Canada Post in Oliver, BC needed to improve efficiency and expand their access to an existing, older building. At the same time they were required to meet the updated safety standards, including BC Building and CPC Accessibility Codes. Canada Post required a ramp to go from grade to dock level. With the increase in eCommerce parcels, they needed the ability to safely move carts of packages from the dock to waiting postal trucks at ground level. Along with the ramp they also needed a new stairway for employee building access. With the extreme climate in Oliver, BC they also needed a durable finish that would look good for many tough winter and summer seasons. Together with Canada Post, Nation Ramps designed a unit that met all of their demands to win the contract. Once the contract was awarded the ramp needed to be designed, manufactured, delivered and installed within a six-week window.
The solution was a custom Nation Ramps ramp, platform and stairway design that integrated with their existing dock and building access points. Having worked on many government projects, we knew the demands for performance and quality required for this Canada Post project.
Prior to beginning the manufacturing process, our engineering team produced conceptual design and drawings for discussion and approval. Once Canada Post management was satisfied and signed off on the design, we engineered, manufactured, delivered and installed the custom ramp and stairway in Oliver within their short delivery window.
Our Solution:
CUSTOM RAMP | PLATFORM | STAIRS
Platform Section: 5’7″L x 6’W x 28″H
Ramp Section: 28’L x 5’7″W x 28″H
Handrails: Included where needed
Structure: made of steel
Surface: made of anti-slip material
Capacity: 10,000 lbs
Gradient: 1-12, to meet local building code requirements
For Canada Post, a Nation Ramps custom ramp, platform and stairway solution was the answer to fulfil their code and efficiency requirements. With 10,000 lbs. weight capacity, a 5’7”’ wide and 28’ long ramp, combined with a 6’ wide and 5’7” long platform. The ramp was coated in non-slip material and built with a 1-12 gradient to meet local building code requirements. Along with the highly specific design specs the unit needed to be galvanized to handle the climate specific to Oliver, BC. Chilly, double digit, sub-zero winters and extremely hot, desert climate summers. Able to handle the wear and tear of continual cart traffic, offering years of service, while still looking like the day it was installed.
Our Nation Ramps team, including our talented engineering and production staff, worked closely together with the Canada Post management team. Designing for durability and with high quality North American steel; manufacturing a solution to survive the rigors of unforgiving weather and non-stop use. Chosen by Canada Post in Oliver, BC because Nation Ramps was capable of meeting their custom requirements, short delivery window and budget.
Nation Ramps has earned a solid reputation from working with clients like Canada Post throughout the United States and Canada. Delivering quality engineered ground to dock ramps, portable loading docks, equipment loading ramps, stand alone platforms and custom solutions that meet our clients’ demands to improve efficiency; saving time and money.
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
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NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
Used Portable Loading Ramp | Forklift Loading Ramps | Heavy Duty Loading Ramps | Mobile Yard Ramp USA | Equipment Loading Ramp USA | Truck Loading Ramp | Yard Loading Ramp
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Lott Brothers Construction was contracted by Ford to renovate an existing building on their research center grounds in Austin, Texas. Lott Brothers Construction is an existing Nation Ramps client, so we looked forward to working on another project with them. Ford required vehicle access to the building at multiple points. The architectural drawings included three ramps to go from grade to the garage level. The design included two vehicle entrances and a single exit. With 12’ wide doorways, they wanted to maximize the ramp widths to handle any possible type of vehicle traffic. Together with Lott Brothers and Ford, Nation Ramps designed three units that met all of their demands to win the contract. Once the contract was awarded the ramp needed to be designed, manufactured, delivered and installed to meet with their strict construction timeline.
The solution was three custom, two-piece ground to dock ramps to be assembled on site. Having worked with many multinational and construction companies, Nation Ramps understood the level of communication and planning required.
Prior to beginning the manufacturing process, our engineering team produced conceptual design and drawings for discussion and approval. Once Ford management was satisfied with the designs and signed off on the drawings, the ramps were engineered, manufactured, delivered and installed to the project site in Austin, Texas on the requested date.
Our Solution:
GTD25K-12×144-14S x 2 units
2 Section Ramp
Ramp Length 12 Feet
Ramp Width 144 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 139 Inches
Ramp Capacity 25,000LBS (GVW)
Ramp Height – Adjustable 12″ to 16″
Operating Angle Range 7° to 9° (+/- 0.5°)
12” Safety Rub Rails
GTD25K-24×144-25S x 1 unit
2 Section Ramp
Ramp Length 24 Feet
Ramp Width 144 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 139 Inches
Ramp Capacity 25,000LBS (GVW)
Ramp Height – Adjustable 23″ to 27″
Operating Angle Range 7° to 9° (+/- 0.5°)
12” Safety Rub Rails
For Ford, the decision was to manufacture three, two-piece ramps, engineered with a custom heel to allow for maximum adjustability and support. Parameters were: 25,000 lbs. weight capacity, 12’ wide ramps and minimal length to support ground clearance for all vehicles, including the Ford GT. Along with the highly specific design specs, the units needed to have esthetic appeal to compliment the rest of the renovation. Able to handle the wear and tear of continual traffic, offering years of service, while still looking like the day they were installed.
