A number of railways stations have undertaken extensive passenger lift refurbishments in the past year, citing provision for a predicted increase in passenger numbers when HS2 is completed, as well as an ‘Access for All’ upgrade scheme, which was launched in 2006 to improve accessibility at railway stations nationwide.

Place North West has reported on a £400,000 refurbishment project taking place at Macclesfield Station, that aims to make step-free access to the station platforms more reliable. It, unfortunately, means that both passenger lifts will be out of action at the same time, but there will be staff on hand at the station to help those who require it.

Tom Wadsworth, the senior asset engineer for buildings at Network Rail, said: “This investment into the lifts at Macclesfield station is much-needed and will greatly improve reliability for passengers.”

He explained that Macclesfield Station will be part of the HS2 high-speed rail network to Crewe, and there was a need to improve station facilities, in particular to refurbish the passenger lifts to grant rail users an enhanced experience at the station.

However, Macclesfield is not the only station that has undertaken passenger lift refurbishments in the past year, with a £750,000 project to refurbish the lifts at Derby Railway Station, and an upgrade to lifts at Tamworth Station.

New passenger lifts have also been installed at Leeds Rail Station as part of a £32 million refurbishment, and new lifts have been installed at Stechford station in Birmingham, as part of the £3.9m ‘Access for All’ upgrade scheme.

Network Rail have also said that the lift upgrades and refurbishments have been necessary to help accommodate the public’s need to maintain social distancing in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, and the lift refurbishments will allow for a faster service, with more room, and an over all better experience.

If you’re looking for lift refurbishment companies, get in touch today.

When designing or renovating a building, accessibility should be at the core of all design principles.

According to Approved Document M of the government’s building regulations, reasonable provision must be made to both get access to and to use a public building and its facilities.

Depending on the building, this will include ramps, widening automatic doors, clear signposting of facilities and a clear way to access all floors.

A bespoke platform lift is a flexible solution to this, being a platform that is raised and lowered as required. Like all lifts, however, some considerations need to be made when designing, constructing and installing a platform lift system.

Accessibility

Platform lifts are an exceptionally flexible system that can be adapted to fit any environment and shape.

As a result, the focus is less about what the technology can do and more about their placement. If a building has a step or set of stairs, a platform lift can be installed alongside, and enable wheelchair users to access that upper area.

The key to the success of a platform lift system is ease of use, clear signposting and optimal placement.

Safety

Platform lifts tend to be wider and more open than traditional lift cars, but this means that safety and stability are vital to make them viable for use.

All four corners of the lift are secured, with four parallel synchronised lifting motors being used to ensure that the lift moves smoothly and equally.

Finally, due to the open nature of platform lifts, there is a height limit there would not be for an elevator car, which is typically around 125cm.

One issue facing many disabled people when they travel is accessibility, both at accommodation and attractions. 

However, the Sun recently pointed out that some of the UK’s top tourist regions perform very well on accessibility, making them excellent choices for disabled visitors who want to enjoy a getaway without feeling excluded from activities or attractions.

At the top of the list is Brighton, which is described as “one of England’s most inclusive destinations”. 

For example, Brighton Palace Pier is accessible, with easy wheelchair access from the car park to the pier’s restaurants and bars. The British Airways i360 Tower is also a great choice for disabled visitors, with its wheelchair-friendly lift allowing everyone to ascend the tower and enjoy the views.

The West Country, meanwhile, is another good choice for those with disabilities. You could even go caving in the Mendip Hills with one company that has experience of providing tours to visitors of all abilities. 

M Shed museum in Bristol was also singled out for its accessible features, which include its spoken announcements and wheelchair-accessible lifts. 

Comedian Rosie Jones, who has cerebral palsy, travelled around the UK to stress test a range of activities for disabled people to help create this list.

“I wanted to celebrate the places and the activities that are accessible for disabled people. I also wanted to show that just because a person is disabled, it doesn’t mean that they have got to have a boring holiday,” she said. 

If your business wants to attract more disabled visitors, start by investing in bespoke platform lifts to ensure all parts of your location are accessible. 

We recently explained why electric platform lifts are a particularly good choice for wheelchair users, and how they can help people of varying physical abilities. Benefits include making life easier and helping people be more independent, as well as reducing the chances of falls and injuries.

Electric platform lifts enable wheelchair users and the disabled to achieve independence and grant freedom in many aspects of life that others can take for granted. Independence is often a large part of life that those in a wheelchair strive to achieve and simply being able to operate a lift provides that freedom.

