Access Platforms

Our range of access platforms is designed to provide safe and efficient access to areas that are difficult to reach.   We offer both counterbalance steps and cantilever access platforms.

Counterbalance vs Cantilever Access Platforms: What’s the Difference?

Counterbalance platforms use fixed-in counterbalance weights at the foot of the steps to balance the extended platform, allowing safe access over obstacles whilst remaining highly mobile. Cantilever platforms achieve the same overreach through their structural design, using an extended frame rather than counterweights. Both provide safe access over machinery and other obstructions, with the best solution depending on the application and working environment.

Counterbalance Steps

Why use counterbalanced steps?

There are many benefits to using counter-balance mobile step units, including:

• Safety: Counterbalance step units are designed to be safe and stable. The counterbalanced platform helps to prevent the unit from tipping over, while the guardrails help to prevent users from falling.
• Efficiency: Counterbalance step units can help users to access hard-to-reach areas quickly and easily, without the need for a ladder. This can save time and improve productivity.
• Versatility: Counterbalance step units can be used for a variety of tasks, such as picking and packing, cleaning, and maintenance. They are also a safe and effective way to access areas that are difficult or dangerous to reach with a ladder.

Hyprosteps Counterbalanced units feature:

• Fixed-in counterbalance weights at the foot of the safety steps providing optimum stability
• Robust guardrails
• Fixed castors at the rear and swivel-braked castors at the front for stability and mobility.
• Grate tread which provides superior grip on the stairs even in wet weather or conditions.
• Top-quality manufacturing – all our units feature welded joints rather than bolted joints, giving our platforms superior rigidity and strength, and protection against fatigue and rust.
  

  When choosing a counterbalance mobile step unit it is important to consider the following factors:

• The height of the unit: The unit should be tall enough to reach the area that you need to access.
• The weight capacity of the unit: The unit should be able to accommodate the weight of the user and any tools or materials that they will be carrying. Hyprosteps units can accommodate up to 130kg.
• The type of surface that the unit will be used on: The unit should have a stable base that will not tip over on uneven surfaces.

Cantilever Access Platforms

Why use Cantilever Access Platforms?

A cantilever platform achieves its reach through the strength of the structure itself, rather than using added weights.

Cantilever access platforms, sometimes referred to as cantilever steps or overreach platforms, feature an extended platform section that projects beyond the supporting frame. This design allows operators to work safely over obstacles while maintaining full platform support behind the user.

• Safety: Counterbalance step units are designed to be safe and stable. The counterbalanced platf
• Greater Overreach: Cantilever platforms are specifically designed to extend beyond their supporting structure, allowing safe access over machinery and other fixed obstructions.
• No Counterweights Required: Unlike counterbalance platforms, cantilever platforms achieve their reach through structural design rather than additional weights. This can reduce overall unit weight and provide a more streamlined solution.
• Ideal for Bespoke Applications: Cantilever platforms can be designed around specific machinery, production lines or access requirements, making them particularly suitable for permanent or dedicated access locations.

Hyprosteps Cantilever Access Platforms feature:

• Extended cantilever platform design for safe overreach access.
• Large working platform providing comfortable access for operators and tools
• Robust guardrails for maximum operator protection
• Heavy-duty welded construction for exceptional strength and durability
• Grate tread providing superior grip in wet or industrial environments
• Bespoke designs available to suit specific machinery, obstacles and access requirements.
• Manufactured in the UK to meet demanding industrial applicationsExtended cantilever platform design for safe overreach access

Need help choosing the right access platform? Contact our team for expert advice and a tailored solution.

Counterbalance steps with platform

Counterbalance steps with weights at the foot of steps