Not All Telescopic Ladders Are Created Equal

Telescopic ladders are known for their portability — compact, easy to transport, and quick to deploy. But what separates an everyday model from one built to survive demanding worksites and daily professional use?

The answer lies in engineering, safety-critical design, and real-world durability. At TB Davies, our Xtend+Climb® ProSeries and Super ProSeries models are built around one philosophy: Tough Telescopic Technology.

The Engineering Inside a Telescopic Ladder

Telescopic ladders are fundamentally different from traditional step or extension ladders. They contain multiple moving components, precision locking systems, and overlapping aluminium tubes — all of which must perform flawlessly under repeated stress.

A professional-grade telescopic ladder must be:

• Precision-engineered from aerospace-grade aluminium
• Cycle tested to thousands of extensions and retractions
• Equipped with safety lock indicators, stabilisers, and wall pads
• Built to resist dents, deformation, and contamination

The Xtend+Climb® range includes features like the Lightning Latch™ locking system and auto-extending stabiliser bars, which keep users secure on a range of surfaces — from polished concrete to gravel.

Built to Perform — Not Just to Pass

All TB Davies telescopic ladders are independently tested to EN131-6:2019, the European standard for telescopic ladders. But we don’t stop there.

Each model is:

• Tested to over 4,000 open/close cycles — far beyond minimum compliance
• Rated to 150 kg max load (including tools & equipment)
• Fitted with visual safety indicators to confirm each rung is securely locked

While lower-cost models may visually resemble premium ladders, many fail to meet even the most basic durability thresholds — leading to excessive wear, stuck sections, or dangerous locking failures.

Designed for the Real World

Whether you’re on a construction site, working in FM, or accessing plant equipment, your gear needs to be:

• Safe – visible safety status and zero-risk retraction
• Durable – resistant to impact, wet/dry cycles, and heavy use
• Portable – folds down to fit in vans, racks, or storage cages
• Low Maintenance – easy to clean, polish, inspect
  
  The Xtend+Climb® Super ProSeries goes one step further, with:
  
• Matt-black anodised aluminium finish
• CNC-machined couplings for enhanced durability
• Auto-deploying stabiliser bar and 5-year warranty

Why Tough Matters

Choosing a telescopic ladder isn’t just about convenience — it’s about safety, compliance, and trust in your equipment. Cheap imports may save pennies in the short term, but a bent tube or failed locking pin can cost far more in the long run.