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Safe & Efficient Access for Aerospace Maintenance, Assembly & Ground Support

SafeRack provides ergonomic, OSHA-compliant access solutions designed for aircraft ground support, maintenance, and production. Our AeroStep rolling work platforms, stairs, and tooling access solutions allow your team to safely access aircraft components from multiple angles while maintaining full mobility.

SafeRack does more than provide OSHA-compliant access solutions for aircraft ground support, maintenance, and production—we partner with aerospace and aviation teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance. Our experts conduct on-site safety assessments to identify access challenges and workflow inefficiencies, ensuring that AeroStep rolling platforms, stairs, and tooling access solutions integrate seamlessly into your operations. With design consultation, installation guidance, and ongoing maintenance support, we help aviation facilities improve worker safety, streamline maintenance processes, and maximize equipment longevity.

  • Industry-Leading Safety Compliance – All products meet or exceed OSHA standards
  • Custom-Built for Your Needs – We design our platforms to fit specific aircraft models and maintenance requirements.
  • Fast Deployment & Mobility – Easy to move, reposition, and set up in tight spaces
  • Durability & Longevity – Heavy-duty aluminum construction withstands demanding use
  • Foreign Object Debris Protection – Reduce FOD hazards with secure, enclosed handrails and tool tray options.
  • Custom Features Available – Diamond plate walk surfaces, foam bumpers, and minimized gaps for aerospace applications
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AeroStep’s MP-Series - Ground Support Rolling Maintenance Platform

Mobile Tooling Platforms with the Stability of Fixed Stairs

Stable Access with Mobile Flexibility

AeroStep’s rolling stairs and maintenance platforms provide the stability of fixed stairs while remaining highly mobile. These platforms offer effortless positioning, tight gap tolerances, adjustable heights, and cantilevered access, making them ideal for assembly and maintenance applications.

OSHA-Compliant for Any Environment

All AeroStep platforms are OSHA-compliant, ensuring the highest safety standards for your team. They can also be customized to fit challenging environments, allowing safe and precise access to hard-to-reach areas.

Safe & Adjustable Access

Our adjustable-height mobile platforms provide a stable and safe workspace, eliminating the need for ladders while improving accessibility. These solutions are ideal for engine inspections, cargo access, capsule assembly, and overall aircraft maintenance.

FOD (Foreign Object Debris) Options

All AeroStep Tooling Platforms and Stairs can be configured to defend against Foreign Object Debris.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are AeroStep mobile work platforms OSHA-compliant?

Yes, all AeroStep platforms meet or exceed OSHA safety standards, ensuring compliance for aircraft maintenance and ground support operations. Features such as enclosed handrails, slip-resistant surfaces, and adjustable height options enhance worker safety.

Can AeroStep platforms be customized for specific aircraft maintenance tasks?

Yes, AeroStep platforms can be configured for various aircraft models and maintenance applications. Options include adjustable heights, removable handrails with soft bumpers, tool tray mounts, contour handrails that follow aircraft fuselage curves, and diamond plate walk surfaces for added durability and safety.

Do AeroStep platforms include Foreign Object Debris (FOD) protection?

Yes, AeroStep platforms and stairs can be designed with FOD prevention features, reducing the risk of loose tools or debris in sensitive maintenance environments. This helps maintain a clean, controlled workspace.

How mobile are AeroStep platforms?

AeroStep platforms are built with lightweight aluminum construction and 360° swiveling casters for easy maneuverability. Lockdown wheels ensure stability when in use, making them ideal for precise positioning in maintenance areas.

What types of aerospace maintenance applications are AeroStep platforms used for?

AeroStep platforms are used for engine inspections, cargo access, capsule assembly, fuselage and barrel maintenance, helicopter servicing, and general aircraft ground support tasks. Their modular, ergonomic design provides safe and efficient access in tight or high-reach areas.

What Customers Are Saying

★★★★★

The SafeRack personnel are very knowledgeable in their many product lines. John Bast followed up and answered all of my questions. The SafeRack personnel are very knowledgeable in their many product lines. I would and will recommend SafeRack, everyone was very professional.

By Lean S. from Shell Oil

★★★★

The easiest and most valuable purchasing experience I have had. Received the products I wanted, at a great cost and in a timely manner. Very versatile product. Easy to install and use. Great customer focus. One of the easiest and most valuable purchasing experiences I have had in over 20 years.

By Christina K. from Provimi North America

★★★★

SafeRack and its people care about doing business the right way. I ordered a gangway then 3 weeks later ordered another one. 3 weeks after that, another came up for order in our system. When I placed the order, the salesperson responded back making sure I wanted to order a third one. After checking our system, the third one was duplicated and we did not need it. A lot of places would have just filled the order and charged us. That shows how much SafeRack and its people care about doing business the right way with us. I would definitely recommend this product. In fact, I already have.

By Mike A. from Buzzi Unicem