Platform lifts for commercial applications are accessibility equipment specially designed and directed towards removing access barriers for disabled people. Platform lifts are useful in buildings that have stairs, entrances that are raised and inclines that are steep. Platform lifts are pre-equipped with everything you need for your business, and to help your clients who have disabilities.

Platform lifts for commercial requirements are available with a unique drive and platform design that makes them suitable for any type of architectural requirement. Most of them are designed for year-round use and can withstand the harshest weather. Most platform lifts are rich with exclusive features such as extra wide toe plate, solid handrail, electro-hydraulic lifting mechanism, multiple control stations, easy to use controls, dock plates, solid platform, carriage block and interlock as well as exterior walls and safety pan. Most lift companies offer pre-engineered platform lift packages and custom designed platform lifts.

Platform lifts used in commercial establishments may be inclined or vertical. Inclined platform lifts come with platforms specially designed for traveling around guard rails in staircases. With an inclined platform lift, disabled people can have access to two or more landings. Inclined platform lifts are available for both straight and curved staircases. Vertical platform lifts can be installed along the side of stairs and these travel vertically up and down. Usually vertical platform lifts can reach heights of up to 13 meters and serve up to 6 different levels.

Platform lifts for commercial applications are relatively cheaper and do not require much space for installation. They can be cost-effectively installed in commercial establishments and public buildings such as libraries, churches, hospitals, care homes, schools and offices. Before choosing a platform lift, one should make sure that the lift fulfills ADA requirements. You must also be well aware of the altitude that you require to attain while selecting a lift. You can make a choice from battery operated and AC operated platform lifts. Platform lifts required in commercial establishments are available in a large variety of colors, sizes, finishes and other options to match your surroundings.