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Rooftop Walkway, Plank & Ramp Systems

Rooftop walkway plank, ramp and access systems that provide safe, code-aware routes for maintenance and egress across roofs and equipment areas.

Every roof needs safe, defined routes for the crews who maintain it. Architectural Systems fabricates and installs rooftop walkway plank, ramp and access systems that give maintenance and service personnel reliable paths across roofs and around equipment — while protecting the roof assembly underneath.

We engineer ramps, platforms and walkways for their loads and detail them with slip resistance and code-aware access in mind. Just as important, we detail the support systems to distribute weight and work with the roofing membrane, so the very systems meant to protect the roof don’t end up damaging it.

From straightforward plank runs to elevated platforms and equipment-access catwalks, we build rooftop access that keeps people safe and the building serviceable.

The Difference

Why this scope works better with us

Safe, Defined Routes

Walkway plank and ramp systems give maintenance crews safe, repeatable paths across roofs and around equipment — protecting both people and the roof.

Engineered Access

Ramps, platforms and transitions are engineered for loads and detailed for slip resistance and code-aware access.

Membrane-Friendly Support

Support systems are detailed to distribute load and work with the roof assembly, avoiding point damage to the membrane.

How We Work

Our fabrication process

01

Design-Assist & Budget

We join at concept or DD to budget, problem-solve constructability, and value-engineer without sacrificing the designer’s intent.

02

Shop Drawings & Engineering

Detailed shop drawings, connection design and BIM coordination, submitted for architect and GC approval.

03

Fabrication

In-house cutting, forming, welding, laser-cut work and finishing — to architectural tolerances.

04

Finishing

Powder coat, anodize, paint, patina, blackened steel and specialty finishes coordinated to the spec.

05

Delivery & Field Installation

Sequenced delivery and professional installation, coordinated to the project schedule.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do walkway and ramp systems protect the roof membrane?
Yes. Supports are detailed to distribute loads and work with the roofing assembly so foot traffic and structures don't damage the waterproofing.
Are ramps and platforms engineered for code access requirements?
We engineer platforms and ramps for the applicable loads and detail them with slip resistance and access in mind for the intended use.
Can these systems route around rooftop equipment?
Yes — walkways and catwalks are commonly laid out to provide safe service access around HVAC and other rooftop equipment.

Have a project on the boards?

Bring us in early. We’ll budget your architectural metal scope, solve constructability, and protect the design — all from one accountable shop.

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