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Platform lifts for Residential and Commercial Environments

Across the UK, it’s good to see that the installation of platform lifts for wheelchairs is becoming a commonplace sight. Towns and cities are gradually working towards becoming fully inclusive environments, and homes of all sizes and shapes are enjoying enhanced access. Thanks to the development of innovative platform lift technology, installing vertical transport for wheelchair users is now affordable in commercial and residential settings.

Platform lifts for wheelchairs offer passengers privacy, independence, and access to multiple floors of a building. Wheelchair lifts don’t require a lift shaft which means they’re easy and quick to install. It’s an access solution that can be adapted to virtually any environment. Tower Lifts engineers design bespoke platform lifts– and they have not yet found an architectural challenge that couldn’t be overcome.

Types of Platform Lifts for Wheelchairs

Adaptability is the name of the game when it comes to platform lifts. Tower Lifts engineers have fitted indoor and external wheelchair lifts, in historic buildings, hotels, schools, residential apartments, warehouses, homes, hospitals and shops. They can be customised to accommodate the needs of users and provide operational autonomy. Whilst all our installations are bespoke, the platform lifts for wheelchairs we install include:

• Vertical Platform Lift. Similar in appearance to a traditional passenger lift, the vertical platform lift runs on a hydraulic or electric system, providing wheelchair users with access to up to 4 floors. The controls are DDA compliant, and the lift runs at a speed of 0.15MPS. They are operated using constant pressure controls.
• Step Lift. An elegant solution to inclusive access when it comes to split level flooring or short flights of stairs. The step lift is operated by constant pressure controls and the transport is both reliable and durable. The step lift can be installed externally for steps leading to a front entrance, for example, or split-level gardens.
• Wheelchair Stair Lift. This lift is designed for transporting wheelchair users up straight or curved staircases. When required, the platform lowers allowing a wheelchair to roll directly from the floor to the platform. Safety rails lower automatically for safe transport. When not in use, the platform folds back to allow for foot traffic access.
• Dumbwaiter Lift. Whilst not strictly platform lifts for wheelchairs, dumbwaiters have an important role to play in the home. This small cabinet goods lift is invaluable for transporting shopping, luggage, food, or laundry between floors. The lift can be placed at a height that suits, and there are a number of sizes to choose from.

Commercial Benefits of Platform Lifts for Wheelchairs

Our commercial clients tell us that they prefer platform lifts to ramps because they take up less floor space and, when regularly maintained, offer users a better experience. They appreciate the substantial additional footfall platform lifts attract, and they appreciate the high level of safety awareness that comes as standard when a platform lift is installed.

Bespoke design and installation of platform stair lifts help the commercial sector to comply with Health & Safety and Manual Handing regulations.

Residential Benefits of Platform Lifts for Wheelchairs

Our residential clients appreciate the ease and additional access that wheelchair lifts for the home provide. Not only do these lifts offer a practical function, they can also be customised to suit the home interior décor. Where lifts are installed in the garden, or as an aid to accessing the front door, they’re seen as a durable and reliable aid to everyday activities.

Tower Lifts is an Experienced Platform Lifts Installer

For over 2 decades now, the Tower Lifts team has been designing and installing platform lifts. All our engineers are skilled engineers with years of experience to bring to their work. Tower Lifts is an ISO9001:2015 Lift Cert and UKAS approved company adhering to all current Lift Regulations.

Whether we’re enhancing wheelchair access in a residential environment or creating the vertical transport infrastructure for a London hotel, our primary concerns will always be the safety of passengers, the quality of the transport experience, and the independence of users.

If you would like to know more about the platform lifts solutions we can install for wheelchair users, call our design team today on 01525 601099 for more information.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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UK-Wide Lift Maintenance Company

Tower Lifts, established in 2006, is a UK-wide lift maintenance company offering lift servicing, tailored lift maintenance contracts, lift repairs, modernisation, and refurbishment. No matter how many lifts you manage, our factory-trained engineers provide peace of mind that your vertical transport system is safe to use, compliant and capable of delivering a high- quality performance for users.

Regular Lift Maintenance

The regulatory body PUWAR (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) requires lift owners and managers to keep lifts provided for residents or employees to be regularly maintained and kept in good working order. The maintenance needs to be thorough, in compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, and carried out by a trained lift engineer.

Maintenance Saves Money on Repairs

As a lift maintenance company, we have a dedicated 24/7 emergency repair team working 365 days of the year to keep lifts safe and available throughout the UK. Much of the work they do is on lifts that aren’t maintained to the highest of standards.

Tower Lifts will always be available to provide repairs in a crisis, but regular preventative maintenance minimises the risk of lift breakdown and is far more cost-effective than the call-out rates on emergency repair services.