Whether it’s access to buildings and conveniences or providing access to activities and holidays, there are many benefits of electric wheelchair lifts to offer physically challenged people immense advantages.

Being able to independently move around is also important because it reduces the stress on a disabled person as they go about the everyday activities that fully-abled people do not give a second thought to.

Stairs and steps are a frequent challenge to wheelchair users, and a wheelchair lift can make life not only much easier but safer too. Instead of needing to be guided by family and carers, lifts allow users to maintain their dignity and mitigate the chances of falls and injuries.

It is not only wheelchair users who you’d benefit either. It is important to recognise that not all wheelchair users are the same - individuals who suffer from upper body paralysis may not be able to move their chair to climb up a ramp, making a lift a better substitute.

From a business owner’s point of view, having access for wheelchairs that is both easy to use and offers freedom often makes more people want to visit a particular establishment, meaning that both parties gain from the addition of a wheelchair lift.

Those in a wheelchair can enjoy visiting a certain store they may never have been able to go to before, and the business in question benefits from further potential sales.

If you’re looking to install a wheelchair platform lift for your home or business, talk to us today.

The coronavirus pandemic might have changed how we all interact with each other, affecting our travel, work, and social lives.

One area in particular that will have changed is how we use the lifts in buildings, whether that’s in public areas or where we live, as we all try to halt the spread of the virus.

While the stairs might become an option for some, it’s not so viable for those living on the higher floors of a building, or people who are unable, for a variety of reasons, to climb flights of stairs.

We have a list of facts about lifts you might never have known.

1. A study by Thyssenkrupp Elevators showed that 66 per cent of people would rather not talk in a lift.

2. The same study showed that Beyoncé was the world’s favourite celebrity to be stuck in a lift with, while Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump are the worst.

3. In 2010, workers in New York spent the equivalent of 16.6 years waiting for lifts.

4. The first lift in a London hotel was called the “ascending room” at the Grosvenor in 1860.

5. Every day, a billion people travel in lifts, making a total of seven billion journeys.

6. The earliest record of a primitive lift was invented by Archimedes in the 3rd century BC. The Colosseum in ancient Rome had 24 lifts manually operated by more than 200 slaves.

7. In 1743, King Louis XV of France had a lift installed at Versailles to carry him from his first-floor room to his mistress on the second floor.

For many people, lifts are essential and can’t easily be avoided. So please wear a mask, and wait patiently for the next one if someone who needs it more than you is waiting.

If you need help or assistance with passenger lifts, talk to our team today.

You would imagine in this day and age that all of our railway stations would be set up to allow those with reduced mobility to access them and every platform, but sadly this isn’t always the case, as highlighted at Ruabon Station.

Campaigners are calling for funding to install step-free access to its north-bound platform, which is currently only accessible via a footbridge with over 50 steps.

Wrexham.com revealed that Ruabon is the only station on the line that doesn’t currently provide step-free access to passengers, and at present this means anyone who is in a wheelchair or unable to navigate stairs, in addition to families who may have pushchairs, is unable to reach the north-bound platform for trains travelling in the direction of Chester.

The publication also noted that the station was unsuccessful in its bid to secure funding to provide step-free access from the UK government.

Speaking to the news provider, councillor David Bithell, lead member for place, environment and transport and chair of Chester Shrewsbury Rail Partnership, said that they were encouraged to hear that Clwyd South MP Simon Baynes has secured a meeting with the government’s transport minister to discuss the issue.

“We documented the issues at this station as far back as 2006 and have been supporting bids to have the access addressed for some time,” councillor Bithell said. 

If funding is secured, this could enable the station to install passenger lifts, thereby providing the necessary step-free access. 

It seems that this is far from the only railway station to be facing this kind of issue, however. Research released last year by the House of Commons Library revealed that just 61 per cent of railway stations in Great Britain provide step-free access.

Whether you have mobility issues yourself or have a friend or relative who needs some additional assistance, you will no doubt have noticed that there are many places that simply aren’t as accessible as they should be.

Courthouses around the UK are among them, with research conducted by specialist legal firm Bolt Burdon Kemp revealing that just two per cent of the country’s courthouses are fully accessible.

The organisation assessed the accessibility of civil and criminal courthouses in England, Wales and Scotland, rating them on 11 criteria, including whether they provide a hearing loop, allow assistance dogs, have wheelchair access and provide disabled parking near the courthouse.

