Platform & access lifts
Platform lifts for wheelchair access in public buildings
Robust, practical platform lifts and step lifts for wheelchair access and short-rise applications. Ideal for entrances, split levels, and public buildings where accessibility is essential.
Book a free surveyPlatform lifts that fit existing buildings
At Unit 1, The Foundry in Manchester, we installed a Swedish-built ILS 05K platform lift at finished floor level with ramp access, instead of excavating a conventional lift pit, keeping builders' works to a minimum inside an existing office unit.
The installation includes EI60 fire-rated landing doors, providing 60 minutes of fire integrity and insulation where the building's fire strategy requires separation at the lift landing.
Step-free access in a working care home
At Acacia Care Home in Southport, we replaced an ageing chain-driven lift with a modern Aritco Compact with centre-opening automatic doors, delivered as a complete turnkey package inside a working care home.
When the strip-out uncovered a 1,800mm deep pit, we designed bespoke structural steelwork so the new lift, which needs a finished pit of just 50mm, could be installed in exactly the same location.
Barduva RB150
Need step-free access for your building?
An open platform lift for level changes from 600mm up to 3 metres, inside or outside, in commercial and domestic environments. It needs no pit and is designed for little or no alteration to existing buildings, a space-saving and cost-effective way to provide access for everyone.
It is simple to install and easy to service, with silent operation and low maintenance and running costs. Outdoor lifts are built in brushed stainless steel, and 90-degree access is available where you enter and leave on adjacent sides.
- Travel
- 600mm to 3m
- Capacity
- 400kg
- Pit
- None required
Key features
- Travel from 600mm to 3 metres, two stops
- 400kg maximum capacity
- No pit required
- Belt drive and silent operation
- Manual gates as standard, automatic gates optional
- Suitable for internal and external use
ILS 05K
Need a platform lift with almost no pit?
The ILS 05K is a platform lift built in Sweden by Innovation Lift Scandinavia, carrying up to 500kg or five persons over up to 13 metres of travel.
It needs only a 50mm pit, or no pit at all with a ramp, and takes swing doors on up to three sides, with EI60 fire-rated landing doors available. It is the lift we installed at The Foundry in Manchester.
- Load
- 500kg, 5 persons
- Travel
- Up to 13m
- Pit
- 50mm or a ramp
Key features
- Rated load of 500kg, for up to 5 persons
- Travel up to 13 metres
- 50mm pit, or no pit with a ramp
- Swing doors on up to three sides
- EI60 fire-rated landing doors available
- Screw and nut drive with battery emergency lowering
ILS 1K
Need to carry more, or fit a stretcher?
The ILS 1K is the larger platform lift from Innovation Lift Scandinavia, carrying up to 1,000kg or eight persons over up to 13 metres of travel.
Its platforms go up to 1,400 x 2,500mm, including a 1,100 x 2,200mm stretcher size, with steel swing doors on up to three sides and a 110mm pit.
- Load
- 1,000kg, 8 persons
- Travel
- Up to 13m
- Pit
- 110mm
Key features
- Rated load of 1,000kg, for up to 8 persons
- Travel up to 13 metres
- Platforms up to 1,400 x 2,500mm
- 1,100 x 2,200mm stretcher size
- Steel swing doors on up to three sides
- Screw and nut drive with battery emergency lowering
EP ELFO HD
Need a bigger cabin for people and light goods?
The ELFO HD is the heavy duty hydraulic lift from EP in Italy, carrying 750 or 1,000kg, or 1,200kg without cabin doors, in a cabin made to size from 900 x 1,400mm up to 1,500 x 2,500mm.
It travels up to 24 metres between up to eight floors and needs a 300mm pit and a three phase supply. Landing doors can be automatic sliding or hinged steel, with fire-rated doors available.
- Load
- Up to 1,000kg
- Travel
- Up to 24m
- Pit
- 300mm
Key features
- Rated loads of 750 or 1,000kg, or 1,200kg without cabin doors
- Cabins made to size, up to 1,500 x 2,500mm
- Up to eight floors and 24 metres of travel
- 300mm pit and a 400V three phase supply
- Automatic sliding or hinged steel landing doors
- Fire-rated landing doors available
How it works
Our commercial lift installation process
- 01
Free consultation
We discuss your building, what the lift needs to carry and how it will be used, to find the best solution for your space.
- 02
Site survey & assessment
Our engineers assess your property, ensuring the chosen lift fits perfectly and meets safety standards with minimal disruption.
- 03
Bespoke design & specification
Choose from finishes, sizes and optional features. We guide you through every choice, so your lift suits your building and the way it operates.
- 04
Professional installation
Our certified team installs your lift with care and precision. All lifts are fully tested and certified to meet safety standards, providing long-term reliability.
- 05
Handover & aftercare
We provide full operational training and ongoing maintenance support, making sure your lift continues to function safely and efficiently.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does a platform lift need a pit?
Not always. The Barduva RB150 needs no pit, although a pit of 170 to 350mm, depending on the travel, is needed if you choose the optional bellows under the platform. The ILS 05K needs a 50mm pit, or no pit with a ramp, and the ILS 1K needs a 110mm pit. The EP ELFO HD needs a 300mm pit.
Can a platform lift be installed outside?
The Barduva RB150 is suitable for internal or external use, built in brushed stainless steel with an anti-slip aluminium plate floor for outdoor installations. The ILS 05K and ILS 1K are designed for indoor use.
How much can a platform lift carry?
The Barduva RB150 has a maximum capacity of 400kg and is designed for ambulant and wheelchair users. The ILS 05K carries up to 500kg or five persons, the ILS 1K up to 1,000kg or eight persons, and the EP ELFO HD up to 1,000kg, or 1,200kg without cabin doors.
Do your commercial lifts comply with Part M?
Yes. All our commercial installations comply with Part M of the Building Regulations and Equality Act requirements.
Do you provide maintenance and servicing?
Yes. We offer planned servicing and prompt repairs to keep your lift safe, reliable and compliant.
Why Premium Lifts
Compliance
Part M
Capacity
Up to 1,000kg
Survey
Free, no obligation
Coverage
North West
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