The two most important features of our SL series ladders are easy installation and no maintenance. The relative weight of these units compared to a steel unit makes it a breeze to install and as with the FL series ladders, its aluminum construction also makes it virtually maintenance free. A Ships Ladder is an ideal solution for mezzanine access or, when combined with a Precision Roof Hatch, for roof access from interior of building.

Some important characteristics of these ladders are:
All components shall be aluminum alloy 6005-T5
Stringers are 5" x 2" x 3/16" aluminum channel
Treads are from the same extrusion used on our Super Simplex Disappearing Stairway, 5-3/16" x 1-1/4"; x 1/8" extruded channel with deeply serrated surface to maximize traction in a 30" clear width
Handrails are 1-1/2" diameter schedule 40 pipe
Mill finish aluminum
Available in pitches from 63 degrees to 75 degrees.

Available as options:
Wider tread widths up to 48" maximum
Other finishes: primed for field painting, enamel paint, anodized, vinyl safety striped
Safety textured handrail
Other tread materials: Checkered plate, grating

Custom sizes available. Contact BMSI today for your custom quote!