A heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant swimming pool access ladder suitable for commercial and residential swimming pools. Designed for safe entry and exit, complete with anti-slip treads, anchor sockets, escutcheons, and bonding/earthing connection. Suitable for installation in concrete or tiled pools.
Applicable Standards
- Dubai Municipality Swimming Pool Guidelines.
- EN 13451-1 – Swimming Pool Equipment (Safety Requirements).
- EN 16582 – Private Swimming Pools (where applicable).
- ISO 9227 – Corrosion Resistance Testing (Salt Spray).
Material
- Grade: Marine Grade Stainless Steel AISI 316 or AISI 316L (recommended for UAE conditions).
- Alternative: AISI 304 for indoor pools only.
- Tube Diameter: Ø42–43 mm.
- Tube Thickness: Minimum 1.5 mm.
- Finish: Mirror polished (No. 8 finish).
- Welds: TIG welded and polished smooth.
Ladder Configuration
- Type: Standard Deck Mounted Pool Ladder.
- Number of Steps:
- 2 Steps
- 3 Steps
- 4 Steps
- 5 Steps
- Suitable for pool depths from approximately 1.0 m to 2.0 m.
Dimensions
- Ladder Width: 500 mm (±10 mm).
- Handrail Diameter: Ø42–43 mm.
- Handrail Projection Above Deck: 700–800 mm.
- Distance Between Rails: Approximately 500 mm.
- Step Spacing: 250 mm (maximum).
- Step Width: 500 mm.
- Clearance from Pool Wall: Minimum 100 mm.
Steps
- Material: Stainless Steel AISI 316.
- Surface: Anti-slip embossed or rubber-padded tread.
- Rounded edges to prevent injury.
- Load Capacity: Minimum 150 kg per step.
- Slip-resistant design for wet environments.
Fixing Accessories
Supplied complete with:
- Stainless Steel Anchor Sockets.
- PVC or Stainless Steel Anchor Cups.
- Decorative Escutcheon Plates.
- Stainless Steel Expansion Bolts.
- Earthing/Bonding Lug.
- Installation hardware.
Safety Features
- Anti-slip steps.
- Smooth polished finish.
- No sharp edges.
- Corrosion resistant.
- UV resistant.
- Chemical resistant (chlorine and salt water).
- Stable deck anchoring.
- Electrical bonding point for equipotential connection.
Mechanical Requirements
- Static Load Capacity: Minimum 150 kg.
- Handrails shall withstand normal commercial use without permanent deformation.
- Securely fixed to pool deck.
Installation Requirements
- Installed vertically with anchor sockets embedded in reinforced concrete.
- Bonded to the pool equipotential earthing system.
- Positioned to provide safe access without obstructing circulation.
- At least one ladder should be provided for every 30 m of pool perimeter.
Corrosion Resistance
- Marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel.
- Resistant to:
- Chlorinated water
- Saltwater pools
- UV exposure
- High humidity
- Coastal environments
Finish
- Bright mirror polish.
- Smooth hygienic surface.
- Easy to clean and maintain.
Inspection & Testing
- Visual inspection.
- Weld integrity check.
- Dimensional verification.
- Load testing.
- Surface finish inspection.
- Corrosion resistance verification.
Approved Manufacturers (Equivalent)
- AstralPool
- Emaux
- Aqua
- Fluidra
- Hayward
- Kripsol
- Certikin
- Equivalent approved manufacturer.
