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Tank, Silo Access Platforms

Custom stair configurations for access to tanks and silos. From single run (up to 20 feet) exterior alternating tread stairs and landings to towers or switchbacks for structures over 25 feet in height.

Tank Stairs, Silo Stairs

Key Tank and Silo Access Stair Benefits

Lapeyre Stair has crafted custom access solutions for industrial silo and storage tank access for more than four decades.  Our permanent, code-compliant, modular stair systems are designed to provide spacing-saving, safety-focused, efficient access.

Our systems are available in galvanized or powder-coated carbon steel, aluminum*, or stainless steel*, and can be configured with either standard industrial stairs or alternating tread stairs.

No welding is required for assembly or installation.

* Denotes alternating tread stair systems only.

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Free Standing

Our Tank and Silo Access Stairs can be completely independent or integrated into existing structures.

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100% Factory Finished

No post-manufacturing welding is necessary. 

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Simple, Bolt-Together Installation

Our knock-down design ships flat, arrives ready to assemble, and requires no welding or expensive equipment for installation.

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Stair Options

Tank and Silo Stair Systems can be designed with space-saving alternating tread stairs, or standard industrial stairs.

Photos of Tank, Silo Access Stairs Installations

Tank and Silo Access Solutions for Any Size

There are no out of the box solutions when it comes to designing safe, compliant access. Our designers, engineers, and production teams are standing by build the exact system you require.

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Tank and Silo Access Stair Technical Specs

Freestanding, Self-Support Stair Tower Heights (Modular)Maximum heights 288"
Attached Stair Tower Heights Contact a stair expert
Stair OptionsAlternating Tread Stairs
Industrial (OSHA) Stairs
MaterialsCarbon Steel
FinishesPowder Coated Safety Yellow
Powder Coated Iron Gray
Choice of Color, Powder Coat (RAL)
Gray Primer
Galvanized, recommended for all outside applications
ComplianceOSHA (only)
TreadsDiamond Plate
Grip Tread
Bar Grating
Capacity1,000 lbs
RisersOpen

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Tank and Silo Access Stair Resources

Lapeyre Stair Team

Customer Care Guarentee

We are committed to maintaining the highest design, engineering, and productions standards possible.

Each stair is supported by 76 full-time team members, drawing on a combined 646 years of experience.

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