Platform Lift Casestudy

Wheel Chair Platform lift Makes It Home For Elderly

Romorantin Place in Derbyshire is home to 30 eldery persons. The complex provides independent living for residents. In line with the centre’s philosophy for independent living, they have chosen to install a EquiLift "Vector" vertical platform lift. The wheelchair lift links the two storey buildings so that residents can independently access the upper level community room from the lower residential area.

Mr Graham Smith, Senior Technical Officer for Erewash Housing Limited, said: "We are very happy with the installation. We have used EquaLift for various projects and are delighted with this latest installation. The disabled access lift is easy to operate and as a result has improved the residents’ self-reliance and ability to move around the building without assistance."

Although designed for independent use, the Vector can also accommodate an attendant, if needed. The maximum capacity is 500kg. For convenient accessibility automatic door openers provide access to the lifting platform, once inside control is achieved by constant pressure buttons. Key switches prevent unauthorised use. The platform lift makes maximum use of space with no motor room required. A 50mm deep lift pit can be substituted by a ramp where necessary.