STANNAH
PLATFORM LIFTS
THE CHOICES AND THE DIFFERENCES
Lifts are key to the vertical circulation of people in any public building . Whether it ’ s a simple change in the level where it ’ s not possible to provide a ramp , or the building has two or more floors that people need to travel between . Lifts also are invaluable when it comes to ensuring easy access for those with impaired mobility across multiple storeys .
Lifts that move people fall into two categories , passenger lifts or platform lifts . The options can be endless ( and confusing !) when it comes to platform lifts but these types of lift can be grouped into five broad categories .
LOW-SPEED LIFTS / HYBRID LIFTS
Also called low pit lifts , these are wall-mounted or structuresupported lifts that have the look and feel of a traditional passenger lift , with the same doors , cabin and operation , but travel at a reduced speed .
CABIN LIFTS
These lifts are built in a structure , with passengers travelling in a cabin with walls , a floor and a ceiling to give it a more enclosed feel with the lift operation being one-touch .
ENCLOSED PLATFORM LIFTS
These lifts are in a structure with a moving platform and control panel moving up inside the structure .. The lift operation used here is constant pressure .
OPEN PLATFORM LIFTS Typically used over short lengths of travel these lifts vertically move the user ( s ) on a guarded platform from one level to another .
WHEELCHAIR PLATFORM STAIRLIFTS
Also called inclined platform lifts , these lifts have a platform that follows the curve of the stairs and are only suitable for one user .
All these access lifts provide disabled access in low-rise buildings where a passenger lift is not available ( or it is impractical to install one ), and are based on the number of people you want to move to and the travel distance . These lifts can also be used for passengers with buggies and luggage , subject to weight limits .
Our Stannah technical blog that has heaps of helpful guidance when it comes to specifying a lift in your project , plus we can supply you with all types of lift for your next project , so feel free to look through our lift range - www . stannahlifts . co . uk
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