When it comes to children and young adults who require accessibility accommodations, RAM Elevators + Lifts works with families to create stylish indoor and outdoor solutions. For families experiencing mobility challenges that need to be accessible to young adults and children, RAM can help. Read more about our Vertical Platform Lift and how it is suited for families below.
Lift vs. Elevator
Before we dive in, it is important to distinguish between an elevator and a lift. To the average eye, these two can look identical. And for the most part, they function the same. The only notable change you will see is that elevators will move after a single press of a button; for safety reasons, lifts have constant pressure buttons. While elevators are exclusively used indoors, RAM’s Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) is equipped for both indoor and outdoor use.
RAM supplies both indoor and outdoor lifts as well as exclusively indoor elevators, which are customizable to have the features you desire. Let’s dive in and discuss the features of the VPL that make it child-friendly.
Preventative Safety Measures
RAM Elevators + Lifts aims to ensure that all children and young adults using our beautiful outdoor lifts feel safe onboard. For children who are intimidated by accessibility devices that feel claustrophobic, our designers will work with you to customize your VPL to feel bigger.
One such safeguard is the zero-load start design, which protects the motor under harsh weather conditions. Even on the coldest days of winter, rest assured that our VPL’s motor is ready to go. The user will be in full control of the ascent or descent through our patented soft-touch paddles. These oversized and responsive paddles give our users comfort. Ask us about the other included safety features.
Advanced Design Features
Customize your outdoor lift to suit your personal preferences, down to the colour of the handrails. Our designers can assist you in drawing up designs for the perfect outdoor elevator to suit the aesthetics of your home. The floors, trim, gate, and more are all completely customizable. As an added benefit, we never use hydraulics in our lifts—and a hydraulic-free VPL means a chemical-free smell and a bump-free ride. Should you encounter any loud sounds or jerks in movement, contact our team immediately.
The maintenance required on RAM products is minimal. If you keep up with our suggested maintenance plan, the VPL should function well and last for years.
Make Life Easier with RAM
RAM Elevators + Lifts is dedicated to making Canada and beyond more accessible. Our intuitive engineering offers reliable solutions for all of our clientele. Take a look at our feature projects to see just how big you can dream. Work with us to make your residence easier to navigate by contacting our team or calling us today at 1-800-563-4382.