Do you require a lift maintenance company? Get in touch with the Tower Lifts lift maintenance and servicing team today on 01525 601099 to find out more on our lift services.

What Does Lift Maintenance Include?

Regular servicing keeps your lifts running at peak performance. Tower Lifts engineers to thoroughly test, adjust and clean lift components in order to maximise the life of your lift, and minimise the potential for breakdowns. Our experienced engineers are able to maintain a wide range of lifts.

Our detailed lift maintenance checks include:

• Passenger Cabin – broken call button lights are replaced, and the operation panel is tested. The condition of the interior is noted, and the door panels and clearance are tested. Acceleration and deceleration are checked, and any firefighter lift controls are examined for compliance.
• Top of the Cabin – any accumulated debris is removed, and signs of vandalism or rodents are investigated. Cabling is inspected, and the cabin top inspection station is tested. The door operator and components are carefully checked, and the guide rails, rollers and levelling devices are inspected.
• Pit Maintenance – the lift engineer will check the GFI outlet and inspect the lift cable, noting and signs of wear. The sump pump will be cleaned and checked, and the spring buffers will be visually inspected for corrosion. The guide rails, rollers and levelling devices will be thoroughly inspected.

Lift Maintenance Contracts

Our work as a lift maintenance company supporting businesses and organisations across the UK, means that we’re well placed to offer guidance on the maintenance requirements for your lift. Our tailored lift maintenance contracts take into account the age of your lift, its volume of usage, the function it fulfils and the location.

Tower Lifts will also make ongoing recommendations with regard to:

• Modernisation of Components – replacing older lift components with updated versions that offer improved energy efficiency.
• Like-for-Like Replacements – where worn components can be replaced with replica components.
• Passenger Cabin Refurbishment – updating the cabin interior in order to provide a more comfortable experience for users.

About Tower Lifts

For over 2 decades now, our lift maintenance company has been providing exemplary servicing, repairs, and refurbishment for commercial lifts across the UK. We keep our customers updated on any changes in UK legislation which will impact them as owners or building managers, and we can help to scope any major work required in response. We’re an ISO9001:2015 Lift Cert and UKAS approved company.

If you would like to talk to a Tower Lifts engineer about tailored maintenance and repairs for your business, give us a call on 01525 601099

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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Rapid, Reliable Lift Repair Nationwide

Tower Lifts has always put passengers at the heart of everything we do. We need them to be safe, and we want them to experience high quality vertical transport day in, day out. That’s why we have skilled lift engineers located across the UK, as part of our dedicated lift repair service. If you have a lift breakdown, we offer a prompt response 24/7, wherever you are.

A Passenger Focused Elevator Repair Service

Lift breakdowns can range from a temperamental button to passengers being trapped between floors. Tower Lifts engineers are trained and prepared for any eventuality. Our aim is to get your lift up and running again as soon as possible, with the minimum of stress for passengers. We provide all our engineers with training in managing people under stressful situations, and we have a great track record for repairing lifts successfully on the initial call out.

Clear Communication is Key for Lift Repairs

If passengers are involved in a lift breakdown, it’s imperative that they receive clear communication throughout the lift repair process. Equally important is the clarity of communication between our engineers and lift owners or managers. Should a Tower Lifts engineer be unable to repair the lift on their first call out, they will provide a detailed diagnosis of the problem, and explain how long it will take to get the lift operational. We always prioritise swift repairs on lift breakdowns.

Tower Lifts Repairs a Range of Lifts

Tower Lifts is able to offer repairs on lifts from a wide range of manufacturers. Over the past two decades we have installed, refurbished, modernised and repaired lifts in old and new buildings. As a result, our engineers have a wealth of experience to bring to bear. This means that we are happy to provide immediate repairs on lifts, even if we haven’t installed them.

Lift Maintenance Packages Minimise Repair Costs

The rapid response requirements for lift repairs make them a relatively expensive service, normally used only in emergencies. Should you find that your lift repairs call outs are on the rise, a cost-effective alternative would be a lift maintenance package. At Tower Lifts we create tailored packages based on the age of your lift, its daily usage, and its function.

Regular elevator maintenance ensures that your passengers are getting a first class service from your lift installation.Maintenance engineers will carry out running repairs where necessary. They will alert lift managers should modernisation, or larger repair work be required. This ongoing scrutiny of your elevator provides peace of mind, less breakdowns, passenger safety and increased cost efficiency.

