 RafRamps is the leading loading solutions and manufacturer of loading items in middle east manufacturing and fabrication items like dock levelers, yard ramps, dock extensions, drop deck utility trailers and other accessories for past 25 years in UAE. We have been iterating our ramp designs and incorporating valuable feedback from our clients to improve our ramps so it conforms to customer satisfaction and we can assure them of the value and increased safety and productivity when buying ramp.
Recently we have tied up and made a deal with a leading safety company in UAE where we will optionally provide NDT (Non-Destructuve Testing) and Load testing which will increase safety and decrease liability of the customers purchasing the ramp. NDT report shows if the welds have been done according to standard welding procedures which would help in taking recommended load. Load testing is done on each and every ramp and certified by Third party to ensure that every ramp can take the intended load not just based on structural calculations. RafRamps is thus the only company in the middle east to provide individual ramp test reports which can increase the value and safety of the ramps and decrease the liability of the company in long run. Check out newly designed ramps with pictures here - https://www.ameeneng.com/xtreme-ramps.html
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 Loading or unloading containers from or into the truck can be time-consuming and a tough job. But it becomes less difficult when you use forklift ramps. The purpose of Forklift ramps is loading and unloading goods from a truck or semi-trailer onto trucks, trailers, and railcars. They can be a lifesaver for these 7 reasons:
1, Safe and Convenient The forklift ramp provides an efficient solution for transferring containers between different heights. It allows workers to easily move cargo into and out of the container without having to climb up and down ladders or stairs. This type of equipment will help save time and energy while increasing productivity. In addition, it comes with safety rails that prevent any type of accident. 2, Seconds to Set-Up With its simple design, the installation process is very convenient. The user just needs to place the ramp in the right position and then lock them together. After that, they needn't worry about any other operation because everything else is done automatically. 3, Durability: The featured durable steel construction, heavy-duty ASTM grade steel beams with deep welded structure provide double support for your forklift or hand truck. Also, the strong landing jacks keep the balance between the vehicle and the ramp. So if there is any imbalance, the ramp will not move forward but stay still. In addition, the ramp itself is stable enough to bear heavy loads without shaking. 4, Effortless Mobility One of the most efficient features of a forklift ramp is that it can be moved quite easily. In order to allow you to easily maneuver your equipment to the desired location, most forklift ramps are equipped with wheels. Therefore, you can move the ramp to its destination without much effort. This reduces the time needed for your team to load and unload goods from the truck. 5, Adjustable Height The forklift ramps are quite beneficial as they can be adjusted to different height ranges, according to your need. This feature gives the flexibility to use it for various loading or unloading purposes. 6, Easy Storage: When not in use, it can be folded up easily into a compact size, which takes less space. The forklift ramp is collapsible for easier storage. Half the floor space of the storage can be saved by folding the ramp into a smaller part. 7, Customization: There are different types of Forklift Ramps and they come with different features and usability. Therefore, you have the opportunity to customize your own forklift ramps as per your necessity. There are many benefits of customized forklift ramps: If there are accessories that you want in the forklift ramp, this can be added according to your needs. Moreover, you can get to customize the forklift ramp as per your budget, and also the frequency of the work. For lighter tasks, there are standard ramps which are quite affordable and light-weighted. And if you have to load/unload heavy goods or containers, then you can go for Xtreme ramps. For more information, click here At RafRamps we are constantly striving to provide value to our clients and usually ask them questions after they use the ramps if they are happy and need any kind of support. Through the feedback and realwork applications we constantly strive to improve the loading and unloading experiences of our clients thus we are constantly improving and fabricating new designs which we test and incorporate them in our designs.  L-Shaped Loading RafRAMP Forklift Ramp Recently we have come across an application named L-shaped design which our client have asked to look into where two 20 feet containers are kept in the 40 feet containers one front and other rear. Rear unloading/loading is same as any conventional unloading but the front side L-shaped loading changes everything. Standard ramps cannot unload because the height normally increases to 1.9 and also the space between the container and the ramp increases to 600mm or 60 cm which can cause very steep slope and can be risky for the forklift to climb that angle. To do L-shaped loading the slope is increased at the same time two additional ramps are provided to make up the space difference.
