Platform Lifts
When space is at a minimum we have cost effective solutions that reduce disruption in smaller buildings and homes.
Vertical Platform lifts can be cheaper and less disruptive to install for buildings with space restrictions and when transport speed and constant use is not the main priority. Similar to Passenger Lifts, Platform Lifts are still a convenient and safe way to transport people, but with a slower speed and more cost effective, they can be a perfect way to resolve accessibility issues within the home or business.
Little or no preparation is required before installation because these Residential Lifts can be installed directly on to the ground or flooring which eliminates the need for a pit and headroom above the lift. All standard Passenger lifts require a pit and headroom which can add costs to building preparation work before the lift is purchased.
Platform Lifts generally have a ‘swing door’ however if you require a small pit and low headroom solution that looks like a standard Passenger Lift, then a Machinery Directive lift could be for you. A cheaper solution, still with low running costs these ‘Residential Lifts’ can also be quoted to your aesthetic specification.
Perfect for your home to solve any accessibility problems or a small office solution to ensure you are DDA (Disability Discrimination Act 1995) compliant. Sometimes called DDA lifts, Wheelchair Lifts, Home Lift or Disabled Access Lifts, these Platform Lifts are inexpensive to run and maintain, yet combine aesthetic elegance with the latest materials to provide accessibility solutions for all types of buildings. Most platform lifts are even connected to a standard power supply!
We offer a large range of Vertical Platform Lifts as well as Horizontal Platform Lifts which can span meters or just a few steps. They combine the latest technology and design so can be tailored to suit your requirements.
All our lifts, fixtures and fittings can be designed to fit the new regulations for building, safety and environment
FAQ
How much headroom or Pit space is required for a Platform Lift?
The space required under a Platform Lift (the Pit) or the space above the lift (headroom) is dramatically reduced compared to the Passenger Lifts. Vertical Platform Lifts only required a 50 mm pit and 2200 mm headroom making them a perfect solution for a Home Lift or Wheelchair Lift Solution. In some instances you don’t even need to provide a 50mm pit space as a ramp can be quoted which eliminates the need.
How many floors can a Platform Lift Travel?
Surprisingly some of the Platform Lifts we offer can travel up to 19 metres or 8 stops. For general use, a Platform lift is great for 1 to 2 floors.
Do you need extra space for a machine room?
No, our Platform Lifts are able to be MRL (Machine Room Less).
Do I need lots of building work before my Commercial or Home Platform Lift can be installed?
No, there is no need for supporting lift shaft.
Can I choose the style of my Platform Lift?
Of course! All our Platform lifts come with options for material, cabin, handrails, colours, flooring etc to ensure your lift makes a statement or blends into the décor of your home or business. Specific Residential or Home Platform Lifts are offered and so the details can be specifically tailored to your needs. Even doors that look like residential doors are used!
Can Platform Lifts also span a few stairs rather than a whole floor?
Yes they can, if you have some stairs interior or external a your home or a business you need to make accessible, a Horizonal Platform Lift can also be installed for you. The can be a flat platform for Wheelchair Access or a seat.