This section provides an overview for aluminum ladders as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 22 aluminum ladder manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked aluminum ladder companies as of November, 2024: 1.Wellmade, 2.O'Keeffe's Inc., 3.Sam Carbis.
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An aluminum ladder is a platform made from aluminum, designed for tasks requiring elevation. While commonly associated with low-height, wide-top platforms, the term can also encompass staircase-shaped models. Its versatility makes it a staple in residential, agricultural, transportation, and office settings, with a range of shapes and sizes tailored to specific applications.
Aluminum's lightweight, strength, and corrosion resistance enhance the ladder's utility both indoors and outdoors.
Aluminum ladders facilitate various height-centric tasks, from domestic chores like changing lights and cleaning to agricultural, office, and commercial maintenance activities.
While aluminum ladders are versatile, improper use can lead to falls, injuries, or electric shocks. To ensure safety, avoid overreaching, use on stable ground, wear appropriate footwear, and select insulated products for electrical tasks.
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O’Keeffe’s Inc. is an American designer and manufacturer of aluminum-fabricated building equipment that was founded in Brisbane, California in 1939. The company’s products include cage ladders, ship ladders, and fixed access ladders, as well as custom aluminum catwalks, steps, and ramps. It also offers landing platforms, ladder safety posts, and related accessories such as grab bars and fall arrest systems. The company’s products are used primarily by clients in the government, commercial, and architectural sectors.
Sam Carbis is an American manufacturer of bulk loading access equipment that was established in 1930 in Florence, South Carolina. The company’s product lineup includes hose handlers and loading arms for transferring gasses and liquids, as well as loading platforms and racks for flatbed, liquid, and hopper trucks. It also offers fall safety equipment, and marine safety equipment such as vapor recovery units and gangways. The company’s products are mainly used by clients in the oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, and logistics sectors.
Alaco Ladder Company is based in Chino, California, and is a manufacturer of custom and specialty ladders that was originally founded in 1908 as the Los Angeles Ladder Company before rebranding in 1975. The company produces a range of special purpose ladders, including library, loft, extension, and fixed access models. It also offers platform ladders, rolling workstands, counter or shelf ladders, and design assistance services for unique projects. The company’s products are commonly used in museums, libraries, and universities, as well as by clients in the construction and government sectors.
Hailo, established in 1947 and headquartered in Hessen, Germany, is a climbing devices, waste bins, and kitchen accessories manufacturer. The company specializes in climbing devices for home and garden, kitchen and bathroom accessories, and ladders for residential and industrial use. It offers custom industrial ladders and shaft equipment for trade, industry, and service needs. Its ladders and climbing systems provide access to elevated industrial areas, and its waste boxes facilitate waste management, recycling, and disposal for homes and businesses.
Jomy SA, established in 1968 and headquartered in Wihogne, Belgium, is a manufacturer of custom aluminum safety constructions. The company emphasizes three main safety applications: emergency egress from public and private buildings, access at heights, and building façade maintenance. Its products include retractable ladders, emergency exit stairs, and industrial solutions such as tank ladders, cage ladders, and aluminum walkways. It also offers building maintenance units, fall protection systems, and custom-made constructions. The company's safety solutions serve schools, hospitals, and hotel industrial structures. It also provides fire escape stairs and access systems for architectural and industrial needs.
Tubesca-Comabi, established in 1954 and headquartered in France, is a manufacturer of working-at-height solutions. The company offers standard and customized height access solutions for work sites, structural building projects, and industrial and aeronautical maintenance. Its products include light access systems, mobile and fixed scaffolds, and permanently fixed guardrails. Its specific access solutions feature platforms, walkways, and hooped ladders. It also provides fixed scaffold solutions with frames, posts, diagonal components, and accessories like umbrellas and storage trailers. The company offers after-sales service for maintenance and repairs beyond the warranty period and supports customers with training, technical expertise, and customized action plans.
MAK Engineering Works is an Indian furniture manufacturer and wholesaler that was established in Ahmedabad, Gujarat in 2002. The company's product list includes revolving computer and office chairs, aluminum ladders, slotted angle and heavy duty racks, and filing cabinets for organizing documents. It also offers product design, custom fabrication, and installation services for customers with niche specifications or use cases. The company primarily serves clients in the healthcare, education, hospitality, and corporate sectors.
GKM LADDERS is an Indian manufacturer of aluminum products established in 2011 and based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The company's product line includes telescopic, tower, extension, and rope ladders, as well as drum and barrel trolleys, ironing tables, and cloth drying stands. These are mainly used by clients in the oil and gas, power generation, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. The company also offers both long- and short-term rental services for industrial ladders and scaffolding to customers who only require them for the duration of a project.
