Altam ramps are fabricated to ensure safety and performance. “x3 of your heaviest forklift capacity that you will be using”.

In Example if your forklift capacity is 6000lbs you would x (multiply by) 3 = 18,000lbs Capaity ramp would be required which we fabricate to a min of 20,000lbs. 

By using this formula we can detemrine the thickness of material used in our cross members, along with adding any reinfocements necessary to based of a 2:1 safety factor. Altam fabricates custom capacities upon request.

Lead times are determined on the shop load during the time of order. 

Typical orders range between 1-2 weeks and depend on the work load during that time. 

Need a faster lead time? No problem we can arrange for faster lead times to meet your deadlines. 

California Code of Regualtions Title 8 Section 3233

(a) Ramps used for industrial purposes only shall conform to the provisions of this section. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(1).)

(b) Ramps shall be not less than two feet wider than the widest vehicle using the ramp. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(2).)

(c) The slope of a ramp shall not exceed 1 vertical to 8 horizontal.

EXCEPTION: The slope of ramps used by powered industrial trucks only shall not exceed 1 vertical to 3 horizontal. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(3).)

(d) Ramps having slopes exceeding 1 vertical to 15 horizontal shall have handrails or stair rails as required for stairways, except that intermediate stair rails shall not be required. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(4).)

(e) Ramps more than 30 inches above the adjacent ground or floor shall be provided with guardrails as required in Section 3210 and handrails as required in (d) above. Such guardrails shall be continuous from the top of the ramp to the bottom of the ramp.

EXCEPTION: Guardrails or stair rails will not be required on ramps used only by powered industrial trucks. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(5).)

(f) Industrial ramps shall have a curb or equivalent installed along the open side or sides, the curb shall not be less than 8 inches in height and shall be so designed as to prevent the truck wheel from running off of the ramp. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(6).)

(g) The surface of ramps shall be roughened or shall be of nonslip materials. (Title 24, Part 2, Section 2-3306(j)(7).)

(h) Ramps shall be maintained reasonably clear and in good repair.

NOTE: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code; and Section 18943(c), Health and Safety Code.

HISTORY

1. New section filed 6-20-75; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 75, No. 25).

2. Amendment filed 7-16-76; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 76, No. 29).

3. Amendment filed 5-25-83; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 83, No. 22). Approved by State Building Standards Commission 1-24-83.

Yard Ramp Level off?

Usually when calling any supplier, distributor or fabricator for a generic price the questions of: “What level off do you require”? This can be confusing especially if you are a first time buyer!

When trying to figure our what level off you would require mostly depends on your forklift fork length and forklift length.

So what does a level off do?

A level off allows you to level your forklift and pallet with product to the level of the container or truck bed. If you do not have a level off, or if your level off is too short. You are then required to either remove the first 2 pallets at ground level, or remove the ramp from service and load the last 2 pallets from ground level. In conclusion what you decide depends on your speed and downtime it will take you to detach a ramp or work around the ramps limited capabilities if you buy a “typical” ramp that does not meet your needs. 

Adjustable Height? 

Altam offers a 2 speed manual crank system that has been used in the truck industry for decades. The manual crank is easy to use and with a little eldbow grease you can propr up the ramp between 48″- 62″. If you need something more low profile we can accomodate. 

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We offer Solid IDL Rubber Wheels that are superior in

performance, and realiablity.

Over the years we have made repairs on poly iron core wheels from local competitors. 

You can contact me any time via email : Fernando@altammfg.com or if you’d like to give me a call or text via 866-650-7653. I’m here to help and assist in anyway possible to ensure that you get the right ramp for your facility or operation.