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ADA: Vertical Platform Lifts (Wheelchair Lifts) Instead of an Elevator

April 28, 2013 By Karen Koch

So you are looking for a solution for accessing an upper level of your home but are not sure if you want to spend the $28,000.00 or more to build a shaft, a pit, and possibly alter the roof line of your home to install an elevator?
Vertical Platform Lifts

This units are available up to 14′ of vertical travel with openings on 3 sides. They can either be set into a 3″ pit or rest on your existing floor with a 3″ ramp leading up to the platform for barrier free access.

Platform lifts can be installed either indoors or outdoors with an enclosure by the manufacturer or enclosed with a structure that you create. These are a cost-effective accessibility solution for any structure including offices, homes and full commercial buildings.

By using an innovative 1:2 cable hydraulic lift or screw drives, these products are available in multi configurations to meet your requirements.

We can also configure your unit with an emergency battery back-up system for lowering and raising your lift in case of a power supply outage. Additional safety features include In Car Stop Switch, Alarm Buzzer, Final Limit Switch, Anti-Slip Flooring and optional 2 way communication phone connections.

Here is a collection of project photos:

Filed Under: Ratings/Review of Home Mod. Products ADA

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