Which Branach Ladder Do I Need? A Guide to the Product Range

The right ladder is not simply the one that reaches the required height. It must also suit the task, the ground, the working environment and the position the user needs to maintain.

Branach offers several ladder ranges because working at height looks different from one site to the next. This guide will help you narrow down the options and identify what to discuss with your team before choosing a model.

Start with the task

Before looking at a product, ask:

• Is the ladder being used to reach an elevated point, or to work from?
• How long will the person be in position?
• Will they need tools or materials?
• Is there enough room to set up a step platform?
• Is the ground level and stable?
• Are there electrical, corrosive or other site hazards?
• Does the task require a specific fall control arrangement?

These answers matter more than choosing a ladder by length alone. If a worker cannot reach the job without stretching or adopting an awkward position, a taller ladder may not solve the problem.

For access at height: PowerMaster Extension and Single ladders

If the task calls for a fibreglass extension ladder, the Branach PowerMaster Extension (FED) is a starting point to consider. For applications where a single ladder is appropriate, Branach also offers the PowerMaster Single (FND).

The choice between a single and extension ladder depends on the access point, required length, space available for setup and how the ladder will be transported. You also need to assess the ground and the surface against which the ladder will rest.

Explore the PowerMaster and other extension ladder options.

​For a defined wor​king position: WorkMaster step platforms

Sometimes the main requirement is a place to stand while carrying out work, rather than access to another level. In those cases, a step platform may be worth assessing.

The WorkMaster range includes a 450 mm step platform (FPL) and a 550 mm step platform (FPW). When comparing them, consider the space available at the worksite, the position of the task and whether the platform can be placed close enough to avoid overreaching.

A step platform still needs an appropriate setup area. Check that it can be opened and positioned as intended, with all feet supported.

Explore Branach step platforms.

For uneven ground: All Terrain options

Outdoor work does not always happen on a level surface. Slopes, soil and changing ground conditions can make a conventional ladder setup unsuitable.

Branach’s All Terrain Extension (FED-AT) and All Terrain Step Platform (FPW-AT) are options to assess when the site presents these challenges. Branach also offers TerrainMaster stabilisers for compatible configurations.

The decision still begins with the ground assessment. Check the conditions at the exact setup point, the relevant product instructions and whether the selected configuration suits the task. Never rely on improvised packing to compensate for an unsuitable setup.

Explore Branach All Terrain ladders and TerrainMaster.

For harsh environments: CorrosionMaster

If ladders are used around salt, water or other corrosive conditions, the environment should be part of the purchasing decision.

The CorrosionMaster range includes a step platform, extension ladder and single ladder. Choose the ladder type according to the task first, then discuss the environmental exposure and suitable model with Branach. Inspection, cleaning and maintenance requirements should also be part of the plan.

Explore the CorrosionMaster range.

When fall control is part of the access plan

Some work calls for more than selecting a ladder with the right dimensions and footing. Branach also offers a Fall Control System that should be assessed as a complete method of work.

Consider the task, site conditions, system components, user training, inspection and emergency response before choosing a configuration. The product must be used according to its instructions and the site’s working at height procedures.

Explore the Branach Fall Control range.

A quick way to narrow your options

This table is a starting point, not a substitute for assessing the task and site. Model size, load rating, accessories and compatibility must be checked for the specific product you select.

Still unsure which Branach ladder you need?

Describe the task, required access, ground conditions, available space and work environment before requesting a recommendation. Those details will help identify a suitable range and highlight whether a different access method is needed.

Branach can also work with organisations on equipment selection, training and working at height audits.

Explore the full Branach product range or contact Branach to discuss your application.

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