Manchester Airport, Manchester

PROJECT BACKGROUND: Work had begun on the airport’s 10-year, £1 billion transformation programme. 

The airport hoped ’the programme would “transform passenger experiences and help attract yet more of the world’s leading airlines” (The Manchester Airports Group: 2017).

REQUIREMENT: Our assignment involved the installation of semi-permanent wheelchair ramps in the temporary lounge. These ramps were designed to offer temporary wheelchair accessibility for both visitors and staff.

The lounge plays a pivotal role in the larger transformation initiative, facilitating the redevelopment of the current Terminal 2.

END RESULT:

Our skilled installers effectively constructed ramps on the airport runway's eastern and southern sides, meeting the scheduled timeline and budget requirements.

FEATURES INCLUDED: 

• Infill Handrail - this product prevents users from climbing or falling through gaps.
• Yellow Tread - this is a safety feature designed to help those with impaired vision identify the nose of the ramp and to help users distinguish any level changes.
• Trombone Ends - these are added to the ends of a Rapid Ramp to prevent clothes catching.
• Mesh Platform - the self-draining mesh allows water to pass through rather than collect on the surface.
• Rest Platform – a rest platform at 5 metres is required to allow the user to pause.
• 1100mm High Rail – these handrails attach to any level sections. 
• Continuous Handrail - this handrail system ensures the users always have support to hold onto.

EXTRA FEATURE INCLUDED: 

• Fully Compliant Step Unit – an ideal addition to any ramp installation, providing the access needed for able-bodied users. They can also be stand-alone units, independent of the Rapid Ramp System.