Why Choose Aluminum Ladders Over Steel and Wood Ladders

Ladders are versatile accessories to any home, office, commercial establishment, construction site, and industrial work environment. They offer reliable and safe access to elevated spaces and heights both indoors and outdoors. From aluminum ladders to steel and wood, ladders are an essential tool not only in workplaces or job sites, but also in homes.

Choosing a ladder for your needs

Ladders usually come in aluminum, steel, or wood material, and they are manufactured following strict safety standards set by the OSHA and ANSI. Make sure the ladder of your choosing was designed and manufactured following these standards, regardless of whether they are aluminum ladders, wood ladders, or steel ladders.

The No. 1 factor that buyers consider is the material as it says a lot about its sturdiness, stability, and longevity. Which is better then, aluminum, wood, or steel? Here are a few factors that can help you decide.

Heavy-duty

Whether you’re going to be using the ladder indoors or outdoors, it’s essential that you check for its integrity. Is it heavy duty? Can it withstand changing weather conditions, temperature changes, frequent use with load? If the ladder will be used in construction sites or as an access solution for specific jobs like roofing, HVAC cleaning and maintenance, and other similar tasks, you’d want a ladder that can support the weight of the users and their load (equipment, tools, etc.).

Alaco Ladder’s Heavy Duty Aluminum Ladders are as strong as steel ladders but lighter, easier to handle, install, and maintain, and more sustainable than steel.

Alaco also manufactures and assembles Fall Arrest Systems, the newest things in ladder safety.

Longevity

Buyers, from building and roofing contractors to architects, spec writers, safety engineers, designers, office managers, business owners, and general users, consider ladders an investment because they’re not a cheap purchase, which is why longevity is a critical factor in your choice of a ladder.

Hardwood ladders may not do well under changing weather conditions and temperatures even if they are used indoors. Over time, they may break and/or corrode.

Steel, while more durable than wood, is also prone to corrosion. Your steel ladder may rust and corrode over time as they also do not do well in changing temperatures and weather conditions.

Aluminum, on the other hand, is naturally rust and corrosion-resistant and is able to withstand harsh weather conditions. So, if you want a ladder that will last you a lifetime, even beyond, your best option is aluminum.

In sum, when your ladder choices boil down to wood, aluminum, and steel, always choose aluminum if you want a unit that will last for many years.

Where will you be using the aluminum ladders? Please fill out the Contact Form here for questions or inquiries on Alaco’s premium heavy-duty aluminum ladders. You may also reach Alaco Ladder Company at (888) 310-7040.

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