Among the findings are that just 16 per cent of courthouses are fully accessible to wheelchair users, with many failing to provide wheelchair lifts and some using security gates that are too narrow for a wheelchair to fit through.

Other criteria that were assessed included video conference facilities, baby changing facilities, accessible toilets and witness support.

The firm stressed that going to court is already a stressful experience, especially as a witness, and this is only made more challenging when there are access issues.

It isn’t only courthouses where people with restricted mobility, and especially those who use wheelchairs, face access issues. As Access & Mobility Professional reported earlier this year, only 27 per cent of the UK’s offices are wheelchair accessible.

The survey, carried out by workspace design specialist Penketh Group also found that 34 per cent of workers want to see improved wheelchair access at their workplaces.

If you’re interested in installing wheelchair platform lifts in your premises, contact us today to find out more about your options.

What do people need from their homes as they age? Unsurprisingly, most people want to be able to stay within their home environment for as long as possible.

According to the Evening Express, 48 per cent of homeowners aged 50 or over do not intend to move again, believing they are living in the ‘forever homes’, and 80 per cent are willing to future proof their homes so they can remain where they are as they age in place.

Many people also find that they are more reliant on their strong local social networks, depending on how long they have lived there. Some people have lived in their home for many years and created many local link and networks, and their homes are full of memories making them reluctant to move out.

Foundations, the national body for home improvement agencies, found that adapting your home can delay a move into residential care by many years. While there is a significant cost saving in this, it is allowing many people to age in place in their homes, and maintain their connections to their communities

Benefits of home adaptations

More people can enjoy later life staying within their communities and homes they know and love. Spending money on home adaptations can bring a wealth of benefits not just in terms of reduced costs to health and residential care, but also to how they can improve their quality of life.

Home adaptations are typically associated with frailty and decline, and it’s essential to look at how these products can become an attractive and desired feature from a consumer perspective.

People will have spent a huge amount of time and money making their homes a reflection on themselves, and any adaptations need to fit within their homes as part of the environment.

Ageing well in place

We often underestimate the importance of the place in which we live and the possible changes that environment might need through the different stages of later life, and how small changes can make a huge difference to allowing people to live in the comfort of their own homes.

If you’re looking for bespoke stairlifts for your home, then call us today.

Lifts are one of the safest ways to travel in the world, and credit for one of the biggest reasons for that must be given to one man; Elisha Otis.

Mr Otis invented the “safety elevator” in 1852, which took the concept of the lift and made it far less dangerous. The story of its invention is fascinating, and plans and drawings for the first modern lift can be found in this article by TIME magazine.

However, the most famous story about Otis is what happened in 1853, when he tried to sell the revolutionary invention.

The 1853 World’s Fair

From July 1853 to November 1854, the Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations ran at New York Crystal Palace, with over a million people visiting over the course of over a year.

There were many interesting exhibits there as well, including a wooden observatory and the world’s first pedal quadracycle in history.

However, Otis would become legendary during this exhibit when showcasing the lift system on a platform. Whilst he made his speech, he asked an axeman to chop the only rope holding the platform he was standing on up.

He obliged, and to the shock of the crowd Otis fell, but only a few inches. Otis’ safety elevator had a safety lock in place that stopped the lift from falling down the lift shaft.

This revolution essentially changed the US skyline; with more people willing to ride lifts, buildings could be built higher, to the point that not even 30 years later the first skyscrapers being seen in major American cities.

For help with passenger lifts, get in touch with KEP Lifts today.

The Detroit Hotel in St Petersburg, Florida, was built between 1888 and 1889 and is the oldest hotel in the city. The oldest parts of the building were made from wood, and brick sections were added at a later date. Over the years, the building was converted into apartments and businesses.

However, when workmen were conducting demolition work to build a new restaurant in the property, they discovered a forgotten piece of history from the hotel, an elegant, gold-trimmed antique elevator, reports Fox 13 News in Florida.

As the crews tore out a section of wall they discovered the fancy elevator, and removal of part of the flooring revealed the lifting machinery and even some of the remaining cables.

A metal plate on the floor of the elevator revealed it was made by the Warner Elevator Manufacturing Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, who produced elevators in the late 1800s, coinciding with the original construction of the Detroit Hotel.

Unlike modern lifts, it had no buttons as it would have been operated by an operator, and a small door on the rear of the carriage was where bellmen could load luggage.

