Access towers vs ladders – 3 reasons why access towers are the best choice
Both access towers and ladders are effective tools for reaching areas above ground level. Whether you’re working on a small-scale home renovation project such as painting your house exterior or a larger job involving more time spent working at height and the use of more tools and materials, you’ll need the best equipment to gain access to any out-of-reach areas.
Access towers vs ladders comparison
| Access towers | Ladders | |
| Advantages | Creates a stable platform | Cost-effective |
| Advantages | Easy to erect | Easy to transport |
| Advantages | Suitable for prolonged use | Good for confined spaces |
| Disadvantages | More expensive than ladders | Only suitable for short use |
| Disadvantages | Training may be required before use | Not appropriate in adverse weather conditions |
| Disadvantages | May not be suitable for smaller areas | Restricted space constraints |
3 reasons to use access towers when working at height
At Access Towers, we supply a variety of different scaffold towers for use in a diverse range of situations. From narrow width towers to cantilever and stair towers, all our towers are of the highest quality and provide a safe and secure means of access for working at height.
When you need a stable platform for carrying out repair, maintenance, or renovation works, access towers are an excellent solution. With our access towers you get:
- A safe and strong platform – Access towers are designed to create a stable platform for working at height. Depending on the access tower you choose, they can accommodate a single user or multiple users. They are easy to climb via fixed steps and are safely anchored in place to reduce movement.
- Better reach – Compared to ladders, access towers are far better at providing access to difficult to reach areas. In certain situations, ladder users may feel they need to stretch to reach areas of roofline or other difficult to reach sections of a building. This can be dangerous and result in an accident. With an access tower, however, a guard rail and solid platform create a steadier area from where to work.
- Easier use of equipment and materials – Whatever job you’re working on, some tools and materials will be needed. When using a ladder, you will need to carry all equipment and materials on your person. This can sometimes be tricky and cause some instability. With an access tower, you can place any equipment and materials on the platform to give you freedom to work safely and effectively.
As you can see, access towers are an excellent solution for working at height scenarios. If you’d like to find out more about our range of towers and other access equipment, call Access Towers on 0208 665 1181 or contact us online.