Scope:
Our client asked us to design and build a pair of access platforms that can be easily moved by hand.

Constructed from sturdy box-section steel, featuring retractable castors for ease of movement, non-slip GRP mesh steps and flooring, and powder coated in RAL 1003 Yellow.

Solution:

Drawing No: AD-2935-2025-11-1 / 13473-P1

✅ Advantages of Custom-Built Access Platforms

1. Perfect Fit for the Application

Custom platforms are engineered specifically around the machinery, process, or workspace.

• Eliminates gaps, awkward reach distances, and unsafe positions.

• Supports unique shapes such as tanks, conveyors, presses, CNC machines, HVAC units, etc.

2. Improved Safety & Compliance

• Minimises slip, trip, and fall risks through correct tread patterns, guardrails, and height.

• Safer than makeshift solutions like ladders or temporary scaffolding.

3. Increased Productivity

• Workers access equipment faster and more comfortably.

• Reduces downtime for routine tasks (inspection, servicing, cleaning).

• Enables multiple operators or technicians to work simultaneously.

4. Enhanced Ergonomics

• Built to correct working heights and angles.

• Reduces fatigue, bending, reaching, and awkward posture injuries.

• Can integrate handrails, knee rails, toe boards, anti-fatigue surfaces.

5. Integration With Workflow

• Can include tool trays, gates, locking castors, or fixed mounting points.

• Designed around material flow—helping prevent bottlenecks.

• Supports safe access without interfering with machinery operation.

6. Long-Term Durability

• Typically built from steel or aluminium with industrial-grade finishes.

• Withstands heavy use, chemicals, oils, and manufacturing environments.

• Lower lifetime cost than continuously replacing generic products.

7. Modular or Transportable Options

• Can be designed as sectional, modular, or fully mobile.

• Allows platforms to adapt to future line changes or relocation of equipment.

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Acres have a range of standard products but also support clients with custom machinery and medium-high volume products such as trolleys, stillages etc. 

We have manufactured lots of different tables / workstations / workbenches for various industries.

We also manufacture access platforms, jigs and fixtures and many other types of production support solutions / products. 

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