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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

★★★★★

SafeRack is extremely customer-focused. Pat Early was extremely responsive and made sure that I was satisfied with the proposal. He knew the product line extremely well and could answer, on the fly, any question about what he represents. Lastly, he presented to the MWV employees information about the platform. This went very well and I got buy-in on new equipment. And it delivered surprisingly quickly. I was told that it would be a January 2011 delivery and I would miss out on the 2010 closing. However, the new platform was delivered the last week of December 2010. SafeRack is extremely customer-focused. This is refreshing.

By Theodore S. from Mead Westvaco

★★★★

Cost effective, easy operator use, great design. The product met my expectations and was very functional… it is simple and easy to install… cost effective, easy operator use, great design.

By Phillip W. from Dowler-Karn Limited

★★★★★

Very fast. Great response from the salesman. I would recommend this product.

By Gary B. from Hunt Refining Company