When it comes to ensuring the safety and accessibility of your home, every detail matters. One often overlooked aspect of your home is the patio door, which is often a sliding glass door. Sliding patio doors can be challenging for wheelchair users due to the sliding door tracks as well as the high threshold that […]
In the bustling world of construction sites, event venues, and industrial settings, the management of pipes, cables, and hoses can be a logistical and safety challenge. Ensuring the seamless flow of traffic while safeguarding both people and equipment is a multifaceted task that demands reliable solutions. In these situations, pipe and cable ramps are a […]
“What length ramp should I order for 3 stairs?” It’s the first question you should ask when purchasing a wheelchair ramp. But how exactly do you know which ramp or ramp length would be best for your stairs? Here’s how HandiRamp’s CEO and resident ramp expert, Thom, responded; “This is not a simple answer. Each […]
As the first snowflakes of winter begin to fall, they bring with them the promise of days filled with sledding, snowmen, and hot chocolate. However, the winter season also marks the beginning of hazardous weather conditions that can interfere with the safe usage of outdoor wheelchair ramps. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can make navigating […]
For centuries, the bond between humans and horses has been a source of wonder and admiration. Whether ridden for work, recreation, therapy, or sports, horses provide an avenue for connection and exploration. One often overlooked aspect of this relationship is the process of mounting the horse. While able-bodied & experienced riders don’t give mounting a […]
When you are enjoying time with friends and family, the festivities usually migrate around the house. Gorgeous weather can bring the group outdoors onto the patio or deck to continue forming core memories. However, this can be easier said than done for your loved ones who use electric wheelchairs or scooters. Your sliding patio door […]
While HandiRamp Cargo Van Ramps are designed to have a straightforward do-it-yourself installation, there may be situations where a little extra installation help would be worth a few hundred dollars investment. Luckily, HandiRamp offers installation services for our cargo van ramps. Below, we describe what the process entails and how you can schedule your cargo […]
What is Aging-in-Place? Aging-in-place refers to staying in one’s own home and community as they age. As our loved ones get older, they become more prone to slips and falls that could lead to life-altering health conditions. The problem many seniors face is that while their homes served them well in their younger years, they […]
For someone in a wheelchair, finding the best way into and out of a home can be a daunting process. When you’re fully ambulatory, you don’t think of a step or two as much of a challenge. When you’re in a wheelchair or use a scooter, the front steps to your home can seem insurmountable. […]
When my grandfather was nearing the end of his life, he had to use a wheelchair most of the time. The nursing home he was living in was equipped with ramps, but when it came time for visits home, we had to find a safe entry and exit pathway into our home. These trips were […]
Of all the things that people miss during the season of COVID-19, dining at a favorite restaurant is likely to be at the top. Who doesn’t miss a great burger, a perfectly cooked omelet, or a great craft cocktail? In this brave new world, restaurant dining has effectively become outdoor dining, and leave it to […]
View the PetStep Dog Ramp For Pools At PetStep.com While we are known for our accessibility and material handling ramps, HandiRamp also manufactures ramps for your furrier family members. If your dog loves the water as much as you do, then a ramp to help them access the water is an absolute must! But, where to […]
Lou Manfredini features a number of home improvement products on his segment on WGN9, “Mr. Fix It.” This Valentine’s Day, HandiTreads had the honor of being shown as a great way to keep you and your loved ones safe. “You will no longer fall on your rear end. This is one of the best safety […]
The 2019 National Hardware Show was a blast! Handi Ramp owner and Stop the Slip author, Thom Disch got the chance to sit down with the Carey Brothers for a great guest interview. The Carey Brothers’ On The House programs provide valuable home building and renovation advice, drawn from their 70+ years of combined experience […]
To commemorate National Safety Month in June, Handi-Ramp recently launched their Residential Safety Hub, a new and simple way to find solutions to protect unsafe areas in and outside of your home. Ensuring that our homes are safe is a top priority for nearly everyone, from installing smoke detectors or guard railings, to security systems. […]
Homeowners insurance is necessary to have and is required by most mortgage lenders until you’ve paid your mortgage in full. It can be costly if you’re not careful, but it is possible to get the coverage you need at a price you can live with. Here are five tips for reducing the cost of your […]
That’s why Handi-Ramp has our Sidewalk Repair Kit. An inexpensive, quick, easy to install alternative to having a construction company come out and create a mess. Just measure the area you’d like to cover and give us a call. 847-680-7700. Oh yeah. Check out the video too. It’ll give you an idea of how installation […]
