HOSPITALITY SERVICES
Stannah Lifts Delivers Safer Handling and Enhanced Efficiency at The Harris Following a £ 19 Million Reimaging Project
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The Microlift dumbwaiter features a galvanised steel supporting frame that can be erected quickly with minimal on-site building work and does not require a load-bearing shaft. With a 100 kg capacity, the Microlift 100B model provides fast and reliable transport of goods between floors, offering a costeffective way to mitigate manual handling risks while improving operational efficiency.
The Harris in Preston, Lancashire, has significantly improved operational efficiency and staff safety with the recent installation of a Stannah dumbwaiter.
Faced with the frequent challenge of moving heavy and fragile items between floors, The Harris Café needed an efficient solution that would provide a dedicated internal access route, removing the need to manoeuvre goods through public areas.
The work The 19million refurbishment project included repairing the building to restore its architectural appeal while upgrading its infrastructure, with the installation of a Stannah Microlift dumbwaiter.
Preston City Council has led the project in collaboration with Conlon Construction Ltd. Whilst Direct Access provided accessibility consultancy to ensure inclusive design across all spaces, Stannah Lifts managed the installation and provided ongoing maintenance of the dumbwaiter.
The solution Stannah Lifts recommended a floor-level loading Microlift as the most effective solution for The Harris Café. Unlike traditional dumbwaiters that load at waist height, the floor-level Microlift allows items to be transferred directly on and off the lift using small trolleys, roll cages or pallets.
The floor loading design significantly reduces the need for strenuous lifting and drastically lowers the risk of back injuries and other manual handlingrelated accidents.
The results The installation of the Stannah Microlift has delivered significant improvements in providing safe loading, transporting goods to the first and second floors of galleries and exhibitions.
By providing a dedicated internal route for transporting heavy and fragile items between floors, the dumbwaiter has made it easier for staff to manoeuvre goods, reducing manual handling risks and improving safety.
Fitted with a modern VVVF( Variable Voltage Variable Frequency) drive system, the Microlift delivers improved energy efficiency without compromising performance or lifting power. This advanced drive technology ensures smoother operation, reduced power consumption and lower long-term running costs.
As a result, the Microlift now facilitates controlled movement of goods between floors while offering a quieter, more efficient and energy-efficient solution for daily operations.
Timothy Joel, Assistant Director, Head of Culture for Preston City Council, shares:“ The installation of the new floor-loading Microlift dumbwaiter from Stannah Lifts has greatly improved café operations and ensures safer handling of bulky items. It’ s safer for our staff, streamlines workflows, and allows us to focus on further improving operational efficiency.”
For more information, visit: www. stannahlifts. co. uk
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