Types of Ladder Racks

A ladder rack is a flat open framework, mounted on top of a vehicle, usually a pickup truck. This rack can be used to carry various items, including ladders, long pipes, boards and tools. A ladder rack offers a hold, to accommodate bulky items, so that the bed of a pickup truck is left available to hold smaller or heavier articles. There are a number of ladder racks available in the market, perfectly suited to specific needs and requirements.

It is essential to select the proper ladder rack. It should provide sufficient head space for the bed, without increasing the total height of the vehicle too much. A building contractor or a professional painter, who needs to carry several different articles on the ladder rack, should choose a ladder rack that fills the truck bed. This type of ladder rack has four upright supports, which allows plenty of room for storage underneath as well as above the whole bed of the truck. A person who needs to carry only one ladder at a time needs a rack mounted on one side of the truck. These racks are smaller in size with one or two supports.

It is important to consider the number of clamps on the ladder rack. A ladder rack with a large number of clamps is a good choice when many different items are to be carried. Ladder racks are also differentiated on the basis of their height and length. Some ladder racks can be placed anywhere on the truck bed. Some racks offer the option of different mounting devices that hold the mount on the truck. Some ladder racks are permanent installations, while others have removable mounting devices. The ladder racks are handy equipment, enabling the transportation of many articles and offering optimum use of the vehicle.

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An New Innovative Tool for Hanging Drywall

Hanging sheetrock can be back breaking work and almost impossible to do without two people, particularly if hanging sheetrock on the ceiling. Most professional drywall hangers and do-it-yourself homeowners use a drywall jack or a homemade T-bar to hold the drywall in place while they fasten it to the ceilings. However, for the do-it-yourself homeowner renting a drywall jack can be expensive and using a T-bar can take some getting use to. There is now a new alternative. I recently discovered a rather innovative tool for hanging drywall on ceilings and walls. The tool is extremely low cost, simple to use and very effective for holding drywall in place.

The drywall tool goes by the name "FREE HANDS". It is effectively a support tool for hanging sheetrock on ceilings and eliminates the need for a drywall jack or a T-bar. In addition, the device can also be used for hanging sheetrock on walls. Its simplicity is what makes it so unique.

The FREE HAND drywall tool simply consists of two small brackets that can be quickly secured into ceiling joists or wall studs prior to hanging the drywall. The drywall installer then simply slides the drywall into the FREE HAND tool to support the weight of the drywall while it is being secured with screws or nails. FREE HAND can also be used on walls, by measuring down from the ceiling 48 inches and securing the FREE HAND tool to a wall stud. The sheetrock can then be slid into place up against the wall studs and then fastened with drywall nails or screws.

Though FREE HAND is low tech it is very effective and low cost. The developer and manufacture, Quality Tool, advertise and sell the product on their website.

The next time you plan on hanging sheetrock you may want to consider this alternative for holding drywall. It could save you time, money and maybe even a sore neck and back.

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Ladder Rack Vans

Vans can be used for different purposes. Contractors use them to carry equipment; they are a great mode of transport while moving houses; they are often taken out by people for recreational activities, etc. Ladder racks can make all these activities a lot easier, by increasing the storage space available in a van.

A ladder rack for Chevy Astro or/ GMC Safari minivan is available with flat or arched cross supports. The bowed cross support version is prefect for loading and unloading the ladders; it can be upgraded with the side access or lock down upgrades. The flat cross support version is ideal for carrying several ladders, plywood, or other cargo. These racks come with 4 3/4"" wide cross supports, which are constructed with zinc-plated steel and covered with a sturdy polyester-epoxy white powder coat finish for greater rust protection. Racks bolt through the roof with reinforcement brackets that, along with the van's roof braces, offer better support. Both racks fit GMC Safari and Chevy Astro minivans.

Heavy-duty steel ladder racks are available with either two or three cross supports, and can handle loads up to 800 pounds, including scaffolding or piping. Three cross-support models are ideal for holding less stable cargo that has a propensity to sag. The installation is drill-free, making it simple to remove the rack or transfer it to a different vehicle if necessary. The ladder racks are constructed of 14-gauge structural steel tubing, which gives extra durability and strength. Each of the 1 1/2"" square cross support is set deep into the steel uprights. The additional wide mounting base and clamp guarantees utmost support and stability, without having to drill holes in the vehicle top. The tie-down ring on each cross support is adjustable, and firmly secures the cargo. For superior protection and durability, the racks come with a thick powder coat finish. It may be essential to cut cross supports on the vans having contour roof designs.