If you own or manage a lift that would benefit from a tailored maintenance package, contact Tower Lifts today to talk to one of our engineers.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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A Lift Upgrade for London

Whilst it’s easy to take vertical transport for granted, a quick scan of the sheer volume of lifts in use across London is a reminder of the impact they have made on our lives. The oldest London elevator still in use, was installed in Claridges, Mayfair in 1896, and this beautiful OTUS model still looks stunning, and offers an excellent transport experience for visitors to the hotel.

 Lift Upgrade Prolongs Service Life

The lift in Claridges continues to work because it has been lovingly maintained. A series of upgrades have transformed the manually operated original into a delightful reminder of the hotel’s luxurious heritage for 21st century passengers. Most upgrades lack the charm of the Claridges example, but they all seek the same conclusion; extended life of an existing lift, rather than a lift replacement.

How do You Know When it’s Time For a Lift Upgrade London?

There’s no one symptom that alerts you to the need for a lift upgrade. It’s normally a number of symptoms that grow, until there’s too many to be ignored. These will normally include:

• Concerns that the lift is no longer compliant with current health and safety standards
• Spare parts are becoming hard to come by
• It’s way beyond budget on repairs
• Passengers are complaining about creaks, judders and unreliability
• The cabin looks dirty and shabby
• The lift doors look old.
• Passengers are complaining that the lift isn’t DDA compliant.

If you’re nodding your head at just one of those symptoms, it’s time to acknowledge that your lift needs some care and attention.

A Recommended Lift Company for London

Tower Lifts has been restoring worn out lifts for over a decade now. It’s rare that our skilled engineers are unable to carry out a lift upgrade in London. More often we carry out a thorough inspection and then present a schedule of repairs and components replacements which will keep your lift running reliably, increase energy efficiency, and ensure passenger safety and access.

Lift Maintenance is a Cost-Effective Alternative to Repairs

A lift upgrade for your London lift is certainly a cheaper option than replacing it. Once you have it restored to optimum performance, however, Tower Lifts engineers will recommend that you consider a tailored maintenance package going forward. An annual service ensures ongoing passenger safety, provides running repairs, and gives you timely alerts when lift components need replacing. In the long run it’s a much cheaper alternative to costly emergency call-outs.

Tower Lifts Provide Lift Services Across London

We’re proud to have been a part of London’s lift infrastructure for 15 years now and we’ve made our mark in a number of the capital’s hotels. We have recently installed passenger lifts in the London Moorgate Hotel, the Cumberland, and in the historic St Paul’s Hotel in Hammersmith. Each one reflected the technology, grace and elegance of lift design in the 21st century – and with regular lift upgrades they could still be providing vertical transport for passengers 122 years from now.

If you need lift maintenance in London, call us today on 01525 601099 and talk to one of our friendly engineers about creating a bespoke package for your needs.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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Lift Maintenance Solutions

Tower Lifts is a UK wide lift provider, offering design, installation, repair and maintenance services across pretty much every county in the British Isles. Over the last decade of growth, one of our top priorities has been to ensure that each of our clients receives top quality local services, wherever they are located. Our lift maintenance solutions are a case in point; we take pride in the fact that they are delivered to clients by carefully recruited local teams of engineers.

Essential Maintenance Checks

Millions of passengers use vertical transport every day, and it’s the responsibility of lift owners to guarantee their safety. A new lift installation is just the start. PUWAR (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) is the regulatory body which manages the use of vertical transport. It is a requirement that lift owners and managers keep lifts in good working order, by scheduling regular maintenance carried out by professional engineers.

Regular Lift Maintenance is Cost-Effective

A broken-down lift is costly. It’s not just the emergency call-out fees; it’s also the loss of passenger goodwill, productivity, and access for mobility-impaired users. The Tower Lifts dedicated repair team is consistently busy getting lifts up-and-running for owners. Our message to them is always the same; a proactive maintenance package is far more cost-effective than reactive emergency call-outs.

A Typical Lift Maintenance Schedule

Lift maintenance checks tend to occur annually, and they will be tailored to your particular vertical transport usage. They will normally include:

Cabin Maintenance:

• Call button lights
• Control panel testing and bulbs
• Door panels operations
• Clearance
• Acceleration and deceleration
• Firefighter lift controls
• Condition of floor and walls

Cabin Exterior Maintenance:

• Removal of debris
• Signs of vandalism
• Signs of rodents
• Cabling
• Cabling top inspection station
• Door operator and components
• Guide rails, levelling devices, rollers

Pit Maintenance:

• GFI outlet
• Cabling
• Sump pump
• Spring buffers
• Guide rails, rollers, levelling devices

Lift Maintenance for Forward Planning

One of the major benefits of regular lift maintenance is the potential it provides for scheduling repairs in advance. Tower Lifts engineers will manage running repairs in the course of their maintenance checks, and deliver a detailed report at the end of the process. If an upgrade, or modernisation is required, the report will draw attention to it, allowing plenty of time for a business plan to be created, and budget allocated.

