If you are one of the many businesses that deal with numerous kind of vehicles on site and busy facilities that need portable access that you can count on for safety and efficiency, Northern Platforms…
Abiding by Canadian workplace safety standards is crucial for your workers and place of business, regardless of what industry you operate in. But with the right tools and equipment in place, you can significantly reduce…
Do you know the many benefits of truck loading platforms? All across Canada, trucking and hauling companies rely on safe loading solutions to best facilitate their daily operations, but few stop to consider the immense…
Hopper cars and rail transport are one of the biggest methods of shipping in North America, with millions of pounds of wheat, crude oil, steel, gasoline and more moving across the continent each year. In…
Truck Loading Platforms at Northern Platforms With spring on the way, it’s time to say out with the old and welcome in the new with safe access equipment and platforms you can trust! Based in…
Is your hauling fleet equipped for safety? As one of the top industries with the potential for significant workplace injuries and hazards, the transportation sector has an increased need for trustworthy safety solutions. As of…
Looking for the perfect addition to your onsite safety equipment? As an integral upgrade to loading platforms, rolling stairs, crossover platforms and more, swing gates play an important role in offering passive fall protection and…
2022 is here, and with an eventful past few years now slowly starting to settle back into a more normal pace, it’s time to take a closer look at your on-site safety solutions. As an…
Looking for safe access and loading solutions that allow your site to excel and operate at maximum efficiency, while also staying on the right side of OH&S and OSHA standards? Northern Platforms is here to…
Looking for a platform or rolling stair solution that make it easy to navigate your storage facility safely? Northern Platforms is proud to offer Western Canada’s leading access to the top safe access solutions in…
If you’re in need of safe access solutions that make it easy for your employees to safely access to tops of railcars and trucks, safety platforms and gangways are the ideal way to keep your…
Does your processing facility deal with a high level of product transfer or shipping that requires your team to be able have quick, easy and safe access throughout your operation? Want to maximize your efficiency…
Are you looking to increase the efficiency and safety of your loading operations? With inventory facing all-time highs in demand, 2022 is the perfect time to focus on streamlining your business performance and optimizing your…
Need safe access solutions and modular platforms systems that make handling inventory and shipping easy? Wanting to ensure your worksite is safe, efficient, and compliant with OSHA / OH&S standards? Northern Platforms has you covered!…
Does your team have best practices in place when it comes to spill containment and hazardous material management? Each year, countless worksites across North America experience significant damage and safety risks due to a lack…
Did you know that the hauling and transport industry has one of the highest occupational hazards and injury rates across North America? Without the proper safety equipment in place, loading and unloading can be tricky,…
Are you one of the many haulers across western Canada that relies on railcars to transport heavy cargo and resources across North America? As one of today’s most dependable solutions for heavyweights and loads that…
Does your workplace health and safety team have a fall protection plan in place? If you answered no, it may be time to take a close look at why not. Fall protection is one of…
If your team is in need of solutions that make the loading and unloading of rail cars safe and efficient, loading arms are a fantastic option. Relied upon by those in the oil & gas,…
Is your crew always on the go and in need of modular safe access solutions you can depend on? Whether you’re in the oil & gas, transportation, construction, or any other related heavy industry, Northern…
Are you in the hauling, trucking, heavy industrial, or construction sectors? If you’re tired of dealing with the ups and downs that come with loading and unloading, it’s time to look into the benefits of…
Tired of dealing with messy loading setups and inadequate access solutions that make operations difficult and unsafe? For those in the railcar or truck loading industry, loading platforms are a vital asset that makes operations…
Does your business require modular platforms and stairs to facilitate safe access, easy loading, storage access and more? At Northern Platforms, we’re proud to supply Western Canada with access to leading safe loading and rolling…
Need a safeguard that keeps your workers in place and enhances the overall efficiency of your workplace? Swing gates are one of the most widely used safety tools used on industrial, retail, warehousing, and related…
Are you ready to partner with one of the industries leading safe access solutions providers when it comes to loading platforms and rolling stairs? ErectaStep is here to step up to the plate and take…
Is your team in need of safe loading solutions that make it easy to transport difficult cargo like liquids, hydrocarbons, gasses, crude oil, and more? Loading arms are a fantastic alternative to hoses that allow…
