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So what ladder should I be using onsite or at home and what are the advantages of each different option?

Lets take a look at the most common ladder options out there used by both tradies and DIYers alike.

Firstly the good ole trusty Double Sided Ladder – the most commonly used ladder for those “just out of reach places”.

Ladder Features:

• Heavy-duty ladder feet: The hardest-wearing part of a ladder.
• Non-clogging hinge: Designed to prevent jamming from plaster spills.
• Titan tough rivets: Extra-large heads for maximum durability.
• Internal side stay: Prevents damage during transport.
• Replacement feet available.
• Load Rating: 180kg.

Ladder Specifications:

Now for those spots just a little higher up we look to the Dual Purpose Ladders.

Ladder Features:

• Hard-wearing feet: The highest wearing part of a ladder.
• Braced side arms: Improves stability and doubles as a handy tool tray.
• Trapezoidal back steps: Comfortable to use in either ‘A’ shape or folded out into a single ladder configuration.
• Extra large head, titan tough: Provides maximum durability.
• Secure locking latch: Guards against accidental dislodgement.
• Replacement feet available.
• Load Rating: 150kg.

Ladder Specifications:

The most commonly used ladder by the trade is the Platform Ladder – this is because of its safety features of providing 3 points of contact and is generally always recommended on most large worksites in NZ nowadays.

Ladder Features:

• Large anti-skid work platform with raised edges: Keeps feet inside the platform for greater safety and comfort.
• One piece smooth operation: Simply folds out giving a well-braced platform and folds flat for storage.
• Welded back leg: Provides greater rigidity, durability, and safety.
• Optional full surround handrail.
• Optional clip-on tool bucket.
• Optional Spring Wheels.
• Replacement feet available.
• Load Rating: 180kg.

Ladder Specifications:

Now for those “really really high up places” – the Extension Ladder is the king here.

Ladder Features:

• Ox Titan Tuff 150kg Trade Rated Extension Ladder.
• Side Mounted Rope: Avoids tripping hazard.
• Triple Pulley: Three times easier to lift.
• Auto Engaging Height Lock: Ensures your safety.
• ‘D’ Shape Rungs: For comfortable standing.
• Load Rating: 150kg (135kg for OXEL13).

Ladder Specifications:

Of course there are multiple further variants available in most of these options, to see everything that is available check them out on our website – Right here.