Platform Lifts

Platform lifts might not be the most well known in the world of lifts, but chances are you have come across one simply without realising it. The term platform lift is an umbrella term, covering many different types of lifting systems including step lifts, incline lifts, pitless lifts and screw lifts to name a few!

Platform lifts are essentially exactly what they sound like and are something which is very closely connected to disabled access and disabled lifts. Platform lifts can be used in the home or for public access and they basically consist of a platform which is raised up and lowered down by the power of hydraulics or traction system; this is where they differ from a normal passenger lift which has an entire car which travels up and down a lift shaft. That said, the Machinery Directive Platform Lifts like the Leonardo and Meta 500 have more in common with a traditional passenger lift, for example they have enclosed cabins and automatic sliding telescopic doors. 

Platform lifts have grown in popularity since the laws about equal access for disabled people came into force. They are much quicker and easier to use than a traditional stair or chair lifts, as they do not require the passenger to leave their wheelchair. Many platform lifts are also built to accommodate an accompanying adult, the lift usually has platform size of 1400x1100mm to comply with DDA and part M of Building Regulations.

Many different people are having platform lifts installed in their homes, permanent wheelchair users, people who struggle with steps and stairs and others who are simply future proofing their homes. Platform lifts are controlled by the person who is using them, this means that, should physical mobility permit, the user can control where they go and when they go, enabling independence around their home.

Leonardo Traction Lift

The new Leonardo E-motion machinery directive platform lift, our very first low headroom, low pit lift to receive one of a kind sliding doors instead of the conventional swinging door, also with 1 touch operation to control movement up and down.
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Meta 500 Hydraulic Lift

The Meta 500 machinery directive platform lift, our very first low headroom, low pit lift to receive one of a kind sliding doors instead of the conventional swinging door, also with 1 touch operation to control movement up and down. Intended for public use or wherever 500 kg rated load is required.
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A6 Enclosed Platform Lift

Our Flagship Product now has Extra Load capability to comply with the DDA and sets itself apart from the rest by having a full car lift design with 'ONE TOUCH' operation.
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A5 Vertical Screw Lift

A lift designed to provide an inexpensive solution for easy access to private, public and commercial buildings all over the world. The lift is screw driven machine roomless platform lift, enclosed in a pre built shaft wall.
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A4 2m Step Lift

The access solution that takes you further, the new Independence Steplift model raises the user up to a maximum 2 metres while continuing to provide the strength, modern aesthetics and configuration options you expect from Axess 2.
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A3 Lowrise Vertical Lift

The A3 Platform Lift has the smallest footprint of our vertical platform lift range. A platform of 1100mm x 1400mm (wheelchair user & attendant) only requires a floor space of 1300mm x 1550mm.
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A2 Lowrise Lifting Platform

The 'New' Axess 2 Low Rise Scissor Lift, the A2 Range is the perfect solution to give easy access to homes, buildings and public premises where a change in level of up to 1 metre excludes the less able.
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A1 Platform Lift

The A1 Incline Lift can be installed onto a straight staircase or a curved staircase with multiple landings and turns. This unique design enables the lift to stop at a number of access points.
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Public Access Lifts

Public access lifts are by law required in public places such as businesses, offices and shopping precincts to provide access for everyone with discrimination. As shown below in our case studies some of our clients choose to make a feature of their lift, incorporating it into the décor and design.
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Commercial Lifts

Axess2 commercial lifts are distinctly modern, utilising the very best of contemporary design features to create a stylish and elegant lift solution. Thanks to our wide selection of colour and material options, we can supply a lift that is truly bespoke, whether this is an exterior or interior lift system.
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Lift Structures

Axess 2 Lift Structure are available in a range of sizes to suit different lift car sizes and applications. Steel and Aluminium Structures are available.
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