Our Nation Ramps team, including our talented engineering and production staff, worked closely together with Lott Brothers to ensure the final install met the architectural design and vision for the Ford Research Center. Designing for functionality and with high quality North American steel; ensuring that their Research Center operated as efficiently as possible. Chosen by Lott Brothers Construction on multiple projects because Nation Ramps is capable of meeting their custom requirements, delivery deadlines and budget.
Nation Ramps has earned a solid reputation from working with clients like Lott Brothers Construction and Ford throughout the United States and Canada. Delivering quality engineered ground to dock ramps, portable loading docks, equipment loading ramps, stand alone platforms and custom solutions that meet our clients’ demands to improve efficiency; saving time and money.
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
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NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
Used Portable Loading Ramp | Forklift Loading Ramps | Heavy Duty Loading Ramps | Mobile Yard Ramp USA | Equipment Loading Ramp USA | Truck Loading Ramp | Yard Loading Ramp
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Nation Ramps recently had the pleasure of working with Troy Chemical to find a ramp solution. The Nation Ramps Team met with the people at Troy Chemical to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
Troy Chemical came to Nation Ramps with the issue of having to load tractor trailers without a functional Loading Dock Door. Our Portable Loading Dock Ramp solution helped solve this issue for them.
Project Specifications:
Model: PLD22k-34-102-50A
Ramp Length 26.5 Feet
Platform Length 7.5 Feet
Ramp Width 102 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 97 Inches
Ramp Capacity 22,000 lbs (GVW)
Ramp Height Adjustable 41″ to 60″
12″ Safety Rub Rails
What Troy Chemical is all about:
Troy Corporation develops and manufactures performance materials for industry. These materials are used and available in over 100 countries to produce high performing, cost-effective, and sustainable products. Troy’s objective is to provide superior products and technology for the needs of customers, drawing on knowledge and expertise gained from serving markets worldwide for over 60 years.
Thank you, Troy Chemical for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
Used Portable Loading Ramp | Forklift Loading Ramps | Heavy Duty Loading Ramps | Mobile Yard Ramp USA | Equipment Loading Ramp USA | Truck Loading Ramp | Yard Loading Ramp
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Nation Ramps recently had the pleasure of working with Velocity Telecom to find a ramp solution. The Nation Ramp Team met with the people at Velocity Telecom to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
Velocity Telecom came to Nation Ramps with the issue of having to fully open their bay door for frequent forklift and vehicle traffic. Our Ground to Dock Ramp solution solved this issue for them.
Project Specifications:
Model: GTD16K-27-120-S
Ramp Length 26.5 Feet
Ramp Width 102 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 97 Inches
Ramp Capacity 16,000LBS (GVW)
Ramp Height – Per Request
12″ Safety Rub Rails Included
Mounting Brackets Included
What Velocity Telecom is all about:
Thank you, Velocity Telecom for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
To view more Nation Ramps case studies, click here
Nation Ramps recently had the pleasure of working with Amphenol Aerospace to design and create a custom ramp solution. The Nation Ramps Team met with the people at Amphenol Aerospace to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
Amphenol Aerospace came to Nation Ramps with the issue of having to fully open their bay door for frequent small package deliveries. While not always a problem, during the winter months in New York the drop in temperature could make having the door open for even a short time thermally inefficient, not to mention quite unpleasant. They decided a cut out door in the main dock roll up, coupled with a 20ft Nation Ramps Ground to Dock Ramp, built to custom height, was the perfect solution. Now, instead of ground level deliveries, all package trucks use the T-Lane ramp to back directly up to the new delivery access in the heart of their shipping receiving center. The new access greatly reduces weather exposure, while the new custom docking level means packages are passed through at an ideal height for their conveyer system, reducing back strain and potential for injury.
Project Specifications:
Ramp Length 20 Feet
Ramp Width 120 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 115 Inches
Ramp Capacity 16,000LBS (GVW)
Ramp Height – 35 Inches
12″ Safety Rub Rails Included
Mounting Brackets Included
Nation Ramps Division Delivered the Following:
GTD16K-20-120-S
What Amphenol Aerospace is all about:
Amphenol Aerospace, a Division of Amphenol Corporation, is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world for the Military, Commercial Aerospace and Industrial markets. Amphenol designs, manufactures and markets cylindrical and rectangular, electronic, fiber optic, EMI/EMP filter, and a variety of special applications connectors and interconnect systems. Our new 307,000 square foot facility is nestled at the foothills of the Catskill Mountains in Sidney NY. The complex houses approximately 1,000 employees, incorporating state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies including CNC machining, die-casting, molding, impact and extruding, plating, screw machining and process controls. Our fully equipped material evaluation lab and an engineering support organization utilizing the latest in computer aided design software and analysis tools. This allows us to design, test and qualify interconnect systems.
