Learn about the Different Types of Wheelchair Lifts

A wheelchair lift or platform lift is designed to move a person seated in a wheelchair between the floors of a building. Available for residential and commercial purposes, they are ideal for buildings where it is not possible to accommodate a wheel chair ramp or an elevator. These devices can accommodate all types of wheelchairs such as adult wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, sports wheelchairs and child wheelchairs.

Leading suppliers of accessibility equipment in New York offer wheelchair lifts from leading manufacturers such as Savaria, Adaptive Engineering, Harmar, and Ascension. To ensure safe and comfortable transport, these devices are equipped with motorized safety arms, security locks, mechanical emergency brake, underpan sensors, obstruction sensors on access ramps, keyed continuous pressure controls, slack cable switch and upper/lower limit switches.

Different Types of Platform Lifts

Inclined – This type of lift carries a person in a wheelchair up and down a flight of straight stairs by moving along a rail system mounted along the stairs. Popular models include:

>> Savaria Delta - The Delta needs minimal construction for installation and is a popular choice for churches, schools and homes and. Battery operated with charging stations located at the top and bottom of the stairs, it will function even through a power failure.

>> Harmar IL500 Sierra – This easy-to-operate, durable and lightweight platform lift boasts a unique patented drive system, infrared wireless call/send controls and intuitive operating controls with indicator lights. It can accommodate most wheelchairs up to 36" in length.

Vertical – This type of wheelchair lift features a platform that moves up and down vertically and can be operated by just pushing a button. The device provides access to a raised deck, porch, or floor level within or outside your home.

>> Savaria Multilift - Designed for low-rise travel indoors or out, the Multilift is popular for accessing decks and porches even in demanding climates. This lift provides great value and simplicity of installation in a wide range of applications. The standard and enclosed models can be optionally configured with a 90 degree exit.

>> Prolift Standard (SCL) – Ensuring smooth, quiet and efficient operation, this lift can be easily installed in an existing or new structure. Its durable design and the wide variety of customization options make it a great choice.

Portable - Easy-to-operate portable wheelchair lifts are available in a range of configurations. They help you to move about independently and get on with your day-to-day life.

>> Adaptive Engineering Mobilift CX - Ideal for stages, this lift features easy to operate controls that requires no special training or expertise. Mobilifts weigh approximately 268 pounds and can be transported in the back of pickup trucks of any size.

>> Ascension Prodigy 5442P - This unenclosed and self-contained lift is an economical option that provides access to stages, platforms, risers, and other elevation changes up to 42? high. Its slim profile platform frame eliminates the need for a pit or access ramp on the lower landing side and facilitates easy and direct entry into the lift at floor level.

Select the Right Option

An experienced dealer in mobility equipment can help you choose the right wheelchair lift for your setting. In addition to ensuring customized installation with the least structural modification, an established dealer will also ensure efficient maintenance support to keep it in excellent working condition.

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