#102. Elevator & Wheel Chair Lift Equipment for Home & Business  |
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For individuals concerned about flooding in coastal areas, here are some options to consider when selecting or modifying a property: Choose Higher Ground or Elevated Locations: Opt for properties that are located on higher ground or natural ridges within coastal areas. If buying a new property, prioritize those built above the base flood elevation (BFE). Elevated Homes: Look for homes built on stilts, pilings, or elevated foundations designed to withstand flooding. Consider retrofitting an existing property with elevated platforms or raised foundations. Flood-Resistant Construction: Seek properties with flood-resistant materials like concrete, pressure-treated wood, and waterproof finishes. Choose designs with open or breakaway walls on the ground floor to minimize damage. Build or Buy with Natural Barriers: Properties with natural barriers like dunes, mangroves, or marshlands often provide additional protection from storm surges. Flood Zones and Insurance: Review FEMA flood maps to identify properties in low-risk zones. Purchase flood insurance, even if the property isn't in a high-risk zone. Install Flood Protection Measures: Incorporate seawalls, levees, or berms around the property. Use sump pumps, drainage systems, and flood barriers for additional protection. Floating or Amphibious Homes: Consider innovative designs, floating homes or amphibious homes that adapt to changing water levels. Community Resilience: Choose areas with strong community flood management plans or ongoing investments in coastal resilience projects like improved drainage, seawalls, and elevated roadways. Climate-Resilient Developments: Seek out real estate in communities designed with climate adaptation in mind, such as those featuring centralized stormwater systems and elevated neighborhoods. | |
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Compliance for property modifications, making the space accessible and usable for people with disabilities.
ADA Compliance: Adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities. Handicap Lift: A device designed to transport individuals with limited mobility between levels. Elevator: A vertical transport system for moving people or goods between floors of a building. Lift Platform: A flat surface on which a person or wheelchair can rest during lifting. Safety Railings: Rails installed for user stability and safety.
Cab: The enclosed compartment of an elevator where passengers ride. Drive System: The mechanism that powers the elevator, such as hydraulic, traction, or pneumatic systems. Traction Elevator: Uses ropes and counterweights for smooth vertical movement. Hydraulic Elevator: Uses a hydraulic piston to lift and lower the cab. Pneumatic Elevator: Operates using air pressure in a cylindrical tube. Hoistway: The vertical shaft where the elevator operates. Machine Room: A dedicated space housing the elevator's motor and control systems. Controller: The electronic system managing elevator functions. Capacity: Maximum weight the elevator can safely carry. Landing: The floor levels where the elevator stops. Pit: The space below the lowest landing where the elevator rests when not in use. Overhead Clearance: The space above the top floor required for elevator operation. Code Compliance: Conformance to local and national elevator safety standards. Car Operating Panel (COP): The control panel inside the elevator for floor selection and emergency communication.
Vertical Platform Lift (VPL): A lift that moves vertically, designed to transport wheelchairs and passengers. Inclined Platform Lift: A platform lift installed on staircases to transport individuals with mobility devices. Stair Lift: A chair attached to a rail system installed along a staircase for mobility assistance. Wheelchair Lift: A lift specifically designed to accommodate wheelchair users. Access Ramp: A sloped structure for wheelchair or mobility aid access. Threshold Ramp: A small ramp designed to help with minor elevation changes, such as door thresholds. Safety Edge: A sensor on lift platforms to detect obstructions and halt operation. Continuous Pressure Controls: A safety feature requiring constant pressure on controls to operate the lift. Backup Battery: Ensures operation during power outages. Lift Capacity: Maximum weight a lift can carry safely. Drive System: Hydraulic, screw drive, or electric-powered systems in lifts. Automatic Folding Ramp: A feature enabling the lift platform to fold when not in use. Grab Bar: A support bar for additional user stability.
Emergency Brake: A system that stops the elevator/lift during failure. Emergency Stop Button: Allows passengers to stop the elevator/lift in case of emergency. Interlock System: Prevents the elevator/lift from operating if the door is open. Overspeed Governor: A device that slows down the elevator/lift if it exceeds the maximum speed. Safety Gate: A gate to secure the passenger inside the lift during operation. Call Button: Used to summon the elevator/lift. Alarm System: Alerts in case of lift malfunction or emergency. Auto-Lowering: Enables the lift to lower safely in a power outage.
Inspection Certificate: Proof that the elevator or lift meets safety and code requirements. Lubrication: Maintenance process to ensure smooth operation of moving parts. Diagnostics: Tools or software used to identify issues with elevator/lift systems. Service Log: A record of maintenance and repair activities. Wear and Tear: The gradual degradation of parts over time. Rescue Operation: Procedures for safely evacuating individuals from a stalled elevator/lift. This glossary includes both technical and user-focused terms to help you understand or communicate about home elevators and handicap lift systems. | |
| Wheelchair Lifts, designed for making spaces more accessible.
Wheelchair lifts are designed to help wheelchair users move between different levels, making areas of the property more accessible: 1. Vertical Platform Lifts (VPLs); Description: VPLs are similar to small elevators. They raise a platform vertically to transport a wheelchair user up or down to different levels.  Uses: Typically installed in homes, commercial buildings, or outdoor spaces. Pros: Easy to use, space-efficient, and ideal for short to medium heights (usually up to 14 feet). Type: Enclosed VPL: Comes with an enclosure for added safety, often resembling a mini-elevator. Type: Open VPL: A platform without an enclosure, usually with safety rails.2. Inclined Platform Lifts (IPLs); Description: IPLs move along the incline of a staircase, carrying the wheelchair and its user. Uses: Ideal for buildings with straight or curved staircases when a full elevator is not practical. Pros: Space-saving, no major construction needed, and adaptable for different stair designs. Type: Straight Stair IPL: Designed for staircases with no curves or landings. Type: Curved Stair IPL: Customized for staircases with curves or multiple landings.3. Portable Wheelchair Lifts; Description: Temporary and mobile lifts that can be transported and used in various locations. Uses: Ideal for temporary situations like events, performances, or buildings without permanent lifts. Pros: Portable, easy to store, and can be moved between locations as needed.4. Residential Elevators; Description: Small elevators designed for homes, which can accommodate a wheelchair and user. Pros: Increases home value, permanent solution, and can handle heavier weights than some platform lifts.5. Hybrid Lifts; Description: Combine features of an elevator and a platform lift. They provide vertical transport with some enclosure but are more compact than traditional elevators. Uses: Indoor or outdoor, where a full elevator is unnecessary but extra security is desired. Pros: Smaller footprint than elevators, more enclosed than traditional VPLs, and safer for larger vertical distances.6. Overhead Track Lifts; Description: A ceiling-mounted track system with a sling that lifts and transports a wheelchair user from one location to another. Uses: Often found in homes or medical facilities to assist with transfers from bed to wheelchair or other areas. Pros: No floor space required, can move users over obstacles, and great for specific transfer needs.7. Auto Vehicle Lifts; Description: Lifts designed specifically for vehicles to allow wheelchair users to enter and exit cars, vans, or buses. Uses: Installed in personal or commercial vehicles to facilitate transportation. Pros: Convenient for travel, several models to fit different vehicle sizes, and enhances mobility independence.Each type of wheelchair lift has its own advantages, depending on the user's needs, the location, and the specific installation requirements. | |
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