Pete Mortellaro of G&M Construction said: “From what we’re told, it’s the second elevator in the state of Florida. It’s the first one in our area.”

They also found a hand-wired, and hand-numbered electrical switching system that at one time would have connected to every room in the hotel, which maybe would have been used to alert guests of messages waiting for them at the reception.

The owners of the new restaurant are keen to preserve the unexpected discovery, adding a historic enhancement to the premises.

“When you walk in and see something like this and you can actually put a time period into your head when this thing was in operation, that’s amazing,” Mortellaro added. 

If you need bespoke platform lifts for your business or property, get in touch today.

With the impacts of the global pandemic starting to be seen around the world and all sorts of working practices having to evolve and adapt in order to facilitate a ‘new normal’ modus operandi, the question must now be asked… what will the elevators of the future look like?

Social distancing guidelines in the UK are such that a two-metre distance between people must be maintained, which means that lift use is sure to be affected. But buildings aren’t likely to be made any smaller, so elevators will still very much be in existence, but usage is likely to be staggered and fewer numbers will be able to use these facilities at any one time.

In terms of design, we’re likely to see smarter systems rolled out so that building managers can stagger usage more effectively, as well as the likes of disinfection systems, kick buttons and touch-free technology.

Building design will also need to factor in the long-term requirements of lifts, as it will be difficult to make certain changes later down the line. It could well be that central staircases are included in buildings, while elevator capacity could be determined based on population, capacity and waiting periods.

For now, however, building managers and passengers need to prioritise hygiene and cleanliness, so more regular cleaning may be required to reassure passengers, while installing hand-sanitising stations could be advisable.

Putting up posters reminding people about hand-washing regimes and the spread of infection could also prove useful in this regard.

For help with passenger lifts, get in touch with KEP Lifts today.

COVID-19 - Returning to normality.

To all our customers and colleagues. In line with the latest Government advice we are returning to some normality. We would like to assure all our customers and colleagues that we are adhering to all the NHS and Government guidelines to safeguard our employees and customers whilst we are on site. We will continue to monitor Government guidance and make any changes if and when necessary. If you would like to know more about the additional measures we have adopted please do not hesitate to get in touch and we will happily share details with you.

KEP-200 is a vertical platform lift assembled using high quality materials and designed to meet the characteristics of ultimate performance and outstanding aesthetics. Passengers are lifted by the platform inside the shaft which is constructed of special multi-layer aluminium sandwich type panels or glass panels. The platform is moving at a maximum speed of 0.15 m/s. Every trip starts and ends with exceptional smoothness. The platform, the control panel and its buttons are adapted to be used by any category of passengers, including wheelchair users and the visually impaired. A screw driven system ensures durability and the highest level of security compared to other types of drives used in similar platform lifts. Platform control system supports up to 6 stops and 3 doors at each stop.

KEP-200 has a standard load capacity of 400 kg and a travel height of 13 meters. KEP-200 is designed according to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and complies with the European platform lifts standard EN81-41:2010.

More information about the KEP-200​

Design

The operation principle of KEP-200 is based on the screw self-locking gear. The engine is mounted on the platform itself and rotates a threaded nut, which moves along the stationary screw, this way lifting the platform. The shaft is constructed on the basis of an anodised aluminium frame interconnected with the panels of a client’s choice. Multi-layered sandwich panels and laminated glass panels come as a standard. A maximum of three doors may be installed on each floor with either left or right swing. The doors on the top floor stop may be designed in the form of gates. This type of construction looks aesthetic and modern and gives a clear view of the surroundings. At the request of the client, the platform and panels may be painted in any RAL scale colour. KEP-200 is a standard colour RAL9006 (white aluminium).

Application

KEP-200 is designed for a comfortable use by all categories of passengers, including the elderly and people with limited mobility. Our platform lift fits perfectly both in the interior of buildings, and in a variety of external architectural styles even, in some cases, improving the aesthetics of buildings. In the case of internal installation, KEP-200 has all the essential qualities of a platform lift: minimum overall dimensions, no pit and machine room, silent operation and low energy consumption. KEP-200 may be installed in libraries, museums, hospitals, schools, airports, railway stations, above ground and underground passages or parking. Our lifts are widely used in private houses, cottages and apartment buildings. KEP-200 is durable and unpretentious in service, adaptable to different standards of power sources and can withstand large power surges.

