Mobile Ladder Stands Stable and Fits Perfectly in Cramped Space in Odorant Facility

Using odorants in natural gas and other flammable chemicals is essential for public safety. These chemicals give the gas its distinctive smell, making it possible to detect even small leaks. Although harmless, petrochemical companies add these chemicals to gas products at concentrations matching each compound’s odor threshold. The odors allow the gas to be easily detected if it escapes into the atmosphere. In addition, odorants help to track the source of leaks, allowing repairs to be made quickly and efficiently.

Arkema has been a leading supplier of odorants for propane and natural gas products. Odorants are added to these products to help make leaks detectable, which is critical for safety. Arkema’s odorants are carefully selected to be highly effective and safe for people and the environment. The company’s odorants are used in various industries, including home heating, aviation, and manufacturing. In addition to its odorants business, Arkema is also a leading producer of specialty chemicals and advanced materials.

Founded in 1994, Arkema’s Pineville plant in Louisiana needed mobile access around their tanks surrounded by containment berms. Most available rolling ladders in the market cannot turn the trick around the narrow space between their storage tanks and concrete spill containment measures. Our solution? We customized our rolling metal ladders included in our MP Series design for their workers to perform tasks around their tank areas effectively.

The mobile rolling ladder stand Arkema purchased has 11 steps, a safety gate, and guardrails to protect employees whether they are regulating tank valves or performing necessary cleaning tasks that need them on top of the large storage tanks. Ladder stands are a common type of mobile ladder used in various settings, from construction sites to warehouses. They are lightweight and easy to move, making them ideal for use in tight spaces. However, ladder stands can also be dangerous if they are not used properly. Here are some things to remember when working with ladder stands:

• Inspect the ladder stand before use, looking for any damage or wear that could make it unstable.
• Never exceed the maximum weight limit for the ladder stand.
• If applicable, always use the proper safety harnesses and restraints when working in ladder stands.
• Never try to move or adjust a ladder stand while someone is using it.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the use and care of the ladder stand.
• Heeding fall protection protocols can help prevent accidents and injury when working with ladder stands.

Arkema is happy with the ladder stand and beamed, “it passed their tests with flying color.” If you’re wondering how a tall ladder stays stable, our wheeled work platform has extendable outriggers for additional support.

Mobile ladders are essential for many industries, from construction and warehouse work to event set-up and maintenance. While portable ladders must still meet OSHA guidelines, their design needs to be customized to meet the specific needs of their intended use. For example, mobile ladders for outdoor use must be stable and durable enough to withstand harsh weather conditions. Additionally, portable ladders used in tight spaces must be compact and easy to maneuver. By customizing mobile ladders to meet the specific needs of their intended use, businesses can ensure that their employees have the safest and most efficient ladder possible.

Reducing the ladder footprint because of the cramped space around the concrete spill berm around the tanks proved to be a stumbling block for Arkema. Rollastep offered the best call of designing a mobile ladder stand with outriggers as a result. Traditional rolling ladders can be unstable, and workers can easily fall if they’re not careful. With Rollastep mobile work platforms, workers can feel confident that they’re safe while performing tasks above storage tanks. And because the mobile ladder stands are easy to move around cramped spaces around the concrete berms, employees can quickly and safely perform tasks around the odorant facility. Rollastep’s mobile ladder stands are the best on the market, offering unmatched safety and convenience for industrial facilities and workers.