Ladders are essential, and it is amazing how much we rely on them for. Without them, we would not be able to reach high places to do maintenance or pick the nicest fruits from the top of the tree without risking our safety climbing it. The telescopic ladder is a revolution in the ladder world and has created so many fantastic solutions for those who use ladders, either personally or professionally. This article aims to take you through the history of the telescopic ladder, as well as some of the great ones you can purchase directly from us.

The History of the Telescopic Ladder

Telescopic ladders were initially created for the professional market by the company Teletower. The idea was to create a ladder that could be used like any other, but took up a lot less space and was easier to move from location to location. Plus, they could be used for escapes from dangerous situations, such as burning buildings, with ease.

This became the telescopic ladder and it was quickly picked up and incorporated into professional and regular life. This is especially true for surveyors, who found they could slide this ladder into the boot of their car, so that they could take them from job to job. The extendable ladder became less frequently used after the telescopic ladder was released. After all, it was much easier to get these to fit in your car or van, than to try attaching an extendable ladder to the side.

They can even be carried on a bicycle or on your back that is how compact these fantastic ladders are. As time passed and development continued, it even found its way into scaffolding with the telescopic scaffold tower. The telescopic ladder is a fantastic piece of kit that has made construction and repair work that much easier to carry out and complete.

Types of Telescopic Ladder

Generally, there are two main types of telescopic ladder and they can be used for anything from basic repairs around the home, and cleaning the gutters out to professional jobs and repairs such as, painting and decorating. The standard telescopic ladder is in the form of a regular ladder, the only difference being that it is entirely retractable, slotting perfectly into your car, or even on your back. This type is the most commonly used and widely available.

The second form is the telescopic platform ladder. It comes in two easy to assemble/disassemble parts that fit easily into the back of a large vehicle. Generally, they weight around 55 kilos and will need two people to set it up. However, they are very handy for professional work and the platform means that both your hands are freed up for the task at hand.

Where to Buy

You can purchase standard telescopic ladders from our website, where we have a great range on offer. Compact and easy to carry around, it’s a purchase you are unlikely to forget.

To Conclude

Telescopic ladders are revolutionary in more ways than one, and they make a fantastic companion to the working professional. If you need something that saves space and still does a great job, this is certainly the right purchase got you.