Comfort

The absence of the lift cabin in KEP-200 lets us make a spacious and light platform. A standard platform (1,485 x 1,070 mm) ensures a comfortable journey for a person with a wheelchair and his attendant. The control of the platform is very simple and intuitive, with a stable system to incorrect commands or its consequences. A passenger may stop and resume the movement at any time of the trip and even change the lift’s moving direction. The beginning and the ending of the lifting process are performed in very smooth easing algorithms and don’t evoke any uncomfortable feelings for sensitive people. A uniformly back lit control panel, with a comfortable handle below, contains large buttons with embossed symbols at a convenient height for access from sitting or standing positions.

LED lighting

We use the latest LED technology for the lighting of KEP-200 as it is cost-effective, durable and has a wide palette range. The sets of a large number of LED elements provide uniform illumination and an excellent aesthetic appearance. Energy saving LED lighting may stay on for a long time even in case of an emergency power failure. A backup battery installed on the platform may keep the necessary level of lighting for a couple of hours.

Anti-slip floor surface

The platform floor cover is made of rough anti-skid material, which is highly adhesive and abrasion resistant. The floor coating material may contain logos, promotional materials or pictures according to our clients’ needs.

Innovation

The vertical platform lift KEP-200 combines time-tested design solutions and new approaches to electronic control and fault diagnosis. By using the highest quality materials and components, our task is to increase the longevity of the lift and to minimise the downtime associated with troubleshooting and maintenance. The elevator control system can be equipped with a special diagnostic module that provides the detailed information on the status of all platform nodes and system sensors. The module informs about the usage of KEP-200, including the number of lifts and trip distances. It also enables the performing and adjustments of the lift operating settings, including speed and smoothness, the height of stops, lock closing time, button modes and much more.

With the sufficient expertise of staff a computer may be used instead of a module to implement the modifications and even reprogram the system completely.

Cost efficiency

The maximum efficiency of KEP-200 is achieved by using lighter materials, power saving lighting technologies and selecting a specific electric drive. The electric drive of the lift is constructed on the basis of an electronic frequency converter, which has the best characteristics of power consumption compared to directly connected motors, and enables the adjustment of the speed and smoothness of movement. KEP-200 lifts come with either a three-phase or single-phase frequency converter, depending on the capabilities of the present electrical circuit and intensiveness of lift usage. The frequency converter always provides the engine with the most optimal energy supply and prevents any energy wastage at the same time adapting to the grid voltage drops.

Security

The product reliability is the feature which is beneficial to both consumers and manufacturers. Long-term testing has shown that even after 50,000 cycles and more than 600,000 meters of travel the amortisation of the main gear was hardly recognisable. The control system of KEP-200 lift has passed stringent tests on the impact of the strong external electrical interference and received a certificate of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Technical maintenance service performed a general analysis on the lift design and its schematic solutions, in order to identify any possible weaknesses in security, and came to the conclusion that all measures are fully implemented, confirming the certificate of conformity. The security measures implemented in the KEP-200, comply with one of the most stringent European standard EN81-41: 2010. SB-200 always stops at an exact indicated position thanks to the triple braking torque system:

• Self-braking torque of a nut and a screw

• Electro-mechanical brake inside the motor

• Electro-mechanical brake on the nut, executed by powerful solenoids

• In case of emergency situations the lift mechanism is supplied with a manual emergency descent. Optionally, the emergency lowering mechanism may be actuated by an electric motor with a backup battery.

Contact us

If you have any questions about the KEP-200 or any other lift in the range, please feel free to contact us. 

Email: info@keplifts.co.uk

Tel: 01843 610060

We are proud to announce the KEP-150 is, an open platform lift! KEP-150 is specially designed for applications with little or no alterations to existing buildings.

• Travel height up to 3 meters

• Modern lightweight design

• No pit required

RB150 is an Open Platform Lift (also known as Low Rise Platform Lift or Wheelchair Lift), which provides internal or external vertical travel up to 3 meters. Our Wheelchair Lift can accommodate changes in level from 600 mm up to 3000 mm in commercial and domestic environments and is appropriate alternative solution to a fully enclosed platform lift. RB150 specifically designed for applications with little or no alterations to existing buildings. The open type design offers an aesthetically pleasing solution with brushed stainless steel finish as option. The lift provides a safe and easy way to gain access to a property where stairs would otherwise prevent wheelchair access. It is designed to give customers choice and flexibility.

We installed multiple KEP-150 platforms at The Ryder Cup. A fast installation time and complete reliability during the event made the KEP-150 a perfect choice!   

