Ladder and it's parts

Ladder is widely use in various types of industries and it is also a common tool in everyone’s home now. However, not many people knows the parts of a ladder are called or what their functions are. Here in stepbystep.my you are now able to easily identify all the parts of both a step ladder and extension ladder where these two are the most commonly used ladders anywhere in the world!

Top Landing

Since ladder innovation, the top landing has grown in its practicality. Primarily used to assist in securing the step ladder together, many top landings are now available as a tray-like part that holds various items including nails, tools, screws and other smaller items at the top of the ladder. But take note, do not step or sit or the top landing!

Body

This part of the step ladder (the ‘legs’) that make it possible for the ladder to stand upright without the need to lean against a stable object.

Step

Step more or less speak for itself. Step is used to climb to the top(ish) of the step ladder. Most brands may add anti-slip surfaces to the steps to provide additional grip for comfortable and safe climbing experience.

Spreaders

Spreaders are used to keep the body of the ladder from splitting apart in addition to locking the ladder into position when it is in used.

Rubber Shoes

The primary use of ladder rubber shoes is simple, to prevent the ladder from moving and slipping while you are working with the ladder. Rubber shoes come in different materials too.

Extended Body (First Layer)

This section of the ladder helps to reach higher position by sliding it up and down.

Rung

Rungs serve the same function as steps on a step ladder. It comes with an anti-slip surfaces to the steps to provide additional grip for comfortable and safe climbing experience.

Rung Hook

Rung hook serve to lock the extended body into place so that it doesn’t collapse. In order to slide down the extended body section, the rung hook hinge must be in upward position so they slide over the base body rungs.

Base Body (Second Layer)

The base body section of the ladder always remains static, it does not move up or down. This section interlocks with the extended body section so that the two sections function similar to a rail-type system.

Rubber Shoes

The primary use of ladder rubber shoes is simple, to prevent the ladder from moving and slipping while you are working with the ladder. Rubber shoes come in different materials too.

And there you have it! The sections of a step ladder and extension are explained. If you require quality, reliable step and extension ladders, be sure to WhatsApp us and check out our wide-ranging products catalogue. For more information on the step, extensions or any type of ladders just click contact us today!