Prarie View Ramps

Prairie View Industries

PVI manufactures the highest quality wheelchair ramps and food service equipment in the world. PVI Products are tested to a 3X safety factor making them pound for pound, the strongest and lightest ramps available. All PVI products are Made in the USA.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can we use a ramp to load a person in the vehicle?

Yes, providing all of the following criteria are met. 1. Since the wheelchair is occupied, Prairie View Industries recommends never exceeding a 2:12 slope ratio (for every 2 inches of rise a foot of ramp will be required). 2. Always make sure a qualified assistant is present when using any portable ramp. 3. Make certain there is adequate head clearance before entering the van. 4. If using a side door entry, make sure there is a minimum of 30" side to side clearance to accommodate the portable ramp.

What are your ramps made of?

PVI uses 6005-T5 and 6063-T5 grade aluminum in our ramping. The portable ramps walking surface is covered with a very high grade/high tack rated adhesive backed non-slip tape. Once applied, it is very difficult to remove. All hardware is zinc plated.

What are your ramps rated capacity?

Most of our ramps have a 600 lb. rated capacity. Our bariatric models have an 800 lb. rated capacity. PVI Products are tested to a 3X safety factor making the pound for pound, the strongest and lightest ramps available.

What does ADA require for slope ratio?

The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. The maximum slope of a ramp in new construction shall be 1:12. For additional information on ADA requirements please visit our Ramps Selection Guide.

What is the surface of the ramp covered with?

Our portable ramps are covered with a very high grade/high tack rated adhesive backed non-slip tape. Once applied, it is very difficult to remove. The entrance Threshold on our Modular Ramp system is covered with the same material. The actual planking on PVI's Modular Ramp has a grooved surface designed to expel water and provide a safe walking surface.

What is the width of your ramp?

Our standard portable ramps are 30” wide. Our bariatric multifold ramp measures 36” wide.

What is the yellow level on the side of the ramp for?

That is PVI’s visual aid. It is attached to all of the Multifold and Utility Ramps. It is designed for safety as it indicates if the ramp is on a safe slope prior to use.

What ramp would I use to load a wheelchair or scooter into a van?

The Utility Ramp has an extended lip that is designed to rest securely on the interior side of the van. If you are looking for a permanent mounted ramp, we offer both the Rear Door and Side Door Van Ramps. These require mounting to the floor of the van by actually drilling through the van's floor. They will not work on a vehicle that has stow-away-seating.

• Folding Ramps
  

  Bariatric Multifold Ramp		Leverage
  Multifold Ramp		Multifold Reach
  Rear Door Van Ramp		Side Door
  Singlefold Ramp

  Modular XP

  Bariatric Panel Ramp		OnTrac Ramp (Solid w/handrails)
  Solid Ramp

  Bariatric Threshold Ramps		BigHorn(TM) Thresholds
  Elev8		Rubber Threshold
  Rubber Threshold - StoneCap(TM) Transition		Self Supporting Threshold Ramps
  Standard Threshold Ramps

  INDE1 (Independence Universal Scooter Lift)		INDE2 (Independence Universal Power Chair Lift)
  INDE3 (Independence Compact Auto Power Wheelchair Lift)		INDE4 (Independence XL Auto Universal Power Chair Lift)
  MT1400 (Hitch-mounted Powered Carrier)		MT2000 (Economy Trunk Mounted Arm Lift)
  MT2000H (Economy Hitch Mounted Arm Lift)		MT3000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier with 4' Ramp)
  MT3050 (Hitch Mounted Carrier Shorter Siderails and 4' Ramp)		MT3100 (Hitch Mounted Carrier with 6' Ramp)
  MT4000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier)		MT5000 (Wheelchair Carrier)

  #1-Class 2 Folding straight extended		#10-Class 3 folding rise 4
  #11 Class 3 Folding drop 4		#12 Class 3 Folding
  #13 class 2 rise 4		#14 class 2 MT2000H
  #16 Swinging Adapter		#17 Swingaway adapter
  #18 class 2 swingaway adapter		#2 class 2 folding adapter
  #3 Folding rise 4		#4 class 2 straight
  #5 folding rise 4		#6 Folding rise 4
  #7 class 3 folding drop 4		#8 Class 3 folding straight
  #9 Class 3 rise 4		HPS34
  Independence Series Battery Kit		Independence Series Swing Away (AL105)
  Independence Series Wheelchair and Scooter Covers

  • Aluminum
  • Rubber/Plastic

  Bariatric Multifold Ramp		Bariatric Panel Ramp
  Elev8		Modular XP
  MT1400 (Hitch-mounted Powered Carrier)		MT3000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier with 4' Ramp)
  MT4000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier)		Multifold Ramp
  Multifold Reach		OnTrac Ramp (Solid w/handrails)
  Rear Door Van Ramp		Singlefold Ramp
  Solid Ramp

  BigHorn(TM) Thresholds

• Modular Ramps
  

  Modular XP

• Solid Ramps
  

  Bariatric Panel Ramp		OnTrac Ramp (Solid w/handrails)
  Solid Ramp

• Threshold Ramps
  

  Bariatric Threshold Ramps		BigHorn(TM) Thresholds
  Elev8		Rubber Threshold
  Rubber Threshold - StoneCap(TM) Transition		Self Supporting Threshold Ramps
  Standard Threshold Ramps

• TrekAway
  

  INDE1 (Independence Universal Scooter Lift)		INDE2 (Independence Universal Power Chair Lift)
  INDE3 (Independence Compact Auto Power Wheelchair Lift)		INDE4 (Independence XL Auto Universal Power Chair Lift)
  MT1400 (Hitch-mounted Powered Carrier)		MT2000 (Economy Trunk Mounted Arm Lift)
  MT2000H (Economy Hitch Mounted Arm Lift)		MT3000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier with 4' Ramp)
  MT3050 (Hitch Mounted Carrier Shorter Siderails and 4' Ramp)		MT3100 (Hitch Mounted Carrier with 6' Ramp)
  MT4000 (Hitch Mounted Carrier)		MT5000 (Wheelchair Carrier)

• TrekAway Adapters
  

  1-Class 2 Folding straight extended		#10-Class 3 folding rise 4
  #11 Class 3 Folding drop 4		#12 Class 3 Folding
  #13 class 2 rise 4		#14 class 2 MT2000H
  #16 Swinging Adapter		#17 Swingaway adapter
  #18 class 2 swingaway adapter		#2 class 2 folding adapter
  #3 Folding rise 4		#4 class 2 straight
  #5 folding rise 4		#6 Folding rise 4
  #7 class 3 folding drop 4		#8 Class 3 folding straight
  #9 Class 3 rise 4		HPS34
  Independence Series Battery Kit		Independence Series Swing Away (AL105)
  Independence Series Wheelchair and Scooter Covers

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