KEP Lifts events engineer

Main features:

• Modern lightweight design

• Stainless steel construction as option

• Low space requirements

• High level of security

• Silent operation

• Simple to use

• No pit required

• Simple to install and easy to service

• Overall low maintenance and running costs

Contact us

For more information or to have any queries answered, please feel free to contact us. 

Tel: 01843 610060

Email: info@keplifts.co.uk

We are excited to announce the introduction of the KEP-300 to our product range!

"Silence and reliability - this is what the KEP-300 is offering." David Hobbs - Director of KEP Lifts

Some technical features, that makes our KEP-300 so silent:

• Patented lifting system that works especially quiet

• There is no vibration – rubber rollers and belts eliminates any possible vibration

• Guide rollers made from rubber – it absorbs sounds during platform movement

• Lifting gear based on belts. Belts made of steel ropes and rubber

• 2 x 100mm belts width

• Motor and gearbox made special for this type of lift

• Guide rails made from aluminium

• Patented safety locking system

• Soft start/stop function – our unique’s software result

Additional information 

Design

The operation principle of KEP-300 is based on the double belt system. The engine is mounted on the top of the guides and rotates a belts, this way lifting the platform. The shaft is constructed on the basis of an anodised aluminium frame interconnected with the panels of a client’s choice. Multi-layered sandwich panels and laminated glass panels come as a standard. A maximum of three doors may be installed on each floor with either left or right swing. The doors on the top floor stop may be designed in the form of gates. This type of construction looks aesthetic and modern and gives a clear view of the surroundings. At the request of the client, the platform and panels may be painted in any RAL scale colour. KEP-300 is a standard colour RAL9006 (white aluminium).

Application

AB300 is designed for a comfortable use by all categories of passengers, including the elderly and people with limited mobility. Our platform lift fits perfectly both in the interior of buildings, and in a variety of external architectural styles even, in some cases, improving the aesthetics of buildings. In the case of internal installation, KEP-300 has all the essential qualities of a platform lift: minimum overall dimensions, no pit and machine room, silent operation and low energy consumption. KEP-300 may be installed in libraries, museums, hospitals, schools, airports, railway stations, above ground and underground passages or parking. Our lifts are widely used in private houses, cottages and apartment buildings. KEP-300 is durable and unpretentious in service, adaptable to different standards of power sources and can withstand large power surges.

Comfort

The absence of the lift cabin in KEP-300 lets us make a spacious and light platform. A standard platform (1,485 x 1,070 mm) ensures a comfortable journey for a person with a wheelchair and his attendant. The control of the platform is very simple and intuitive, with a stable system to incorrect commands or its consequences. A passenger may stop and resume the movement at any time of the trip and even change the lift’s moving direction. The beginning and the ending of the lifting process are performed in very smooth easing algorithms and don’t evoke any uncomfortable feelings for sensitive people. A uniformly back light control panel, with a comfortable handle below, contains large buttons with embossed symbols at a convenient height for access from sitting or standing positions.

LED lighting

We use the latest LED technology for the lighting of KEP-300 as it is cost-effective, durable and has a wide palette range. The sets of a large number of LED elements provide uniform illumination and an excellent aesthetic appearance. Energy saving LED lighting may stay on for a long time even in case of an emergency power failure. A backup battery installed on the platform may keep the necessary level of lighting for a couple of hours. Concept lift KEP-300

Anti-slip floor surface

The platform floor cover is made of rough anti-skid material, which is highly adhesive and abrasion resistant. The floor coating material may contain logos, promotional materials or pictures according to our clients’ needs.

Innovation

The vertical platform lift KEP-300 combines time-tested design solutions and new approaches to electronic control and fault diagnosis. By using the highest quality materials and components, our task is to increase the longevity of the lift and to minimise the downtime associated with troubleshooting and maintenance. The elevator control system can be equipped with a special diagnostic module that provides the detailed information on the status of all platform nodes and system sensors. The module informs about the usage of KEP-300, including the number of lifts and trip distances. It also enables the performing and adjustments of the lift operating settings, including speed and smoothness, the height of stops, lock closing time, button modes and much more.

Cost efficiency

The maximum efficiency of KEP-300 is achieved by using lighter materials, power saving lighting technologies and selecting a specific electric drive. The electric drive of the lift is constructed on the basis of an electronic frequency converter, which has the best characteristics of power consumption compared to directly connected motors, and enables the adjustment of the speed and smoothness of movement. KEP-300 lifts come with either a three-phase or single-phase frequency converter, depending on the capabilities of the present electrical circuit and intensiveness of lift usage. The frequency converter always provides the engine with the most optimal energy supply and prevents any energy wastage at the same time adapting to the grid voltage drops.

