A comprehensive range of access lift solutions
We supply and install wheelchair and disabled platform lifts throughout the UK, helping you meet any accessibility or inclusive design requirements. From standard wheelchair lifts to bespoke platform lifts, we offer a variety of options, even where spaces where mobility solutions are needed but space is limited.
Our access lifts can be installed in both new and existing buildings, seamlessly blending into any environment, whether indoors or outdoors. Whether you need a disabled lift for a public building, a wheelchair lift for a school or care home, or a custom platform lift, we have the perfect solution for you.
Our wheelchair platform lifts assist building designers and owners in complying with Part M and BS 8300, as well as helping to fulfill Equality Act (formerly the DDA) obligations. We collaberate with archtects to ensure the ideal lifts for disabled access, work with builders to meet tight project deadlines for installing a disabled access lift, and advise clients on the best disabled lift dimensions for their specific building.
With over 150 years of expertise in the lift industry, you can trust us to deliver high-quality products and the exceptional service you expect.
Our commercial platform lift ranges
Platform lift range |
Type | Operation | Entrance options |
Max travel | Persons | Max load | Max speed |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vertical platform lift Midilift PL |
Enclosed lift platform | Constant pressure | Single/adjacent/ through |
7m | 5 | 400kg | 0.15m/s |
Cabin platform lift Midilift CL |
Semi-enclosed cabin |
Constant pressure/ automatic |
Single/adjacent/ through |
12m | 5 | up to 385kg | 0.15m/s |
Low pit lift Midilift CLS |
Fully enclosed cabin with sliding doors |
Automatic | Single/adjacent/ through |
12m | 5 | up to 400kg | 0.15m/s |
Step lift Lowriser |
Open platform, for short travels |
Constant pressure | Adjacent/through | 2m | 1-2 | 300kg | 0.08m/s |
Inclined platform lift Stairiser |
Inclined wheelchair stairlift |
Constant pressure | Adjacent/through | - |
Wheelchair/ seated user |
250kg | 0.15m/s |
Features and benefits
Built to last
With platform lifts designed for quality, reliability and safety, all our lifts have the relevant declaration of conformity, are UKCA marked and comply with the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Plus, our external platform lifts are built to withstand the rigours of the outdoors for years.
Broad range
Choose from a wide variety of products and disabled lift dimensions to ensure you have an electric wheelchair lift that is not only unique but also stylish, tailored to your wheelchair lift specifications.
Safety & standards
Safety is our utmost priority. We ensure that our DDA access lifts meet the requirements of the Equality Act, BS 8300:2018, Part M of the Building Regulations, and Section 4.2 of the Technical Handbook, which cover the accessibility requirements for both new and existing buildings to facilitate ease of access and use.
Looking for something outside of the standard range?
No problem. We get involved in a variety of bespoke wheelchair lifts for buildings. Please get in touch with our technical team to discuss your project in more detail. If you’re looking for a wheelchair lift or disabled lift for a domestic application, see our sister site…
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Frequently asked questions
What is a disabled access lift?
Disabled lifts provide a safe and convenient means of moving between different building levels for individuals with mobility challenges. Stannah Lifts supply commercial and public access lifts, and our sister company Stannah helps with mobility in the home.
What is a disabled lift?
The term disabled lifts covers a broad range of lifts designed to help lift a wheelchair user or a person with mobility challenges. It includes a variety of both inclined and vertical lifts. Stannah Lifts supplies commercial and public access lifts, and our sister company Stannah, helps with home lifts.
What are the core uses of a disabled lift?
They ensure users with mobility challenges can move safely and conveniently between different floor levels. Users don’t need to exit their wheelchairs, providing them with greater freedom and dignity.
What type of lifts are there for disabled access?
Wheelchair lifts have two main categories: vertical and inclined. Vertical lifts act like passenger lifts to transport you to other floors, and inclined platform lifts follow a flight of stairs.
What are the advantages of a disabled lift?
They are a popular public and commercial access choice where footprint, limited building work and disruption because of installation timeframes matter most.
Why do I need a wheelchair lift?
Wheelchair lifts are a great solution for access, making a public or private space easier to manoeuvre. These lifts are vital in helping people with disabilities or impaired mobility get around existing and new buildings.
What are the disabled access lift requirements?
A DDA-compliant lift is a wheelchair lift that conforms to the new Equality Act. The act requires all public buildings to have wheelchair access and references Part M or Section 4.2 to give more specific guidance.
Do access lifts need a lift pit?
When designing a building, the main advantage of an access lift is that they require only a small pit or, in some cases, don't need one at all. This is contrary to most passenger lifts where, by law, there is a requirement for a large pit.
What are the minimum dimensions for a disabled platform lift?
If a lift is going to be used by wheelchair users for public or commercial access – the floor space of a lift needs to accommodate this. Usually, this means a size of at least 1100mm x 1400mm. For home lifts, the cabin and lift can be made smaller, if the size of a wheelchair is known.
What is involved in a wheelchair lift installation?
We’ll work with your builder to advise on the necessary preparatory works. Once ready for your lift, our experienced lift installers will attend the site and complete the fitting and handover. As every lift is built to the unique site specification, please speak to us about your project as soon as possible.
How can I plan a wheelchair lift for my commercial project?
If you’re an Architect, we have a range of technical data available to download to help ensure you can fit the right lift into your project.
Can access lifts be used in the event of a fire or for evacuation?
We do not recommend these products for general fire or evacuation purposes as people may be trapped if the lift becomes immobilised. Only appropriately protected passenger lifts can be used to evacuate disabled people.
How much does a disabled lift cost in the UK?
Disabled platform lift prices vary depending on the lift and specification. However, prices start from £11,000, which covers the supply and installation but excludes any required building work.