One of our customers recently sent us some fun pictures. They were visiting Zingerman’s Deli in Ann Arbor Michigan and noticed a familiar sight guarding an entrance. A dozen or so of our black powder coated HandiTreads! The Zingerman’s empire started from from these humble beginnings in 1982. Since then they’ve sprouted into a bakery, […]
The other night I was helping my grandmother down our back deck steps after a dinner at our house. We got to the top of the steps – I was supporting her left side with my arm – and she froze. It was dark outside and the steps were barely illuminated by the light coming […]
Handi-Ramp is proud to announce that their line of non-slip treads – Handi-Treads – is now featured at a local Ace Hardware Store in Libertyville, Illinois. The treads have experienced a great deal of growth in recent years and Handi-Ramp management decided it was time to expand the retail offerings of their product. Ace is […]
As our nation makes its way thru Spring and into Summer, now is the ideal time to safeguard your patio for backyard barbecues and get-togethers with the family. For some elderly parents or senior family members, climbing the stairs of a raised deck or navigating an uneven sidewalk is often difficult and even hazardous. It […]
Can you remember 10, 20, 30, or 40 years ago when you walked across the stage full of school administrators, shook a variety of hand’s, and accepted your diploma? I can remember having butterflies in my stomach before my graduation and thinking to myself “don’t trip”. With recent technological advances and the help of companies […]
In early 2014, Handi-Ramp received a call from a homeowner requesting a ramp, double bar handrails, some threshold ramps, and grab bars to be installed for the homeowner’s 80-year-old-mother. The home, which was purchased just a month prior, did not meet the homeowner’s safety requirements. To make the mother’s daily routine easier, the Handi-Ramp crew […]
More and more people require medical assistance than ever before. Fortunately, the internet has provided us a means to connect with those who can help. So, what happens when the above is mixed together? Crowd funding. What is Crowd funding? It’s a collective effort of individuals who network and pool their money via the internet […]
In the latter weeks of December 2013, Handi-Ramp sent off a shipment of non slip tread kits to an Amazon Canada fulfillment center with the goal of selling said tread kits to the citizens of Canada, saving them on the high cost of shipping and transit time. When Amazon first offered their Prime service at […]
When Handi-Ramp first opened its doors back in 1958, its’ goal was to connect those in need to easily affordable custom accessibility options. This has since grown to offer additional ramp’s in a variety of both portable and permanent options, in addition to safety products. Recently, in efforts to continue developing both their accessibility and […]
What if your family was faced with the reality of moving your grandmother into your home for round the clock care for her safety? Would your home be suited for this kind of commitment? The two most dangerous rooms in your home are the bedroom and bathroom. Did you know every year about 235,000 people […]
Imagine having to keep your family safe from slips and falls on a ramp or deck during British Columbia’s coldest winters on record. Tough job, right? Not for this family. In the midst of expanding their existing deck to accommodate their aging mother, a cost-effective solution was presented to the family by the contractor to […]
After months of preparation and planning, non slip treads by Handi-Ramp are now officially available thru Amazon’s FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) Canada program. What does that mean? For those current and potential customers located in Canada you no longer have to pay excessive shipping and handling fees to receive your product, or will you need […]
As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, some 40 million or more Americans will hit the road over the course of this week. Remember last year when Chicago and St. Louis was hit with heavy fog the day before Thanksgiving? This year seems to echo the same theme with Winter Storm Boreas bearing down on the eastern seaboard, […]
Forklifts or powered industrial trucks are such an integral tool to warehouses that they’re almost like the air workers breathe – taken for granted. A forklift is a powerful tool that allows a single person to lift and move large heavy loads, such as a yard ramp. But there are risks with a forklift. According […]
Let’s face it – you’re sad the pontoon boat your family owns must be stored away. It’s the time of year where no one will take a ride on the lake no matter what they are bribed with, all due to cold temperatures. On a positive note, this IS the time of year when boat […]
When considering the purchase of a horse mounting ramp there are several safety considerations that should be taken into account. PATH International (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) has a few specifications for safety while the ramp is in use. In this article we review how the three safety criteria apply to Handi-Ramp horse mounting […]
It is nearing fall again. It’s time for leaves to fall, and all kinds of critters to wander about their fall activities finding food, shelter and a place to hibernate for the winter. A window well could be a nice place for those animals to hang out for the cold winter months. Even in […]
