When renovating “ADA ramps” it is also standard to utilize detectable warnings (see article “truncated domes” on website www.armor-tile.com). This detectable warning surface must be compliant with the ADA for the life of the structure and not only when the project completion order (CO) is signed. Therefore, choosing products that have a long life span will decrease expenses on replacement and / or maintenance of ADA ramps as well as the renovation. Factors to consider are the wear resistance to foot traffic (which is harsh), also UV resistance, expansion, compression, tensile and flexural strengths are relative to breaking, pealing or becoming brittle when exposed to environmental conditions. Your ADA ramps renovation project will involve choices and if you are not a product expert, please call us and we can help you make informed decisions. Our toll free number is 800-682-2525.

By Ron O’Neill
Engineered Plastics Inc.

 

ENGINEERED PLASTICS INC.
300 International Dr., Suite 100, Williamsville, NY 14221
Tel: 1-800-682-2525 Fax: 1-800-769-4463
www.armor-tile.com

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