Standard Modular Step System
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A fully adjustable modular step system, constructed from galvanised steel components that are bolted together.
Application
- Suitable for residential applications.
- The system can also be suitable for schools and public buildings with additional safety features such as infill handrails.
Description
The Standard Modular Step System is crafted from galvanised steel components securely bolted together. It incorporates all necessary safety measures to prevent falls, collisions, and injuries in residential settings.
This system complies with step regulations for residential structures, as outlined in Approved Documents M and K. Specifically, residential steps must maintain a gradient no steeper than 1:12 (equivalent to 4.7 degrees).
Key Features and Advantages:
- Swift design and installation.
- Available in four different widths.
- Constructed with sturdy steel, featuring a galvanised walkway and powder-coated handrails that remain comfortably warm to the touch.
- Proudly manufactured in the UK, with nationwide service coverage encompassing both the UK and Ireland.
- Components are modular and reusable, allowing for flexible design.
- Metal steps are fire-resistant, providing enhanced fire safety compared to wooden steps.
- Backed by a three-year guarantee and designed for a lifespan exceeding 25 years.
- Suitable for both short-term and long-term applications.
- Fully adjustable, facilitating easy adaptation, modification, and reuse.
- Custom sizes are available to meet specific requirements.
- Modular steps can be effortlessly removed, leaving the area in its original condition.
General information
Color | Black Guidance for specification option: Standard. Other Guidance for specification option: Also available powder-coated in any RAL colour. |
Finish | Galvanized Powder-coated |
Material | Steel |
Width | 900 mm 1000 mm 1200 mm 1500 mm Bespoke |
Height | Manufacturer guidanceThe Rapid Ramp system can be used up to 3 m high. |
Warranty description | Three year |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | L30/45 Ramps/ walkways L30/470 Ramps |
Specification data - Heavy steel stair systems
Framing members | Carbon steel angle sections, carbon steel beams, columns, channels and tees, carbon steel hot-finished hollow sections. |
Flooring and treads | Mesh platform.Guidance for specification option: As standard. Minimum width: 900 mm. GRP platform.Guidance for specification option: Optional extra. A slip-resistant and non-corrosive surface that is suitable for areas with high footfall such as schools and public spaces. The product comes in dark grey as standard. |
Connections | |
Connection fasteners | Preloaded bolt assemblies and carbon steel hexagon headed nuts and bolts. |
Handrails | Standard handrail. Guidance for specification option: The handrail is coated with thermosetting powder to provide a non-conductive, non-slip and scratch-resistant surface. Infill handrail. Guidance for specification option: The infill handrail prevents users from climbing or falling through gaps. It is often specified for schools and public buildings. 1100 mm high vertical infill handrail. Lower intermediate handrail. Guidance for specification option: For use with the standard or infill handrail. The lower intermediate handrail is designed to be used by young children and wheelchair users. The handrail should be 600 mm from the surface of the system. Manufacturer guidanceWith trombone ends as standard. |
Integral accessories | Telescopic legs. Guidance for specification option: Legs can be adjusted to accommodate different threshold heights. |
Accessories | None. Gates unit. Guidance for specification option: A gate unit can be attached to the side of a platform; 1200 mm or wider. Step unit. Access hatch. Guidance for specification option: A hatch opens allowing a person access to the underground services. Underside mesh hoarding. Guidance for specification option: This mesh is designed to prevent children from gaining access to the underneath of the ramp. It is often specified for schools and public buildings. Specification includes: • Mesh size 200 x 50 mm. • 33.7 mm OD Single mesh clip. |
Colour/ Finish | Black, powder-coated. Guidance for specification option: As standard. RAL, powder-coated. Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements. |
Width | 900 mm. 1000 mm. 1200 mm. 1500 mm. Bespoke. Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements. Manufacturer guidanceAny of the widths can be secured together to create almost any width. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | United Kingdom |
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Embodied carbonA1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804 | 156.73 kg CO₂ eq/m² Self declared Guidance for specification option: When considering the carbon embodiment within the material; it is important to understand the mass of the material. For instance, a Rapid Ramp is hollow underneath the platform, whereas, a concrete ramp is solid. The amount of carbon embodiment needs to be considered based on the mass. |
Recyclability | 96% |
Recycled contentAs defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021 | 21 % |
Literature
Ramp Platform Loading Test | Rapid Ramp
Rapid Ramp Commercial Brochure
Walkway Surface Options | Rapid Ramp
Residential Ramp Brochure | Rapid Ramp
Modular Step Unit Brochure
Case studies
Bognor Regis, West Sussex