Roof Access Stair Tower Installed for Major Southeast Manufacturer

Roof access stair installation at a large manufacturing facility in the Southeast.

This installation, uses our modular components configured as a roof access stair tower, providing workers access to the facilities roof at a large manufacturing facility in the Southeast. This aluminum stair system creates long-term and safe access for the facility’s maintenance personnel.

The tower features a straight-run stair configuration engineered to meet OSHA standards for rooftop access at an elevation of approximately 25 feet. Compared to traditional vertical ladders, this design significantly improves both ergonomic access and load-carrying capacity, offering a safer alternative for maintenance workers navigating tools and equipment to the rooftop.

Why Aluminum?

• 100% Rust-Free: The structure is made entirely of industrial-grade aluminum, ensuring resistance to corrosion, even in challenging weather environments.
• Lightweight and Strong: The system is easy to transport and install without compromising on structural integrity.
• Fast Installation: Bolt-together components allow for rapid assembly with minimal interruption to ongoing operations.
• Long-Term Safety: Grip strut treads offer a slip-resistant surface, while OSHA-compliant guardrails ensure secure ascent and descent.

This installation is part of a growing trend among industrial facilities seeking permanent, code-compliant alternatives to outdated cage ladders. Upside’s prefabricated stair towers provide scalable, modular solutions that are both code-compliant and future-ready, supporting safe and efficient building access.

As with all Upside projects, the solution was delivered turn-key — from design through installation — with a focus on performance, compliance, and long-term value.