Stairs as Art Have you ever thought that a set of stairs could be a work of art? Well they can be, especially if they represent music and culture at a nightclub or restaurant. One of our customers who is a mosaic artist called us about a recent project that they are working on. It […]
As we leave the warmer summer months behind and enter the cooler, latter part of the year, we know one thing: football season is upon us. It is easy to get carried away (especially during high school and college games) when your team is playing at home against a top rank opponent. Quite often with […]
Many companies lack a loading dock for offloading freight from the back of a truck into the dock. Finding a solution that solves this particular problem has become a common issue when we hear from customers needing this product. Portable yard ramps are the solution to the problem of not having a loading dock. Recently, a […]
It never ceases to amaze me the various applications Handi-Ramp carries for their products. Just the other day I got a call from an Embassy in Washington D.C who was looking for parking lot post protectors. Fifty of them! For those of you not familiar with post protectors, they are a protective device that is […]
When people purchase Handi-Treads more often than not the treads will be mounted to an outdoor area, such as stairs, a walkway, a ramp etc. As it is, many do not think of the indoor benefits a tread might have to other stairs or walkways. Just recently, we had a customer purchase some of our […]
Lack of Curb Ramps Threatens Safety If you had the chance to save a life (or two) and save thousands of dollars in the process, would you do it? What if I told you dozens of small towns and cities across the United States are and have been facing the rising problem of inaccessible curbsides […]
Whether through age, illness, or disability, becoming reliant on a wheelchair paves the way for considerable changes to your way of life. The same four walls you’ve live in all your life can become a prison. Something as simple as getting from your driveway to your front door can become a challenge if you’re in […]
According to the 2010 census, nearly 57 million people in the United States have a disability. That’s 19 percent of the population! This means more likely than not, you know someone who has a disability. So how do you prepare your home if you invite that person over for dinner, a movie marathon, or game […]
Safety is paramount in any workplace, but especially in warehouses and workshops, where staff deal with sharp tools and heavy equipment on a daily basis. Here are some good tips for creating a safe work space. Store your tools safely Leaving tools lying around your workshop is a sure-fire way to get someone injured. Make […]
When choosing to have a permanent ramp installed at your home or business, there are two main options for the ramp’s material: wood and aluminum. Despite wood ramps being less expensive than those made from aluminum, the durability, practicality, and simplicity of an aluminum ramp make it well worth the extra cost. Wood Ramp vs. […]
Safety around the home is something all homeowners should be aware of, and any steps that can be taken to improve safety are almost certainly good steps to take. Of course, most homeowners must also be concerned with the expense of any such improvements, so it is wise to look for ways to upgrade […]
Suppose it is Thursday night. It’s your weekly bowling night with the guys at the local lanes. The weather outside is low 30’s with a chance for snow around the second game. That’s ok, you say. You’ll take your smoke break after the first game is completed and take a little more time than normal. […]
Slipping is one of the biggest – and costliest – reasons for employee absence, not to mention subsequent compensation claims. Sliding across the floor might seem like one of the least serious accidents, but it can result in some nasty strains, fractures and even concussions. As an employer, with a duty of care and safety […]
What is the best option for stair repair? Pour new concrete or repair stairs with HandiTreads? Have you recently made a decision to repair your stairs? Have they been deteriorating or deemed unsafe by a family member or neighbor? What if you had concrete stairs that were structurally sound, but the surface was pitted with […]
If you are a business owner or are responsible for the safety and well-being of your employees and are in need of information on how to minimize slipping or falling, then you have come to the right place. This article will provide you with some simple, key procedures that can and should be implemented right […]
At last, summer has arrived! This is the time of year for families and friends to grab their swimsuits, suntan lotion, and towels and get into the water. We at Handi-Ramp, north of Chicago in Libertyville, are lucky as there are many aquatic options within a few hours’ ride. It is relaxing and fun to […]
Weather Changes – In Boston as Well as Anywhere – Think of Safety – Think of HandRails Imagine yourself invited to an important fund-raiser at one of the top hotels in Boston. You bought a brand new designer gown weeks ago, and just recently purchased a pair of new heels, which happen to be the […]
Slip, trip, and fall accidents make up a large proportion of industrial accidents, and cause serious injuries in homes across the country. While it may seem simple to just “watch where you’re going,” people living or working in areas with a high risk of slip, trip, and fall accidents can use other, more surefire measures […]