Security

The product reliability is the feature which is beneficial to both consumers and manufacturers. Long-term testing has shown that even after 50,000 cycles and more than 600,000 meters of travel the amortisation of the main gear was hardly recognisable. The control system of KEP-300 lift has passed stringent tests on the impact of the strong external electrical interference and received a certificate of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Technical maintenance service performed a general analysis on the lift design and its schematic solutions, in order to identify any possible weaknesses in security, and came to the conclusion that all measures are fully implemented, confirming the certificate of conformity. The security measures implemented in the KEP-300, comply with one of the most stringent European standard EN81-41: 2010. SB-200 always stops at an exact indicated position thanks to the triple braking torque system:

Electro-mechanical brake inside the motor

Electro-mechanical brake on the guides, executed by patented technology.

In case of emergency situations the lift mechanism is supplied with a manual emergency descent. Optionally, the emergency lowering mechanism may be actuated by an electric motor with a backup battery.

Technical Specifications 

Drive system: 2x Belt drive

Nominal load: 400 kg / 5 persons

Lifting speed: 0.15 m/sec (9 m/min)

Lifting height: Up to 8 meters

Number of stops (floors): Up to 5

Platform dimensions: (length x width, mm)
*other dimensions available

1100 x 1400
1070 x 1485
1150 x 1485

Shaft dimensions: (length x widths, mm)

1500 x 1460
1460 x 1540
1540 x 1540

Dimensions of the doors: (width x height, mm)
*other dimensions available

900 x 2000 (when platform is 1100 x 1400) 

940 x 2000

Dimensions of the gate: (width x height, mm)

900 x 1300 (when platform is 1100 x 1400)
940 x 1300

Configuration of the doors: Opens from left or right side, up to 3 doors per floor.

Shaft walls: Steel or tempered glass panels.

Standard colours:
*the lift can be painted in any RAL colorRAL 9010 (pure white) (for special price)
RAL 9006 (light grey aluminium)

Soft START/STOP: Standard equipment

Power supply: 220-230 V, 1 Ph, 25A 

380-400 V 3 Ph, 16A, 50 or 60 HzEngine2.2 kW

Noise level: Less than 70 dB

Control system: Micro controller

Safety equipment: Protective edge around the platform, emergency braking buttons inside the platform and in the shaft, emergency stop switches, electronic speed control, overload detectors, door opening and lock control, belt tier sensors, electronic engine management

Conformity of the European Standard EN81-41: 2010

*For other dimensions please contact our consultant.

contact us for more information.

Call: 01843 610060

Email: info@keplifts.co.uk 

KEP Lifts engineers are experiences in the repair and maintenance of Wessex platform lifts.

Wessex are a British lift manufacturers founded in 1976 that are extremely commonplace throughout the UK. KEP Lifts engineers can carry out your servicing or repair requirements. Should you require any further information, please feel free to contact us today.

Email: Info@keplifts.co.uk

Phone: 01843 610060

Please see below for a collection of other brands of platform lifts. To find the best lift for you, please contact us for more information.

Its back in Europe - This time Paris! KEP Lifts are proud to have again been chosen to carry out the lift installations for the Ryder Cup. KEP Lifts have a long history of working in the biggest sporting events in Europe - See our Facebook page for pictures of our lifts from world famous locations

The KEP-150

KEP-150 is a belt driven lift part of the Barduva range - quietest platform lift we know off on the market. No pit required and the installation can be completed in under a day. Good value, Reliable and silent. Contact us on info@keplifts.co.uk for more information on the KEP-150.

The KEP-200

KEP-200 is a screw driven lift also part of the Barduva range. While better value than some other brands - its quality is the best we have seen when it comes to screw driven platform lifts. KEP Lifts have installed many around the country - they have a good record of being reliable and low maintenance.

KEP Lifts is a leading installer of lifts for temporary structures - The range of lifts we use reflect this. They are reliable, quick to install, require far less building works than other forms of lifts and they look the part on these world stage events! These qualities also makes them ideal for your home or business.

For more information on the KEP Lifts platform lift range - Contact us on info@keplifts.co.uk

See below for pictures of lifts from the Barduva Range.

