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 team has you covered when it’s time to take your operations to new heights. With exceptional customer service and products you can depend on, Northern Platforms is your first choice for all your loading needs. Learn more about our mobile stairs below!
Why Choose RollaStep
When it comes to loading and unloading operations that have to deal with issues faced by height and awkward to reach areas, having safe, efficient, and viable solutions are key for success. With decades of trust and proven performance behind their brand, RollaStep’s range of products stands as an undisputed standby for customers spanning a wide range of industries. With solutions that lead the way in terms of design and innovation, RollaStep is a natural fit when it comes to meeting workplace safety requirements, as we all as streamlining day to day operations. RollaStep prefabricated safety products are customizable, dependable, and built to stand the test of time, giving you superior performance and an ROI you can count on for years to come. Among their extensive product range you’ll find:
Rolling stairs
Portable ladders
Mobile work platforms
Adjustable stairs
Industrial and commercial use solutions, and more.
If you need easy maneuverability and performance you can count on, it’s time to roll on with RollaStep.
RollaStep Solutions and More at Northern Platforms
For nearly 20 years, Northern Platforms has served as one of Western Canada’s most trusted suppliers of loading platforms, stairs, racks, and more. As a family-owned company based out of Alberta, we strive to go the extra mile to give our customers unbeatable support, including turnkey installation services, maintenance assistance, and more. Among our inventory, you’ll find a wide range of products including stairs and platforms from RollaStep, ErectaStep, SafeRack (we are the exclusive dealer of SafeRack for Western Canada), and more. With the C, G, MP, TR models readily available as needed, you can count on us to always have your back when it matters most.
Learn more about our mobile platform solutions as well as our extensive range of other items by contacting our team today!
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 of maintaining daily operations. From filling tankers and trailers to stocking inventory shelving and everything in between, having safe, reliable loading options gives your team peace of mind while ensuring you stay on track. This makes mobile platforms a valuable asset for a wide range of applications. Northern Platforms is proud to be one of Canada’s premier sources for mobile loading platforms, including products by industry leaders like SafeRack. Northern Platforms is Western Canada’s exclusive distributor of SafeRack solutions, including the world-renowned MAUI system.
Learn more about the benefits of mobile loading platforms, including MAUI below!
Mobile Vs Permanent: What to Consider
When deciding between mobile and permanent loading platforms, there are a few key factors you’ll want to keep in mind to help narrow down your selection. For example, while permanent solutions are fantastic for facilities and operations that have set deliveries and operations that are near uniform in loading requirements, mobile platforms afford greater flexibility and can be moved throughout your facility should the need arise. Additionally, due to their versatility, many purchasers enjoy the extra ROI offered by mobile units, as they can be used to accommodate a wide range of needs.
Should you choose a mobile unit such as the MAUI system (more on that below!), you’ll also want to consider what kind of surfaces you’ll be moving it across, whether or not you require a hitch or forklift pockets, and how you plan to implement transport when needed (do you need a forklift? Would you prefer a specialized product like the Maui Mover?). Knowing where and how you intend to use your mobile loading platform or rolling stairs will make it easier for Northern Platforms Ltd to help recommend the right piece of equipment for your specific operation. Our goal at Northern Platforms Ltd is to help you to make sure you make the most informed choice possible!
Choose the SafeRack MAUI Today
As one of the most trusted names in the loading platform industry, SafeRack products are known for their exceptional performance, durability, and innovative designs. SafeRack’s MAUI is built to provide safe loading solutions for a wide variety of applications, including truck loading, inventory stocking and much more. MAUI units are crated from quality materials you can trust and feature no-flat tires, alongside a rugged base that requires minimal maintenance. Combined with a sturdy rolling platform, telescoping ladder, and a frame that’s capable of handling up to 500lb and designed to fulfill OH&S / OSHA requirements, you can count on MAUI to be the perfect loading platform solution for all your needs.
Mobile Platforms and More at Northern Platforms
For over two decades, Northern Platforms has offered our customers access to leading safe access equipment, loading racks, and loading arms manufactured by the top names in the business such as SafeRack, ErectaStep, RollaStep and more. Our commitment to you is that we will always carry the best products for the job including RollaSteps MP Mobile Work Platform, as well as both the G and C series mobile platforms. In addition, Northern Platforms also offers turnkey installation services and preventative maintenance support to ensure you’re always covered, every step of the way.
Learn more about our mobile platform solutions as well as our extensive range of other items by contacting our team today!
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 the transport of key resources like grain, steel, coal, gasoline and more. The average weight of a standard freight car is approximately 250,000 lbs, meaning that safe loading and unloading is a top concern for operators. Northern Platforms is one of Canada’s leading distributors of safe access equipment, including platforms, gangways, loading arms, and more. With top products manufactured by the names you know and trust, you can count on our team to have your back when it matters the most. Below, we’ll discuss a few main factors to keep in mind when deciding whether to you permanent or temporary railcar loading solutions. Read on to learn more!
Why the Right Fit Matters
Choosing between permanent and temporary rail loading solutions doesn’t need to be a hassle, but it should always be front of mind to ensure the safety and efficiency of your operations. Knowing what kind of solution is best suited to your environment, as well as your specific application helps to guarantee optimal performance today, tomorrow and in the many years to come. When deciding between a permanent or temporary railcar loading system, considering the following:
Are You Loading or Unloading?
Loading and unloading both have unique needs, which certain pieces of equipment will be better equipped to handle compared to others. Additionally, you’ll want to know where you are unloading from (i.e. top or bottom), as this will help to further narrow down your selection. From telescoping gangways to loading arms and dry disconnect fittings, Northern Platforms is pleased to offer a wide range of options to suit all your loading and unloading needs!
What Kind of Data Do you Have on Your Railcar Fleet?
While permanent solutions may be best suited to transport locations that deal with very specific (and consistent cargo) and therefore deal with a fairly uniform range of railcars coming and going, temporary options may afford more flexibility where needed. Keep in mind key data points such as the size of railcars you’ll be working with including the min and max length/height, crash box ranges, and all other related information when making your selection to ensure the best fit.
Are You Planning on Using Loading Arms or Hoses to Load/Unload?
Depending on what kind of cargo your railcars will be hauling, either a loading arm or hose system will be best equipped to handle the loading and unloading the railcar. Again, as with above, if your facility will be consistently handling a specific type of cargo, make sure your selection is well equipped to handle your application, permanent or not.
Are You Going to Need Spill Containment Underneath the Railcars?
Safety should come first at any job site, so in addition to spill containment provisions, you should also consider if you’ll need safety showers or eye washing stations that can be integrated into whatever system you select. If this is the case, your permanent equipment can easily integrate with any of solutions Northern Platforms has available.
Ready to Get Your Show on the Road?
For over 19 years, Northern Platforms has offered customers across Canada safe and reliable solutions for your railcar loading operations. Partnering with the industry leading safe access solution provider SafeRack for gangways and loading racks to representing companies like OPW & Emco Wheaton for loading arms, at Northern Platforms Ltd you’ll find the best in class products for your facility. You’ll also find products from industry leaders like Ultratech, Scully, Aldon and more. Our team is proud to put your needs first and to work closely with our customers to find the right fit, every time. Learn more about our Railcar solutions as well as our extensive range of other items by contacting our team today!
Join us at the Industrial Railway Safety Conference 2015. Rob Sawchuk, our General Manager, is part of a panel discussion on Rail Conceptual design. Don’t smiss out!
April 28-29, 2015
Dow Centennial Centre
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
