Ramps

Aluminum Ramp Application Guide

Our Application Guide helps you match your equipment, loading needs, and job requirements to the best Five Star ramp solution with confidence.

Which Ramp Shape Is Right For You?

Arched:
Preferred geometry. Reduces the chance of high centering (belly scrape) during transition from ramp to bed or dock.

Straight:
Simple and effective. Reduced side profile height makes it slightly easier to fit into tight spaces like slide outs.

The right option for every job

Surfacing:

Tread Rod:
Light, strong, and passes debris. This rod has teeth like a thorny crown for excellent wet and dry friction. A universal and low-cost surface providing decades of service life in commercial applications since 1984.

Double Tread Rod:
All the advantages of tread rod, but closer spacing works better with smaller tires, casters and walk-behind equipment.

Tread Bar:
Our bar is 2″ wide with teeth for serious wet and dry traction.

Diamond Plate:
Strong and dazzling. The plate works best for the smallest tires and casters.

Smooth Plate with Traction Tape:
Recommended for small tires and casters. Offers the best wet and dry friction in plate surfacing.

End Supports:

Fingers:
3/8″ thick bars with vinyl, no mar covers. For use on light capacity (< 3000 lbs) ramps only. Requires a safety strap.

Plate:
A universal solution for all ramps with load capacities =/> 3000 lbs. Requires a safety strap.

Angle (Trailer Hook):
Eliminates the need for a safety strap, allowing quick deployment. Works for all load capacities but only on trucks, trailers, or docks designed for trailer hook engagement.

Pipe or Closed End (Tip Up):
Choose this end support to convert most ramps to tip up or tailgate ramps on trucks and trailers. Requires a stand-off bar or hinge plate.