Replacing a wood DIY stair with Erectastep’s rooftop crossover stair in under an hour

Replacing a wood DIY stair with Erectastep's rooftop crossover stair in under an hour

Quick & Compliant: MPS, a trusted ErectaStep distributor and leading supplier of industrial equipment and safety products, recently completed a rooftop crossover stair installation that demonstrates the advantages of modular, OSHA-compliant solutions. The project involved replacing an aging, non-compliant DIY wooden crossover with a new 4-step ErectaStep aluminum rooftop crossover stair. The installation was completed in about an hour, thanks to ErectaStep’s prefabricated metal stairs, bolt-together design and lightweight components.

Unlike the previous wooden structure, which was vulnerable to weather and posed compliance issues, the new ErectaStep system is engineered for durability and long-term performance in harsh rooftop environments. Constructed from corrosion-resistant aluminum, the ErectaStep crossover will not rot, rust, or deteriorate, providing maintenance-free operation for years to come. Most importantly, it meets all OSHA safety standards, ensuring safe access over rooftop obstacles for maintenance teams and contractors.

MPS’s broad expertise-ranging from valves, gaskets, and flanges to PPE like hard hats and safety glasses-makes them a one-stop shop for industrial and construction needs. Their partnership with ErectaStep allows customers to upgrade from makeshift or temporary solutions to permanent, code-compliant access systems that are quick to install and built to last. This project is a perfect example of how the right distributor and the right product can deliver immediate safety improvements and long-term value.