FAQ Posts: Page 2

What type of lift do I need?
- Priscilla Fujimura
- Dec 12, 2015
- FAQ
The two main lifts we install for accessibility are Vertical Platform Lifts (VPLs) andIncline Platform Lifts (IPLs). Vertical platform lifts, as the name suggests, move straight up and…
Buyers Beware: Online Sales of Vertical Platform Lifts
- Doug Boydston
- May 6, 2014
- FAQ
The picture here is of a lift installed in Florida in a commercial building without a permit or inspection. The vertical platform lift was called “portable equipment” by the contractor who installed…
Preparing Lifts for Floods and Repairing Flood Damage
- James Boydston
- May 15, 2013
- FAQ
Photo credit: Homes in NJ devastated by Hurricane Sandy from theatlantic.com Along with roofs, basements, heat and electricity, many lifts and elevators were disrupted and damaged by Hurricane Sandy last…
Buyers Beware: Online Stairway Chair Lift Sellers
- Doug Boydston
- Mar 6, 2013
- FAQ
Shopping online is a wonderful modern convenience. It makes our lives easier, but it’s important to research the available options. Whether you are purchasing furniture, booking a trip or browsing…
Ramps vs. Lifts
- Doug Boydston
- Apr 21, 2011
- Commercial
Ramps and Lifts both have advantages and disadvantages, depending on the site and building configuration. Ramps are not always the answer to a particular accessibility challenge. Vertical and Inclined…