ProLift — Mid/High Roof
Two-stage Max-Drop system
- Brings ladders low for ergonomic access on tall vans
- Lift assist cuts the lift by up to 50%
- One-hand operation; theft protection
Adrian Steel · Ladder racks
Adrian Steel ladder racks & ladder storage
Carry ladders, conduit and long materials safely. Adrian Steel’s ladder rack line ranges from ProLift drop-down racks that bring the ladder down to you, to simple Grip-Lock clamp racks, HD Utility roof racks and interior ladder storage.
Rack styles
Match the rack to your ladders and your van
Adrian Steel’s ladder racks and ladder storage.
ProLift — Low Roof & Max-Drop
Single-stage drop
- For low-roof vans like Transit Low Roof or Express
- Precision lift assist
- Max-Drop also available for low-roof vans and trucks
Grip-Lock
Load it, clamp it, go
- Manual clamp — no hydraulics, fewer failure points
- Aluminum, powder-coated; padlock capable
- Step ladder kit for 6′–8′ step ladders
HD Utility Roof Rack
For ladders, lumber, pipe & more
- Full-length roof coverage with side uprights
- Modular: 4 upright options, 2- & 3-bar setups
- Rear roller assist bar and ladder stop accessories
Interior Ladder Storage
Keep ladders inside
- Vertical holder, ceiling holder, ladder hooks, ladder shelf
- Protects ladders from theft and weather
- Ladder shelf includes a storage tray
Conduit Carriers
Diamond tread aluminum
- 10′6″ and 12′6″ aluminum carriers
- 4″ and 6″ PVC end-cap kits
- Lift-up door with swivel lock
Which one?
Choosing a rack
How Adrian Steel suggests choosing.
ProLift
Heavy ladders, tall vans
Choose a drop-down ProLift if crews handle heavy fiberglass or extension ladders often, or can’t easily reach overhead.
Drop-downGrip-Lock
Frequent, short stops
A simple, rugged clamp rack for low-roof vans and solo operators loading ladders all day.
ClampHD Utility
Loads that change
For crews carrying multiple ladders, lumber, conduit or ducting — no two loads the same.
UtilityFAQ
Ladder rack questions
How much easier is a drop-down rack?
Adrian Steel says ProLift’s precision lift assist cuts the lift by up to 50%, and the Max-Drop system brings the ladder lower for ergonomic loading on tall vans.
Can I secure ladders against theft?
Yes. ProLift and Grip-Lock list theft protection, and Grip-Lock is padlock capable.
How much can a utility rack carry?
Adrian Steel says its HD Utility rack is tested to handle 500+ lb, and notes you should always follow your vehicle OEM’s roof payload rating — the lower number wins.
Can I carry conduit too?
Yes. Adrian Steel conduit carriers (10′6″ and 12′6″ aluminum, or 4″/6″ PVC end caps) work with ProLift, Grip-Lock and HD Utility racks on full-size low-roof vans.
Quote checklist
What we need to quote
Ladder racks are vehicle specific.
- Van year / make / model
- Roof height & wheelbase
- Ladder types & lengths
- Passenger side, driver side or both
- Conduit or long materials?
- Number of vans
Product names, specifications and claims are Adrian Steel’s, summarized from adriansteel.com — Ladder racks. Availability varies by vehicle; VSI confirms fitment on every quote.
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Quote a ladder rack
Tell us your van and your ladders — we’ll recommend the right rack and install it.