Stairlift Manufacturers

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Domestic Lifts

The through floor harmony lift for domestic wheelchair access.

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Public Access Lifts

A range of Wheelchair Platform Lifts for Accessibility in Public Buildings

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The number of disabled individuals who currently reside in the UK may be higher than you think. Given the problems that these individuals often face on a daily basis, many organizations have been established to assist them. Society is starting to realize that everyone deserves equal access to such areas as education, health care, transportation and building access. The Disability Discrimination Act or DDA was created to further increase awareness and assistance for disabled individuals in the UK. The third part of the Act, implemented in October 2004, requires that all public and commercial UK buildings be modified to accommodate disabled individuals.

Installing a Platform Stairlift can provide access to all your customers and meet the DDA’s requirements. A Platform Stairlift attaches to a flight of stairs and allows anyone to travel up and down them safely and easily. You need to make sure you find a reputable stairlift manufacturer or approved Agent who will ensure that the lifts they sell meet the DDA’s high standards. Otherwise, UK business owners and service providers run the risk of incurring heavy fines for non-compliance. A knowledgeable Platform stairlift manufacturer or approved Agent will be able to explain the various models. Consumers may be very surprised at the astonishing number of different styles currently available. A stairlift manufacturer can show consumers the difference between the different types of lifts.

Consumers should also consult a qualified Platform Stairlift manufacturer or approved agent who can take the time to explain all of the features of the stairlift. They can discuss the various options for each type of Platform Stairlift. Some of the terms can be confusing so it’s advisable to consult a Platform Stairlift manufacturer or approved Agent who specialises in designing and producing these innovative mechanisms.

A qualified Platform Stairlift manufacturer can also explain all of the safety features available in the various stairlifts. The Platform Stairlifts that are approved by the DDA are very safe and reliable. Users don’t need to fear getting stuck because they can always stop the lift mid-way. The stairlift will also stop automatically if it detects an obstacle in its path. A stairlift manufacturer can show you exactly which models meet the requirements of the DDA.