Platform Ladders

A platform ladder is a modified step ladder with a platform on the top step. It is much safer than a traditional step ladder, as the platform on top of the ladder allows users to stand on both feet when working at heights for a long time. Platform ladders come in various materials such as aluminum, fiberglass, and steel.

Podium ladders vs. platform ladders

The difference between podium ladders and platform ladders is quite evident. A platform ladder is as basic as a step ladder with a working platform at its top step, and it can be A-frame or H-shaped, while a podium ladder is specifically referred to as a kind of A-frame platform ladder that has a podium platform, guardrails and a work tray around the height of the waist. The work tray provides storage space for drivers, fasteners, screws, and more. Some podium ladders have wheels that allow users to roll them into the working position easily and can be adjusted to the stationary mode before working. However, it’s worth noting that in most cases, a podium ladder does not have an adjustable work platform, therefore choosing the right height according to the working scenarios matters.

Popular types of adjustable platform ladders

Multipurpose foldable work platforms and extended podium ladders are two of the most popular types of adjustable platform ladders among customers. Multipurpose foldable work platforms incorporate more than one ladder type into a single, transformable ladder. They usually come in twin-stepped self-supporting structures with the ability to function as a step ladder, straight ladder, platform ladder, and more. Another attractive feature of multipurpose platform step ladders is that they can be folded up for easy transportation. Extended podium ladders are podium ladders that allow users to adjust the height of the podium to a certain range to fit the height of different working scenarios. Typically, adjustable work platforms are twin-step ladders instead of front-step ladders. Twin-step ladders mean that there are rungs on both sides of the ladders so that two people can climb up at the same time, or one person can climb the ladder on either of the sides conveniently. The difference between a multipurpose work platform ladder and an extended podium ladder is that the former has lower heights when it is transformed into a platform ladder, suitable for indoor decoration; whereas extended podium ladders are designed for greater heights, such as garages, halls and warehouses.

Platform ladders are utilized by diverse professionals, including electricians, painters, and maintenance workers, providing a secure elevated workspace for tasks. Retail employees rely on them for restocking, while homeowners use these ladders for various DIY projects. Their stability and versatility make platform ladders indispensable in both commercial and residential settings.