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Mobile Access Solutions for Military and Defense Applications

In aerospace operations, secure and adaptable access is essential. SafeRack’s rolling work platforms, stairs, and tooling access solutions provide stable, mobile access to aircraft components from multiple angles. Designed for safety and efficiency, these platforms enhance productivity while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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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

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Extremely Satisfied SafeRack has always been there for us. For replacing a unit or just for information, they have been great to work with.

By Adam A. from Dolese Bros Co

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Thank you for helping us find a convenient product that keeps our employees safe. Benefits we found with the product was that they were convenient, safer for employees' back and easier to find. Very helpful in the order process. Sales was very helpful in tracking down the right product that I needed – Thank you!

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The team at SafeRack was on top of it! Very quick to reply with the requested information and very thorough on the follow up making sure my orders executed in a timely manner. Thanks very much.

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