Now that the Midwest weather has begun to warm up and flowers bud, many of us have started to think of home improvement projects for the year. Various home improvement companies will generate TV and radio ads to promote assorted products. As it turns out, Las Vegas will be hosting the largest housing hardware products […]
Deer Thrive in Suburban Environs Late last week I received a call from a customer located in a far northern suburb of Chicago IL – not too far from where Handi-Ramp is based. If you are unfamiliar with the far northern areas, we are famous for Six Flags Great America, and Gurnee Mills Mall, the […]
Companies, particularly in the manufacturing industry, spend millions of dollars a year maintaining and improving workplace safety standards. A team of researchers in England recently broke down four key factors that affect workplace safety and outlined how to improve them. Grouping the Factors The factors that influence workplace safety, like many other things in human society, are […]
Accidents can happen on spring break, even though vacation is a time to relax, have fun and forget your worries. But there are a few cases where having fun can be dangerous, many do not pay attention to what is going on. I witnessed a near slip and fall when I was on traveling in […]
Imagine walking through a nature preserve, admiring its beauty and lack of street noise. You come up to an area with a wooden staircase leading down to a pond. One foot is planted on the top stair, then a second foot. Before you take another step, you are losing traction, slipping off the stair. By […]
What does the phrase ‘Made in the USA’ mean to you? With Presidents week wrapped up and honorably ending with Washington’s official Birthday, it is always good to take a moment to think about our country, what it stands for, and reflect on being an American. One of the things that makes President’s day a […]
When winter arrives, you feel it: a freezing cold, snowy, slushy season. One of the first things many people do is grab that $20 bag of salt at the nearest grocery store. In any given winter, we go through several bags of the clear pellets in hopes of reducing slips and falls by family members, […]
With the Chicago winter slowly winding down, many residents are readying themselves for another season: graduation. Many people will have a son or daughter, grandson or granddaughter walking across the prestigious stage this coming spring, and because of the achievement, many families will bring their extended families in from around the area, or across state […]
I awoke before sunrise Monday morning, a.k.a. Super Monday, to find three inches of snow had fallen overnight and encased my vehicle. Luckily, I did not slip and fall walking out the front door, or along my driveway. I have installed HandiTreads on my front steps on top of a threshold ramp. The snowfall this […]
At Handi-Ramp, we’ve been making ramps that bring safety and security to our customers for over 54 years. We bring solutions to the accessibility, safety, and materials handling industries. Our job is to solve customer problems — We provide advice to make your material handling operations run smoother, create handicapped accessibility, or we make your […]
Treads – I leaned a new meaning of a very old word today. Officially, the dictionary lists the definition as “To tread on something, to walk on.” Reading on, I also leaned there are many types of “treads”, including a tire tread, shoe tread, and even the specific way a person walks. Then there are […]
It was Friday, the start of the weekend and I was looking forward to it. After a slight slip on icy cement sidewalk my mind was on slip, trip and falls all weekend. I work for Handi-Ramp. We sell safety products. Typically when I’m out and about I am scanning for potential improvements that can […]
We’ve all been there. The Problem: You are working at a retail or wholesale store. It’s near the end of your shift, and the boss just asked you to move a box of heavy merchandise from one section of the floor to the other. As you struggle to handle the increasing weight of the box […]
A customer called and asked, “I’m interested in how you attained OSHA approval of your safety surfaces, as you claim on your tread plates. Can you provide me documentation on this?” This is a great question. I have reconstructed the process we went through to validate that claim. The OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910 Subpart […]
Many people go through life depending on the assistance of others. Such was the idea in this case. An employee at a Chicagoland Institution contacted us about outfitting their restrooms with grab bars for those physically disabled. Upon speaking with a disability expert, the school decided to purchase five grab bars to be used in one […]
Earlier this morning a potential customer contacted Handi-Ramp via phone and explained her situation. This is her story. Her husband, who is wheelchair bound 90% of the day, was lucky enough to have a friend build them a wooden ramp so that he could access their home more easily. Unfortunately, many problems arose after the […]
Truck driving is one of the jobs with the highest slip, trip, and fall rates. As a result, it is an industry with a high cost of workers’ compensation. To ensure the highest safety for its drivers, one of the many safety precautions for getting in and out of the cab is the three point […]
It was a hot August day when Alex answered the phone at Handi-Treads in Libertyville, IL. “Hello, this is Handi-Ramp. How may I help you?” Alex said. “Hello. I am looking for a product called Handi-Tread™. We saw it on your website. It looks like we need your treads.” “Sure, I am happy to help. […]