Bespoke Lift Maintenance Solutions

A commercial enterprise with passenger lifts and goods lifts that are constantly in use will need a different level of maintenance to a residential lift used only by a handful people. Before determining your lift maintenance package, our Tower Lifts engineers will carry out a detailed audit on usage, age, and previous maintenance record. We will provide the appropriate level of service to maintain the safety of your passengers.

A Professional Team at Tower Lifts

Our lift maintenance solutions are carried out by highly qualified engineers who bring years of experience to their work. We are able to carry out lift maintenance on the full range of lift models, whether or not we installed the system. Our lift engineers are friendly and efficient, and they understand the importance of limiting lift downtime to an absolute minimum.

If you require a bespoke lift maintenance package, call us today on 01525 601099 for a fast maintenance audit and quote.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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Our Tower Lifts installation team will always tell customers that installing a new lift is just the first step; regular maintenance and servicing is essential to ensure great performance for passengers, legal compliance and – most important – peace of mind that your lift is operating at optimum efficiency and safety.

What Does a Lift Maintenance Engineer Do?

The regular maintenance checks our lift engineers carry out combine detailed inspections of the interior and exterior of the passenger cabin, and checks on the machine room, the shaft and the pit.

All our skilled maintenance engineers have extensive experience in ensuring the ongoing safety of lift installations, but they all work to a standard checklist which acts as their guide:

Passenger Cabin Lift Maintenance

• Check and replace exterior call button lights,
• Check lift door panels and clearance,
• Check on the firefighter lift controls,
• Operate the lift to check for smooth and accurate acceleration, deceleration and levelling,
• Inspect lift door to ensure that it doesn’t slam or bounce when closing, and that the door restrictor works effectively,
• Check position indicators and replace burnt out lights,
• Examine the cabin interior for damage or wear and tear to ceiling, handrail, floor, and walls.

Once the passenger cabin maintenance check is complete, our Tower Lifts engineer will make any immediate repairs or enhancements. If more extensive repairs are required, these will be detailed on the report and scheduled.

Do you require a lift maintenance company? Get in touch with the Tower Lifts lift maintenance and servicing team today on 01525 601099 to find out more on our lift services.

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Top of the Cabin

• Remove any debris that has accumulated on the top of the cabin,
• Examine the lift shaft for any evidence of vandalism, and rodents or pests,
• Inspect the stop switch and the cabin top inspection station,
• Check the cabling for wear and tear, and examine all connections,
• Inspect the door operator and all components connected to it,
• Check the guide rails, rollers and levelling devices.

Tower Lifts engineers will always clear any accumulated debris that might be a safety hazard, and ensure that all working components are clean, lubricated and free from dirt.

Machine Room Lift Maintenance

• Ensure that the machine room is clean and clear any inappropriate materials,
• Inspect all components for any evidence of wear, unexpected vibration, or leakage,
• Check all electrical components for signs of failiure, wear and tear, or overheating,
• Oil level check,
• Carry out component lubrication where, and if necessary.

Our Tower Lifts engineers will always repair faulty machine room components immediately where possible. Their report will make recommendations as to any follow-on repairs that should treated as a priority, and more long term component replacements or lift upgrades.

Pit Lift Maintenance

• Check GFI outlet, stop switch and lights are working,
• Inspect the lift cable for any snags or signs of wear,
• Examine condition of guide rails, rollers, and switches,
• Check sump pump operation and clean,
• Inspect spring buffers are securely attached. Check for correct alignment, signs of corrosion.

If any components are showing wear and tear, the Tower Lifts engineer will flag up a concerns, and schedule remedial action at an appropriate time.

Peace of Mind With Regular Lift Maintenance

A faulty lift can be a financial drain on your business – especially if you need emergency repairs – and lifts that aren’t serviced regularly are a safety hazard for passengers. Tower Lifts provides a range of maintenance and servicing packages, guaranteeing the highest standards of care and safety for your business and your passengers.

If looking for an accurate and reliable quotation, get in touch to organise an obligation-free consultation and inspection of your premises.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts

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Urgent Repairs and Upgrades

When it comes to Middlesex lift repair jobs that simply cannot wait, we’re here to help. We fully understand and appreciate how detrimental and even dangerous lift break-downs can be when they occur at the worst possible time. Which is why we’re proud to cover all urgent lift maintenance and repair jobs across the region. If time is a factor, simply get in touch with the Tower Lifts customer service team and we’ll provide our full support as quickly as possible.

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