| Criteria | Add-a-Ramp Composite Material |
VS | Aluminum | VS | Wood |
| Visual Appearance | Looks great - Blends in | Looks commercial | Massive looking | ||
| Colors | Available in 3 colors | No color option | Must be stained or painted | ||
| Maintenance | Maintenance free | No maintenance | Requires maintenance | ||
| Theft Issue | No theft problems | Theft problems because of high aluminum cost | No theft problems | ||
| Permits | Temporary structure No permit |
Temporary Structure No Permit |
Permanent Structure Permit Required |
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| Easily Moved | Modular, can be reused, resold or rented | Modular, can be reused, resold or rented | Can't be moved | ||
| Installation Time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | 2 Days | ||
| IBC & ADA | Meets all specifications | Meets all specifications | Handrails not ADA | ||
| Warrantee | 3 Years | 3 Years | Unknown | ||
| Skid Resistance | Molded textured surface is used in the marine industry and best skid resistant surface available | Extremely slippery when icy | Slippery when wet | ||
| Durability | Will not rust or rot | Will not rust or rot | Subject to decay |