Who Invented Ramps

The ancient Greeks constructed a paved ramp known as the Diolkos to drag ships across the Isthmus of Corinth. In 1600, Galileo hailed the inclined plane as one of the six simple machines in his work Le Meccaniche. The ramp’s ability to move objects shouldn’t overshadow its astounding ability to move people.

When were ramps first invented?

AD525: The first evidence of a wheelchair being used in China, establishing the need for a wheelchair ramp. 1600s: Ramps were used in ancient Greece to move large objects.

Why are ramps so important?

Studies have shown that over 92% of consumers are more likely to support a business that is physically and digitally accessible to all. By adding a ramp, you’ll not only make your business more physically accessible, but you’ll be able to visually demonstrate it to passing customers.