This summer is KEP lifts busiest period to date - prestigious events such as Royal Ascot are currently underway with projects in the Ryder cup, Paris to come shortly - watch this space for our latest news. 

here is a few examples of recent jobs undertaken by KEP Lifts - for more information about any of the examples below; please feel free to contact us.

NTD Platform Lift - London

To the right is an NTD lift worked on by KEP Lifts engineers. This platform is known as a 'screw' lift due to the fact the lift runs up and down a screw from a nut driven by the lift car. 

'Screw' lifts are often the cheapest type of vertical platform lift with all the advantages of a platform lifts. This type of lift is best suited for areas of occasional use. Heavy traffic areas could benifit from a hrdraulic lift. 

For a more detailed explanation on different types of platform lifts - please visit our platform lift page. alternatively our offices are always on hand to help. Tel: 01843 610060

KEP Lifts in Premier league football

KEP Lifts are proud to have worked in a large number of famous sporting venues around the country. Currently we have several teams of engineers working in a premier league football team based in London. Works include the installation of a large 'scissor' platform lift. 

(Left; the workings of the Scissor platform - finished pictures to come soon!)

Scissor lifts are an ideal form of lift to be used on a number of functions - whether this be for a goods lift, disabled access lift or even a car lift. 

KEP works closely with the market leading brand - ensuring quality and reliability at a competitive price.

We have many images of scissor lifts below; should you have any questions - do feel free to ask.

KEP lifts is a leading company within the UK for installing platform lifts in historic buildings. KEP Lifts have worked in some of the most iconic buildings across the UK - many of which are of historic and cultural importance. Below are just but a few examples of lifts installed within a historic buildings in 2018.

Fordwich Town Hall - Fordwich, Kent

Fordwich - Britain's smallest town. In our minds also one of the most picturesque. The town hall is the smallest and oldest still in use to this day. Built in 1544 during the reign of Henry VIII this building has survived and has now for the first time been made accessible to disabled visitors. KEP Lifts carried out an installation of a mylyft scissor platform lift to provide disabled external access to the town hall. Open aspect platform lifts are an ideal solution to providing safe and reliable access from distances of several steps to several metres. For more information on Open aspect Platform lifts - please visit our platform lifts page.

Gloucester cathedral - Gloucester

Originating from 678 or 679 Gloucester cathedral has stood proud over the city for many years. This historic and impressive building now houses two new mylyft open platform lifts.

Boxgrove priory - Chichester

Located just east of Chichester is a stunning church dating back to the early twelfth century. KEP lifts installed a mylyft platform in the churches entrance - providing new disabled access to all of its visitors. As with any historic building - the design of this lift has been carefully considered to compliment and not take away from the building itself. The churches painted ceilings, surrounding ruins and local landscape makes this church a must see in the eyes of us all here at KEP Lifts.

Queen Mary College - London

Platform lift installation Dating back to 1785 and teaching over 25000 students queen Mary college is ranked in the Top five universities in London. KEP lifts engineers recently carried out an installation as part of a wider development of the grand and historic entrance lobby.

KEP lifts is proud to have installed a large number of Supra Inclined platforms across Kent, Sussex and Essex so far this month making KEP Lifts a leading inclined platform lift company within the UK.. Inclined platform lifts allows for disabled access via a stairway. Due to the rail construction, inclined platform lifts are suitable for almost any type of staircase both indoors or outside.

Our recent installations have been in schools, care homes and in a new apartment complex. 

For a free, no obligation quotation - please contact us today:

Tel: 01843 610060

Advantages of owning a Inclined Platform Lift.

Ease of use

All inclined platform lifts installed by KEP have simple controls that are clear upon use. in addition to this KEP engineers always give a full tutorial on use on any completed installation.

Safety

Safety is built into all products installed by KEP Lifts - your safety is our number one concern. All inclined platform lifts installed by us have a number of features to ensure that obstructions can not cause harm to the passenger or others. Safety barriers also raise to assist the passenger in travel.

Value

Inclined stair lifts make for excellent value - often cheaper than other forms of lift when covering the same distance.

As with all installations carried out by KEP Lifts, on completion you get the following as standard:

• 1 years free warranty on all parts and labour
• 1 years free servicing as standard
• Finance options available
• Technical support

For more information, please feel free to contact us on 01843 610060

See below for pictures of other brands of inclined platforms recently completed by KEP Lifts such as the Hiro inclined Platform lift.