When assistance between floors of the home is desired, there are a number of options available. Not all people that need assistance are in wheelchairs, many use walkers, canes, crutches or other mobility devices. Determining your expected use, timeline, space available and budget will help you to determine whether a wheelchair lift or residential elevator is the best fit for your situation.
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Elevator Options for Churches
Inside a church or other place of worship, there are a number of areas where accessibility is critical. While it may seem like a difficult task, providing access to those that are mobility impaired is not as complicated as it may sound and there are a number of options available.
Read MoreOverview of a Vertical Platform Lift Installation
A vertical platform lift or VPL is a lifting device designed to transport a mobility impaired person from one elevation to another. The VPL typically consists of a platform, platform sidewalls and a machine tower. The platform is the surface that carries the passenger. The sidewalls contain the rider in a safe manner. The machine tower houses the drive equipment.
Read MoreMeeting Building Accessibility Requirements
Residential elevators are comprised of 3 primary functional elements; the car, rail structure and the drive system.
The car is the most visible portion of the home elevator. It can be made in a variety of sizes and configurations and there are a number of ways that you can customize your home elevator car to match the décor of your home. The elevator car is the piece that transports passengers from landing to landing.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Lifts & Building Accessibility Guidelines
Residential elevators are comprised of 3 primary functional elements; the car, rail structure and the drive system.
The car is the most visible portion of the home elevator. It can be made in a variety of sizes and configurations and there are a number of ways that you can customize your home elevator car to match the décor of your home. The elevator car is the piece that transports passengers from landing to landing.
Elevator Control System Operations & Codes
Residential elevators are comprised of 3 primary functional elements; the car, rail structure and the drive system.
The car is the most visible portion of the home elevator. It can be made in a variety of sizes and configurations and there are a number of ways that you can customize your home elevator car to match the décor of your home. The elevator car is the piece that transports passengers from landing to landing.
The Beginning of Accessibility Standards
Residential elevators are comprised of 3 primary functional elements; the car, rail structure and the drive system.
The car is the most visible portion of the home elevator. It can be made in a variety of sizes and configurations and there are a number of ways that you can customize your home elevator car to match the décor of your home. The elevator car is the piece that transports passengers from landing to landing.
Accelerated Screw Drive for the Vertical Platform Lift
For those who prefer the speed of a hydraulic lift but the simplicity of a screw drive, the Symmetry Accelerated Screw Drive option is an excellent choice. The industry standard speed for a vertical platform lift with a screw drive is 10 feet per minute. The Accelerated Screw Drive travels at 20 feet per minute.
Read MoreWhat is a Residential Lift?
A Residential Lift is a type of platform lift or wheelchair lift which provides easy access to all levels of the home. This type of vertical platform lift (VPL) can be utilized inside or outside the house and provides convenient access without compromising architectural character.
Read MoreWhat are Vertical Platform and Wheelchair Lifts?
A Vertical Wheelchair Lift or Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) is an accessibility device which provides versatility for use in either commercial or residential applications. Vertical lifts are designed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and come in a variety of configurations to accommodate the need of almost any location.
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