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On 9-27-09 GFD toned out for a reported box alarm in a junkyard just after 2pm, the header was visible from Porter County Indiana. Multiple lines were used along with aerial ladders to extinguish the fire after Firefighters gained entry to the property. Crews were on scene into the next day pouring thousands of gallons of water on the 200x200 100 foot tall pile of crushed car parts. Investigators reported the fire was due to spontaneous combustion. Mutual aid companies From Merrillville, Lake Ridge, and Portage assisted with Gary Station Coverage.

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Trailer Ladder Racks

Trailers are heavy-duty vehicles that facilitate the transportation of large consignments and automobiles. Ladder racks are popular after market accessories that add to the utility of the vehicle. Certain trailers are fitted with ladder racks at the time of purchase itself. Trailer ladder racks are a feasible installation that offers additional storage space.

Ladder rack trailers can be found in many shapes and sizes, depending on the needs of the user and the capacity of the vehicle. Big trucks and dumpers are usually seen pulling oversized ladder rack trailers. These trailers have the capacity of carrying heavy loads while smaller trailers are available for vans, smaller cars and even motorcycles. Trailer ladder racks are available in various durable metal ranges and sizes. When installing trailer ladder racks, people may opt to hire the services of professionals, to ensure the accurate installation.

Many farmers appreciate the flexibility offered by using trailer ladder racks mainly because these racks suit the requirements of their profession. The farmers are able to change a complete load of tools without having to unload and reload every item. Trailer ladder racks can be purchased when buying a vehicle or as an afterthought. They are available at local hardware stores and online shops. It is advisable for potential customers to read reviews and guides before making a final selection. This helps to compare features, costs and manufacturers reputation.

There are different types of trailers available. Some of them are open trailers with no roof, while others are enclosed, for better protection. When installing ladder racks on trailers, people need to follow instruction manual guidelines. Carelessness in the installation procedure can lead to accidents or result in excessive drilling or chipping of the paint on the vehicle. The equipment is handy and has multiple uses, with a storage capacity.

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Plant Ladders

Old or even broken timber ladders can be put to a number of new uses around the home, shed or garden.

Among the ideas you could explore are pot plant or storage stands, climber frames, storage racks and pot plant hanger racks. If using it for a set of shelves for instance, it does not even matter if the old thing is missing a rung or two, this can either add height to one shelf or just add to the charm of the finished product.

But before you deck your old ladder out for its new job, inspect it carefully. Repair and/or strengthen any weak or cracked areas. Smooth or cut back any dangerous edges or exposed splinters, as this is for your's and other peoples safety.

To paint or not to paint is up to you, depending on the effect that you are trying to achieve. But bare unpainted timber will last longer if you soak or paint some form of preservative product or oil into the exposed timber, especially if it will have to survive the effects of weathering.

Also if you are going to use it around the garden or elsewhere outside the house, you will need to consider whether undesirable people might use it as a means to enter your home, so securing the ladder to the surrounding supports may well be an important issue.

Pot plant or Storage Stands/Racks

A Frame Ladders

Stand one of these ladders in a spare corner of the home, patio, pergola or shed; add some planks of timber of whatever you have around the place, and you will either have a rustic display stand for your plants or for the gardening accessories out in the shed.

Or separate the two halves of an A Frame ladder, and make them the end supports of a set of rectangular shelves, the choice are up to you. Though this set of shelving will need more cross bracing to support the expected loads that it would carry.

Stepladders

Hung or fastened parallel to the shed floor well above your head, one ladder would make an ideal hanging storage rack for things like garden hoses, spare hanging pots, watering cans etc. Whereas, one fastened up outside your home, above head height would easily accommodate a fairly big collection of hanging pots.

Whereas if you hung or fastened one parallel to the shed floor at about knee height, one single ladder will make an ideal storage rack with dividers, for all your big garden tools to stand upright in; like spades, forks, rakes, hoes, garden stakes, spare lengths of timber, fishing rods, oars etc.

Climber Frames

A Frame Ladders

Use a freestanding A Frame ladder out in the open garden as a climbing frame for a rose or something similar.

Or separate the two halves and mount them against a wall, either at an angle similar to the original freestanding model, or flat as in a stepladder, as a climbing frame.

Stepladders

Mount a ladder against a fence or shed/house wall, either vertically or horizontally and you have an effective trellis or climbing frame for your climbing plants. From as simple as using hanger hooks to actually screwing it to a supporting frame you can grow just about any plant over this sort of climbing frame.

So don't send that old ladder to the hardware store in the sky, as there are a number of new lives it could find around your home once it can no longer be used as a ladder.

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