Thank you, Amphenol Aerospace for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
To view more Nation Ramps case studies, click here
Nation Ramps recently had the pleasure of working with REHAU to design and create a custom ramp solution. The Nation Ramp Team met with the people at REHAU to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
This ramp was designed and built to provide easy access from ground level to loading dock level, at a very low level of grade. REHAU had a high volume need for forklift use from ground level to dock door level. This custom ramp design solved their logistical needs.
Project Specifications:
Ramp Length 35 Feet
Ramp Width 102 Inches
Ramp Usable Width 97 Inches
Ramp Capacity 20,000LBS (GVW)
Ramp Height – Per Request
12″ Safety Rub Rails
Mounting Brackets Included
Nation Ramps Division Delivered the Following:
GTD20K-40-102-S
What REHAU is all about:
Unlimited Polymer Solutions
Expertise and innovative spirit have made REHAU a leading systems and service provider for polymer-based solutions in construction, automotive and industry. By combining strong development capabilities with decentralized sales and service excellence, we have become one of the top providers in the market. The highest levels of professionalism from material development through manufacturing, together with a passion for the unlimited potential of polymers are the foundation of our worldwide success as a premium brand.
Thank you, REHAU for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
To view more Nation Ramps case studies, click here
Nation Ramp recently had the pleasure of working with National Cartage to design and create a custom ramp solution. The Nation Ramp Team met with the people at National Cartage to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
Project Specifications:
Platform Length 10 Feet
Ramp Length 27 Feet
Project Width 240 Inches
Project Usable Width 235 Inches
Project Capacity 16,000LBS (GVW)
Platform Height – Per Request (48 Inches)
3 part bolt together design
42” Removable Chain Hand Rails on two sides 12” Fixed Rub Rails on two sides
Custom dock transitions included for two doors
Optional Mounting Brackets
Nation Ramps Delivered the Following:
2xGTD16k-27×120-S
1xSAP16k-20×120-S
What National Cartage is all about:
For over 75 years, National Cartage has developed a strong reputation as a proud and dedicated transportation company. Rooted in our family values and coupled with commitment to excellence, hard work and honesty, we have grown into a first-class organization.
Thank you, National Cartage for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
To view more Nation Ramps case studies, click here
Nation Ramps recently had the pleasure of working with Direct Tap in Vancouver, BC to design and create a custom ramp solution. The Nation Ramp Team met with the people at Direct Tap to go over all product details and shipping needs.
Details:
Nation Ramps Division Delivered the Following:
GTD16k-35×102-S
What Direct Tap is all about
Direct Tap was established to provide a better logistical service to craft liquor manufacturers in British Columbia. We’ve experienced the logistical services offered in the province first hand, and we understand there is a need for a specialized company. Our team has extensive experience over the past few years working through the challenges and limited options currently present in the marketplace.
The Direct Tap team is extremely passionate and active in the industry. We recognize the high standards of each individual brand we interact with, and we are an extension of each of our partners through our personal service. The services we provide are specialized and specific to the growing needs of craft liquor manufacturers in BC.
We aim to be much more than a logistics company. We truly care about the success of the brands we partner with and recognize that their success relies on maintaining strong customer relationships.
Thank you, Direct Tap for the opportunity to work with you on this project. We look forward to working with you again to help meet your portable loading ramp / dock needs!
Questions or interested in learning more? Contact our Ramp Team today!!
RENT | BUY | LEASE – NORTH AMERICAN WIDE
NATION RAMPS FULLY ENGINEERED PORTABLE LOADING DOCK RAMP BENEFITS:
Our Nation Ramps Equipment Loading Dock Ramps are designed with the user in mind. Our clients have the freedom to select one of five product models, (Ground to Dock | Equipment Loading | Portable Loading Dock| Mobile Yard Ramp| Standalone Platform) or customized ramps based on their unique project needs. Our clients benefit from the piece of mind that comes with selecting a ramp that will best help them to mitigate the challenges that often arise on site, saving time and money on all projects.
Choosing a Nation Ramps Portable Ramp provides our clients with multiple and ongoing opportunities to save time and money including:
– An in house loading dock on hand to load / unload freight as needed
– Eliminates having to over handle freight with more than one piece of equipment (including a hand pallet and a forklift)
– Lower labour costs for not having to double handle freight
– The highest level of safety standards available – invaluable peace of mind for clients and their teams
To view more Nation Ramps case studies, click here
