Our Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) is designed for both residential and commercial spaces. We’ve thoughtfully engineered each element so that the VPL works in any location. The RAM Elevators + Lifts team helps you build a custom design that fits the entrance and exit you need to make accessible.
For those wondering where the optimal location is to experience the full benefits of their wheelchair lift, read about popular locations where our clients choose to install their VPL.
Residential Locations
There are a few main entrance and exit points in a home that tend to have the most foot traffic. As the VPL is designed for both indoor and outdoor environments, the following locations have been optimal for our clients.
Beside Porch Stairs
Many home layouts require stairs to reach the front door. This is more than inconvenient for wheelchair users or people with disabilities. A VPL can be installed beside these stairs as an easy solution to reaching the front door! Our team will configure the gates to line up for easy boarding and exiting, no matter what type of gate alignment you require.
Inside the Garage
A garage staircase can be a daily challenge for people who usually arrive home in a vehicle or use the garage as the main point of entry. If you’re aging in place, a set of stairs can seem more daunting by the day. The best solution is to remove the staircase and replace it with a lift that will last you years.
In the Basement
Whether you’ve been barred from the basement for a while now or you’ve recently begun using a wheelchair, a wheelchair lift can help you get back full access to your home. A lift can take you from the basement to the main floor, making your journeys much safer. If you’re looking for a solution that can help you get to all floors of the home in one lift, take a glance at our home elevators.
Commercial Locations
Commercial buildings have used our wheelchair lifts for many reasons. In some cases, solutions like these are required to give people with mobility issues access to necessary services like transit. In other cases, it’s how retail stores can expand the diversity and inclusion of their prospective customers.
Beside the Entrance
The first place your commercial space should see accessibility is at the front door. If your entrance has stairs without a mobility aid, contact RAM for a wheelchair lift today. Just like a home, it’s important to make sure your business is inviting for all.
To the Second Floor
Why limit customer mobility to the basics? At RAM, we believe that you should have full access to every area, no matter your level of mobility. Add a lift to take wheelchair users to explore the whole of the store, not just the main level. Allow them to visit the fancy wine cellar you have open to the public, or help them see the upper levels of the store along with the main floor.
…Or Anywhere Else.
Truthfully, the VPL is a wheelchair lift that can go almost anywhere in your residence or commercial building. Our ability to configure entrances, exits, and more allow it to be installed in a plethora of locations. Contact RAM to discuss your needs.
Read more: Learn more about the features of the VPL.