Allied Trade Links Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of aluminum utility products that was established in New Delhi in 1972. The company primarily produces various aluminum ladders including manually-operated and straight square telescopic tower models, as well as aluminum scaffolding for outdoor applications. It also offers heavy duty and jeep-type aluminum trolleys, as well as custom fabrication services for unique projects. The company’s products are commonly used in the construction, public utilities, hospitality, and education sectors.
Changzhou Yueyang Machinery Co. Ltd., established in 2004 and headquartered in Changzhou, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of construction equipment and tools. The company's products include scaffolding systems, barrier and edge protection systems, and concrete formwork. It also supplies customized industrial ladders, step systems, and formwork clamps. These products are used during and after construction and also have applications for outdoor events such as outdoor stage platforms, bridges, and stairways.
Sarayli, established in 1990 and headquartered in Konya, Turkey, is a ladder and scaffolding designer and manufacturer. The company's products include aluminum scaffolding, industrial ladders, and portable platform step systems. These products are used on construction sites, in commercial warehousing facilities, and as access equipment for maintenance and services. It also manufactures residential-use telescopic ladders, laundry drying frames, and ironing boards. The company provides custom product manufacturing and full OEM and ODM services.
Wellmade is a Chinese manufacturer of scaffolding and formworks that was originally established in 1997 as a pipe mill. Based in Jinghai, Tianjin, the company offers a range of heavy-duty shoring frames, tube-and-clamp scaffolding, formwork systems, and aluminum ladders. It also offers related accessories and components such as caster wheels, planks, couplers, and concrete tie rods. Wellmade primarily serves clients in the oil and gas, construction, and engineering industries, as well as in the contract building sector.
Foshan Xingon Aluminum Ladders Factory is a Chinese ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of ladders and scaffolding established in 1996 in Foshan, Guangdong. The company produces a wide range of aluminum and fiberglass ladders including platform and double-step models, and anti-corrosion fiberglass extension ladders for electrical work with hook or belt compatibility. It also offers aluminum tripod ladders as well as narrow-span scaffolding towers. Aside from its products, the company provides repair and maintenance services to its clients in the construction, home improvement, agricultural, and electrical industries.
SK LADDERS is an Indian manufacturer and supplier of various aluminum-fabricated ladders that was established in Delhi in 2008. The company’s wide range of products include tiltable tower ladders, trolley step ladders, extension ladders, baby ladders, and scaffolding tower ladders. It also offers fiberglass ladders, as well as additional product rental, installation, and repair services. The company operates internationally, with retail, wholesale, and export operations to clients in more than 16 countries.
ADTOMall Inc., founded in 1998, is a manufacturer and supplier of construction supplies and products headquartered in China. The company's product segments include steel tube, scaffolding, formwork, steel coil, and aluminum products such as aluminum beams, aluminum ladders, aluminum profiles, and aluminum coils The company has eight subsidiaries and four manufacturing plants and offers products that are used in the construction industry according to ASTM A53, BS1387, BS1139, DIN10219, JISG3444, and ISO 9001:2008 standards.
Echelle Canada, established in 1989 and headquartered in Québec, Canada, is a manufacturer and supplier of height access equipment and safety solutions. The company's products include ladders, roof guardrail protection, and access systems. It designs custom aluminum staircases and industrial platforms for metallurgy, logistics, and energy sectors. Its fixed and telescopic ladders are used for safe vertical access, and scaffolding provides stable support for construction and maintenance work at elevated heights. The company also specializes in indoor and outdoor residential staircases. In 2018, it won the Preventica Lyon Innovation Prize for its Beesafe technology, a hydraulic lifting system.
Esco Company Ltd., established in 1972 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a supplier of maintenance, repair, and operations tools, parts, and equipment. Some of its products include test instruments, magnets, office furniture, protective equipment, and generators, and it serves customers in various fields, including construction sites and office buildings. The company was started to market tools to the air conditioning and refrigeration industry in Japan, and every year since then, it has published a catalog of its tools. In 2015, the catalog reached 110,000 products, and the company has approximately 149,000 items in stock for delivery.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Wellmade |
10.1%
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2 | O'Keeffe's Inc. |
9.1%
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3 | Sam Carbis |
8.9%
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4 | Alaco Ladder Company |
7.6%
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5 | MAK Engineering Works |
6.2%
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6 | SK LADDERS |
4.9%
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7 | Foshan Xingon Aluminum Ladders Factory |
4.9%
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8 | GKM LADDERS |
4.7%
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9 | Jomy |
4.4%
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10 | HAILO |
4.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the aluminum ladder page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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India | 4 | 33.3% |
United States of America | 3 | 25.0% |
Germany | 1 | 8.3% |
Belgium | 1 | 8.3% |
France | 1 | 8.3% |
China | 1 | 8.3% |
Spain | 1 | 8.3% |