So while inquiring the cost and ordering the ramp ask if the ramp is customized for L-shaped loading. Raframps is the first and only CE Certified Ramp maker in Middle East helping to increase safety in logistics, warehouses and other places where there is constant loading and unloading done. View our ramps and let us know if you have any questions.  Wrong forklift ramp At Al Ameen Engineering we have accumulated lots of experience in fabricating the right kind of forklift ramp for your needs which will not only increase productivity and speed of loading/unloading but also ensures safety of your workers which boosts worker morale thus increasing output and reducing costs. This post is the second of the "how to choose forklift ramp" series with the focus on your forklift. This post would be beneficial if you are planning to buy a new forklift or if you already have a forklift, this will help to customize the ramp. Here are 4 things to look for in forklift or mention them to forklift manufacturer. i, Electric/Gasoline/Diesel Forklift - There are different types of forklifts required for different purposes. For Food, Paper and other manufacturing industries electric forklifts are preferred as they would not pollute or contaminate the goods. The gasoline/diesel on other hand are used mainly outdoors where there is free flow of air and usually carry heavier goods or cargoes compared to electric ones. It is imperative that you mention what kind of forklift you have. ii, Gradeability/Max. Gradeability - Gradeability is a the highest grade a vehicle can ascend while maintaining a particular speed is termed that vehicle's "gradeability" (source: wikipedia). It is imperative to know this as it determines what maximum angle/grade a forklift can climb and maintain constant speed. Gradeabilty of electric forklifts are usually lower compared to gas forklifts which shows electric forklifts requires more distance or slope to climb to a height. Max gradeability shows what is the maximum angle a forklift can climb without maintaining constant speed. This is important information ramp manufacturers need to make custom ramps with easy slope to climb. Providing wrong grade information can cause problems while climbing so make sure right information is provided.  Ramp Variables iii, Wheel Base - It is the distance between the center of front and rear wheels. If the wheels are closer one can steer easily in small radius, if it is farther one has to take longer to steer around and needs more slope distance to cover and enter the container or level off area. Shorter wheelbase can climb on steep slope.  Vehicle Underclerances iv, Vehicle underclearance - It is distance between the ground and the lowermost part of the forklift. More distance it has the forklift can climb steep slopes. Diesel and Petrol forklifts normally has higher underclearances compared to electric forklifts. There are two things one has to look for undeclerances - mast underclearance and frame underclearance. Provide the underclearances of the forklift when they are fully loaded with the maximum weight it can carry. Check out the manufacturer's specification sheet for more information on this and make sure you provide max load clearance. Note that if your forklift has inflatable rubber tires then it sinks more when loaded as when it has solid rubber tires.  L-shaped Loading - Loading from front of the trailer v, L-Shaped Loading - Do you need L-shaped Loading? (Click here)
Did you plan to fabricate a new or modify existing forklift ramp? If you are installing hydraulic landing jacks then read this post as it can save you lots of money before you make mistake in buying one. Though this guide is not comprehensive it is good enough for you to understand your needs before welding a hydraulic cylinder jack to your fabricated ramp. So what do you have to know?  3 phase or single phase Hydraulic ramp power? a, Single Phase or Three Phase Do you have single or three phase electric installation in the place where you will place your yard ramp? If you are ordering electric powered hydraulic systems then you have to read this section. Single phase powers most of the non-commercial and industrial outlets. Triple phase is used mainly in industrial firms which require high powered output on some machines. Ask your engineers or technicians and know this before hand before ordering custom steel fabricated ramps.  50Hz or 60Hz Frequency b, Frequency In UAE the motors with 50Hz are used whereas in neighboring Saudi Arabia 60Hz is used. Ask the frequency of the pump motors of your power pack to know what you are getting.
c, Manual Lever or Control Panel Manually lever is same as mechanical which has almost all the components same as the electric powered only difference is control panel unit. Lever unit costs about -$1000 to $1500 less (Dhs 3000-4000) and advantage of lever powered is that it can be used anywhere as it is not electric powered. Electric powered system is powered and you have to know if it is powered by single or triple phase. In the control panel other than up and down there should be optional emergency button.
After you have invested money on forklift ramp, it is now time to choose the best accessories to make best use of our ramp. We at Al Ameen Steel Fabrication Engineering, Dubai, U.A.E have had lots of experience installing ramps. From our long experience, we have an idea on what it takes to make full use of forklift ramp. Here are some of the safety features you will have to consider before buying a ramp : - a, We provide high curbs to prevent run-offs compared to tubing which can be easily knocked loose.  Forklift Ramp Curb b, Safety chains are provided to secure ramp to dock or trailer.  Safety Chain c, Robust design for strength and easy moving around. When constructing a forklift ramp you must mention the maximum tonnage the ramp must take.  d, High quality galvanized grating sheet that would prevent dust and sand from accumulating and prevent rust and any slippery.  Galvanized Sheet  Al Ameen Engineering is one of the leading manufacturers of light and heavy duty forklift ramps located in Dubai, UAE. According to our experience,selecting a forklift ramp can be (also known as loading ramps, portable ramps, mobile ramps, loading dock ramp, portable loading ramp, portable loading dock, mobile loading dock, mobile dock ramps, mobile yard ramps, loading docks, yard ramps) quite challenging if you do not know for what purpose you would use one for. We have had requests from many logistics, transportation and oilfield service companies to work on custom ramp only later asking us to modify it later. There are many factors to look into before choosing a mobile ramp which would suit your budget and needs. Here are some of them you have to check before deciding to buy one.  Purpose - What is the main purpose of using your ramp? Do you want to load your containers with forklift? Transport vehicles? Heavy Construction equipments? Different requirements have different designs and build when comes to making one. So determine the purpose of buying your ramp then head to specifications.  |
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