Residential inclined platform lifts help wheelchair users overcome the challenges posed by the staircases in homes. These devices transport a wheelchair and its occupant safely over the stairs. Attached to a rail on the stairs, an inclined platform liftglides up and down the staircase along the rail. It is an ideal option when an elevator or vertical lift cannot be installed due to space orcost constraints. Leading NY dealers in accessibility equipment offer premium quality inclined platform lifts. Let’s take a look at the features of some top models from leading brands

Inclined Platform Lifts – Top Models

In a leading accessibility equipment company in New York, customers can choose from a variety of Savaria and Harmar residential inclined platform lifts:

  • Harmar IL500 Sierra – This model is an ideal choice wherever a stairway lift or vertical platform lift is not appropriate. The stair lift is light weight and mounts to the stairs and not the wall. It offers a maximum load capacity of 500lbs and travels at a nominal speed of 14 feet per minute (4.3 meters per minute). Its platform folds to just 13″ wide when not in use, thereby allowing easy access to the stairs. Safety sensors on carriage and platform immediately stop the lift at obstacles.
  • Savaria Delta – Featuring an unobtrusive design and easy-to-use controls, the Delta easily glides along its rail and carries a wheelchair-bound passenger safely up a straight flight of stairs. The device folds up when not in use, leaving the stairs unobstructed. Ideal for commercial use, the stair chair lift is integrated with several advanced safety features such as manual lowering device, obstruction sensors on the platform, keyed access for call stations, non-skid platform with side safety flaps, over-speed governor and emergency stop button.
  • Savaria Omega – Designed for access over stairs with multiple levels, curves or intermediate landings, the Omega requires minimal construction and can be easily installed along the side of the stairs on either inside or outside curves. It comes with a maximum capacity of 550 lb (250 kg) and travels at a speed of 14 ft/min (0.071 m/s). Other top features include – modular rail system, constant pressure operation, pedestrian warning light and movement alarm and power folding platform.

Find a Reputable Dealer

To purchase one of these inclined platforms lift in New York, find an experienced dealer in accessibility equipment. An authorized dealer will provide free onsite assessment, professional installation support, and maintenance services. You can also count on them for 24/7 on-call support to keep your equipment functioning efficiently all the time.