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Industrial Ladder Calculator

Ladder height and duty rating from reach requirements.

Inputs

Results

Ladder height (ft)

8

Duty rating (lb)375
Extension ladder (ft)14
Total load (lb)275
Step ladder (ft)8
Duty TypeIAA
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter the maximum reach height (ft) — the highest point you need to work at.
  2. Input the heaviest user weight (lb) who will use the ladder.
  3. Add the tool weight (lb) for tools and materials carried up the ladder.
  4. The calculator returns the Ladder height (ft) and Duty rating (lb) required per ANSI standards.
  5. Use the Extension ladder (ft) and Step ladder (ft) outputs to select the appropriate ladder type for your task.
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