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​​​Retracta Ladder®

 The market-leading retractable elevator pit ladder, engineered to fit tight clearances where traditional, stationary pit ladders won't work

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 Also see the Extended Retracta Ladder®,  extends 18" or 24" from the wall.  Click here

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Retracta Ladder®

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  • The market leading Retracta Ladder®, the new SmartLadder™ and SmartGate Ladder™ all meet or exceed new 2022 Code requirements.
  • ​​2-3/4" wall to outside of ladder when retracted for exceptionally tight car to hoistway clearance. 
  • 7" rung-to-wall when extended for full OSHA and A17.1/B44 compliance.
  • Replaces notch or pocket in the pit & hoistway wall as required for MRL elevators.
  • Enable access to overhead machines in MRLs where the reach is too far. The Overhead Retracta Ladder® can be used to reach the machine or a hoistway platform. 
  • Electrical Protective Device per A17.1/B44 2.26.2.38 field wired in series with elevator stop switch or dedicated run to controller prevents elevator operation when ladder is extended, positive break N.C. contact, NEMA 4X (IP67) standard.
  • Traction Tread™ rungs, slip-resistant and self-cleaning for ideal multi-direction grip and exceptional strength.
  • Gas spring reduces force required to extend or retract ladder to less than 15 lbf (< 50 lbf code).
  • Pull pin with secure grip T-handle to extend & retract ladder and mechanically secure it in both positions.
  • OSHA Safety Yellow powder coat painted for optimal visual safety and rust protection.
  • Reversible installation with provisions to mount micro switch & pull pin assembly on either side.
  • 4' (#RL48) thru 10' (#RL120) pit depths and 16" & 12” wide rungs are standard; 9" by custom order.
  • Works with new Divider Beam Kit™.
  • Modular design for ease of handling and reduced shipping cost.
  • Compliant with California Circular Letter E-1002 for modernization.
  • Retracta Ladder® is a Registered Trademark and has been awarded US Patent #8944211.
  • Made with pride in the USA.​                                                                                                                        
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​Download a PDF Flyer for the Retracta Ladder®
Retracta Ladder Flier
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​Download "Which Ladder for What" - helpful cheat sheet
Which Ladder for What
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​​Download a Retracta Ladder® Ordering Guide
Retracta Ladder® Ordering Guide
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  • Home
  • Our Products
    • SmartLadder
    • SmartGate Ladder
    • Retracta Ladder
    • Extended Retracta Ladder
    • Pull Pin Pole for Retracta Ladder
    • Divider Beam Kit
    • Powered Retracta Ladder
    • Adjusta Ladder
    • Bracket Extender
    • Low-Profile Fishplate
    • Seismic Fish Plates for Old Otis Rails
    • Rope Align Block
  • Contact
  • Ordering & Payment
  • Ordering Guides - RFQs
    • SmartLadder Order Form
    • SmartGate Ladder Order Form
    • Retracta Ladder Order Form
    • Adjusta Ladder Order Form
  • About Us