Wheelchair Elevators
Wheelchair elevators can provide the daily convenience of ultimate accessibility in both your home and business. Today, both residential and commercial elevators come equipped with many modern features. Now, it's easier than ever to find an affordable and reliable unit that will fulfill the specific functions and have the look that you're going for.
When it comes to wheelchair elevators - you choose. You can select from a cable driven or roped hydraulic model; both with backup battery systems in the unlikely event of power failure. Cable drum elevators are more affordable than the hydraulic alternative, but expect a smoother ride and more freedom with the state-of-the-art technology of the latter. In the home or the workplace, installation is easy. While the larger units can carry up to 1000 pounds and travel up to 5 flights, residential wheelchair elevators are usually only necessary to travel between 2 floors. Regardless, value is instantly added to any location that includes a wheelchair elevator. Be aware that despite a reliable track record, safety is always a factor and you can never be too careful. Code standards require phones to be present in every elevator. Emergency braking systems and various locking systems for the door should also be obvious components to look for when purchasing a wheelchair elevator.
Wheelchair elevators provide a quiet, smooth ride and can blend in to most home and office décor with ease. You can even get units with nearly invisible Plexiglas sides. There are many luxury options available so you can have the flexibility to completely customize your unit. The exterior shell, called the 'cab', is available in many different colors, styles and finishes, giving you the freedom to mix and match to suit your individual taste. Choose the appropriate wood or carpeting that matches your surroundings and consider adding mirrors or lighting for added affect. Home elevators are great options when space is tight. Their compactness makes them the ultimate convenience in vertical travel. Although larger elevator cars are more spacious, a standard wheelchair usually only requires an approximate space of 36-inches by 48-inches.
