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Why Alco-Lite?

Alco-Lite® brand fire ladders by Sam Carbis Solutions Group have been dedicated to supplying top-quality aluminum fire department ladders since 1930.

Their History

Founded by Sam Carbis, who first dreamed up the aluminum ladder while employed by Alcoa, Alco-Lite has grown to supply virtually all OEM manufacturers in North America, the leading equipment suppliers, the US government, and fire houses worldwide.

Commitment to Safety

Their commitment to safety has been a driving force throughout Alco-lite’s history. They have been involved in developing industry safety standards for over 60 years and encourage the annual testing of fire department ground ladders. Their ladders have been cycle tested more than 75,000 times and still pass the test.

Field Repairable and Support

All Alco-Lite® fire department ground ladders are field repairable, with a complete parts list available for each one. 

With quality, service, and experience, “it only makes sense to buy your aluminum fire ladders from the company that invented them.”