Did you know that each year, countless workplace safety incidences occur as the result of insufficient fall protection practices and solutions being present on the job site? Falls are among the most dangerous occurrences that…
Is your railcar loading or unloading operation set up for success? Looking for a way to increase your onsite safety while also boosting productivity? Northern Platforms has you covered. As one of Western Canada’s most…
Are you looking for a solution that allows you to transport liquids, hydrocarbons, gases and everything in between safely & efficiently? Whether your current operations rely heavily on hoses and you’re considering making some upgrades…
Do you know the full scope of the benefits offered by industrial safety gates? Though many of us interact with these key safety features on a daily basis, it can be easy to overlook the…
Is 2021 your year of kicking workplace safety and efficiency into high gear? If your team is ready to take command and streamline operations even further, loading arms, like those made by OPW Engineered Systems…
Does your worksite make the most of onsite safety using spill decks and containment products? With both environmental protection and worksite safety continuing to be driving issues for the industrial sector, the importance of spill…
When it comes to navigating complex job sites, ensuring efficiency, and upholding the most stringent safety standards, Northern Platforms has you covered. For nearly 20 years, we’ve been Western Canada’s leading choice for safe access…
If you’re in search of trusted loading solutions that allow you to safely transfer crude oil, Northern Platforms is on your side. With over 2 decades serving Canadians as a trusted distributor of safe loading…
Does your loading facility face challenges when it comes to reaching high up spaces as part of your daily operation? Whether you’re in retail fulfillment, the aerospace, marine, oil & gas, railroad, or related industries…
In need of rugged rolling stair and mobile work platform solutions you can trust? Northern Platforms is here to help! With one of Western Canada’s most diverse inventories of loading products, including RollaStep products, our…
With their ability to reduce loading times and decrease tank turbulence, Northern Platforms bottom loading arms can boost safety and productivity in your loading system. We offer a wide selection of the most trusted ergonomic…
Every year, thousands of tankers and railcars across Canada are responsible for handling the safe and efficient transport of some of our most vital resources. From coal and petroleum to grain and more, rail freight…
Need loading access solutions that allow you to move on the fly and perform high reaching tasks with ease? For those in the aerospace, agricultural and retail sectors, mobile loading platforms are a vital part…
Is your team in need of modular platform systems you can trust? Northern Platforms is Canada’s first choice when it comes to safe loading platforms including access products by top brands like ErectaStep. Known for…
Are you in need of safe and efficient loading solutions for railcars? As one of the most depended upon resources for heavy industries worldwide, hopper, gondola, and tank cars play a vital role in ensuring…
With job site safety becoming an ever-increasing and necessary priority, those in the trucking and hauling industry know just how vital reliable loading solutions are. Loading arms are becoming the go-to standard for safety where…
For those in the hauling and trucking industry, access platforms are a vital resource that allows for the safe access, loading/unloading, inspection and maintenance of trucks, tankers, trailers and more. Designed to uphold all OH&S/OSHA…
Depended on by multiple industries across the globe, rail transport is a highly efficient and cost-effective method of shipping that affords an increased load capacity compared to other vehicles, as well as a reliable turnaround…
Is your facility set up for safety and success? With safe access resources becoming more and more of a necessity for today’s job sites, walkways and access platforms have become a crucial addition to industrial…
If you’re on the lookout for a way to safely transport gases and liquids from tank to tank, you may be wondering how to choose between using a hose or a loading arm to outfit…
Looking for a loading solution that’s guaranteed to boost efficiency and safety first? If you’re in need of safe access and loading options that you know are built to stand up to the demands of…
Are you in need of mobile truck access units that allow for safe and efficient operations and that can stand up to the unique demands of an industrial environment? Northern Platforms is proud to be…
Is your terminal or loading/unloading operation in need of solutions that allow you to safely load & load railcars efficiently? Since 2002, Northern Platforms has been Western Canada’s go-to source for safe access solutions and…
If your team has recently found itself facing a challenge that involves having to access high up places, load heavy equipment, or navigate difficult areas well above ground level, it’s time to look for an…
Are you in need of a reliable access solution that makes it easy to perform various tasks at specific heights with ease? Whether you’re in the aerospace field, agricultural, or retail sector, there are infinite…
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