handrail - this handrail system ensures the users always have support to hold onto.

EXTRA FEATURE INCLUDED: 

• Fully Compliant Step Unit – an ideal addition to any ramp installation, providing the access needed for able-bodied users. They can also be stand-alone units, independent of the Rapid Ramp System.