Industrial Access Platforms for Safe, Reliable Elevated Access

Access Platforms

Engineered access platform solutions designed to help workers safely reach elevated equipment, controls, and service points in industrial environments.

Proven Access Platform Success

Access Platform Design Features and Solutions

Lapeyre Stair designs and manufactures engineered access platform systems tailored to the specific access requirements of industrial facilities. Our access platforms are configured to provide safe, stable, and code-compliant access to elevated areas while integrating seamlessly into existing plant layouts.

Each access platform solution is designed to:

Provide safe walk-up access to elevated locations
Integrate stairs, platforms, and guardrails into a single system
Accommodate tight footprints and complex site conditions
Support frequent, repeatable access in demanding environments

By engineering each system around the access requirement—not just the platform—we help facilities replace ladders and lifts with safer, permanent solutions.

Integrated Stair Systems

Access platforms are commonly paired with stair solutions, including alternating tread stairs where space is limited, to provide safe, ergonomic access.

Guardrails and Fall Protection

Platforms are designed with appropriate guardrails and handrails to support fall protection and safe movement.

Compact Footprints

Systems are engineered to fit within tight industrial spaces while maintaining safe access paths..

Industrial-Grade Construction

Built to withstand demanding environments and frequent use.

Engineered Load Capacity

Designed to support access traffic and associated equipment safely.

Common Access Platform Applications

Equipment and Machinery Access

Access platforms are commonly used to reach motors, pumps, compressors, mixers, and other industrial equipment that require regular inspection or servicing. These platforms provide stable access points that allow technicians to safely reach equipment without relying on ladders or temporary solutions.

Control Panels and Instrumentation

Many facilities require elevated access to valves, gauges, electrical panels, and control systems. Access platforms create a safe, consistent path to these components, supporting routine monitoring and operational adjustments.

Overhead and Obstructed Access

In environments with piping, conveyors, or ductwork, access platforms can be configured to route safely over or around obstructions. Compact platform layouts and integrated stair systems allow access where traditional solutions are not feasible.

Facility and Process Access

Access platforms are also used to support elevated access along production lines or process equipment,

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Access Platform & Stair Technical Specs

Alternating Tread Stair Dimensions	Heights: 24" - 240" Width: 24"
Industrial (Standard) Stair Dimensions	Heights: 18" - 240" Width: 24" or 48"
Materials	Carbon Steel Aluminum (alternating tread stair only) Stainless Steel (alternating tread stair only)
Finishes	Powder Coated Safety Yellow Powder Coated Iron Gray Choice of Color, Powder Coat (RAL) Gray Primer Galvanized
Compliance	OSHA
Treads	Diamond Plate Bar Grating Grip Tread
Platform Dimensions	Custom sizes starting at 24" x 24", leg support available
Capacity	1,000 lbs
Risers	Open

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What Are Access Platforms?

Access platforms are purpose-built industrial structures designed to provide safe, repeatable access to elevated or obstructed areas within a facility. Unlike general work platforms, which emphasize extended standing or task space, access platforms are primarily focused on getting personnel safely to where access is required—such as equipment, control panels, valves, or service points.

Access platforms typically integrate stairs, handrails, guardrails, and compact platform surfaces to create a permanent or semi-permanent access solution. They are commonly used where ladders or lifts are unsafe, inefficient, or impractical for frequent access.

In industrial settings, access platforms play a critical role in improving safety, reducing fall risk, and supporting routine maintenance, inspection, and operational access.

Access Platforms vs. Other Access Solutions

Access platforms offer significant advantages over traditional access methods:

Compared to Ladders
Access platforms provide a safer, more stable means of access, especially for frequent use.
Compared to Lifts
Permanent access platforms eliminate reliance on mobile equipment and reduce downtime.
Compared to General Work Platforms
Access platforms are purpose-built for reaching elevated areas, rather than providing extended work surfaces.

For facilities requiring reliable, repeatable access, access platforms offer a long-term safety and efficiency advantage.

Don't just take our word for it

Our standard product designs incorporate interchangeable components that are pre-engineered to comply with applicable codes and standards.

Testimonials

We extensively use alternating tread stairs from Lapeyre Stair instead of ladders in our plant because they are safer and easier to use. Working with Lapeyre Stair is easy and convenient. We just give them the height and the angle we need and they return with a drawings and quote. We ok the layout, provide a PO number, and the order arrives in two to three weeks. Lapeyre Stair is a pleasure to work with.

We have used alternating tread stairs from Lapeyre Stair for years and are finding new places to install them all the time. They are safer and easier to climb than a ladder and, when you run out of room for a long set of stairs, they are a great alternative. Customer Service has always been great; they are very patient and helpful; and my orders are correct when they arrive and include all the parts. Alternating tread stairs are easy to install and assemble. I just measure the height of the platform and decide what degree I want. Customer Service quickly responds with a print for approval, we issue a PO, and the order is produced.

We decided to switch to the alternating tread stair from caged ladders to access our equipment because it provides a safer, easier, and more efficient means of access to the equipment for our clients. The team at Lapeyre Stair has been great to work with. They are very responsive and their quick turnarounds on drawings and fabrication schedules have met the demands of our fast-paced projects.

Alternating tread stairs from Lapeyre Stair provide access to our machines that is safer and more comfortable than ladders while also saving space over a traditional stair. Lapeyre Stair is our preferred vendor for all of our stair needs. They custom build their products to our exact specifications; their web site makes getting CAD files and ordering easy; their shipping is timely and reliable; and assembly of the stairs is simple.

Equipment Platform Resources

Alternating Tread Stairs vs. Fixed Ladders

OSHA Stair Requirements

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Assembly, Installation Instructions

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Measurements, Dimensions

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The Challenge of Safe Industrial Access

Many industrial facilities rely on elevated equipment and systems that must be accessed regularly. However, providing safe access in these environments is often complicated by space constraints, surrounding obstructions, and the frequency of use.

Common access challenges include:

Equipment, controls, or instrumentation located above floor level
Obstructions such as piping, conveyors, or ductwork limiting direct access
Overreliance on ladders or mobile lifts for routine access
Increased safety risk when access is frequent or permanent
Limited floor space requiring compact access solutions

Without a dedicated access platform, workers are often forced to rely on temporary or non-ideal access methods—introducing unnecessary risk and inefficiency.

Why Choose Lapeyre Stair for Access Platforms?

Lapeyre Stair brings decades of experience designing engineered access solutions for industrial environments. Our access platforms are not off-the-shelf products—they are engineered systems designed to meet real-world access challenges.

When you work with Lapeyre, you benefit from: