Recently a customer asked me how much does it costs to power one of our stairlifts. The technical information provided on product packaging usually informs the reader of ‘kWh’ and/or power ratings but what does that actually mean? And how much does it equate to in money terms alongside average electricity prices? I decided to find out. It’s often the topic of conversation around the dinner table – How much money are we spending using our household appliances and gadgets? Working out how much power something consumed using only the technical information given on the boxes and manuals can be complicated. The simplest way of understanding how much power our stairlift products use is to compare them to appliances and technology we use every day. To start you should know that power consumption is measured in kilo watts per hour (kWh), which basically means how many watts something uses to be powered on.a refrigerator typically uses 0.035 kWh (35 watts per hour) and is on 24 hours a day.
Other examples can be seen below. Average data usage information from frequencycast.co.uk You’ll find some devices seem much higher but it is important to keep in mind that this is all relative to the amount of time you spend using them per day. After all, a stairlift wouldn’t be used constantly all day. The Access BDD HomeGlide stairlift uses less than 0.024 kWh. That’s around 24 watts per hour, which is significantly less than many domestic household appliances. A quick Google search revealed that electricity prices are currently about 15p per kWh. That means for every hour a HomeGlide stairlift is in operation it costs just short of 4p!AmeriGlide Stair Lifts, Vertical Lifts, Wheelchair Lifts, Dumbwaiters and ElevatorsAmeriGlide is the recognized leader in stair lifts, vertical lifts, and wheelchair lifts on the Internet. Americans looking for lift solutions have come to rely on our quality, reliability, support, service, and price. Our professional staff has the knowledge and expertise to help guide you through the entire process of determining which stair lift, vertical lift, or wheelchair lift is best suited for your needs.
Starting at $1,599.00Weight capacity: 300 lb.Installation Included: NoSelf Installable: YesCall Station: WirelessSafety Sensors: Yes Starting at $1,349.00Weight capacity: 350 lb.Installation Included: NoSelf Installable: YesCall Station: WirelessSafety Sensors: Yes Starting at $1,199.00Weight capacity: 350 lb.Installation Included: NoSelf Installable: YesCall Station: WiredSafety Sensors: Yes AmeriGlide Curved Stair Lifts Starting at $6,294.00Weight capacity: 264 lb.Installation Included: YesSelf Installable: NoCall Station: WirelessSafety Sensors: Yes View All AmeriGlide Stair LiftsStarting at $3,895.00view all productsVertical Platform Lifts are used primarily for lifting persons with physical disabilities from the ground up to the main floor of their home or business.Starting at $3,763.00view productUnlike any other dumbwaiter, the Ameriglide Express Dumbwaiter uses a special drive train and track system that makes it easier to install and economical to own.
Pool LiftStarting at $3,475.00view productFully submersibleSealed hand controlEasy removal for seasonal storageRemovable controls to eliminate unauthorized useStarting at $415.00view all productsOur AmeriGlide Wheelchair Lifts are the highest in quality and durability. We offer many ways to find the lift that will work for your combination of vehicle and wheelchair or scooter.Starting at $3,500.00view all productsEasily get in and out of tubs with a bath lift. Our bath lifts are easy to use, install, and maintain.Starting at $737.00view all productsThe newest line of products to the AmeriGlide family is our walk-in tubs. More than a dozen options in 7 different sizes.Lift ChairsStarting at $499.00view all productsMobility ScootersStarting at $649.99view all productsStarting at $11,857.00view all productsSecond floor master bedroom? An elevator may be the right solution to help make your life a lot easier and safer.Welcome to Premier Lifts We are an ISO 9001:2008 registered company, specialising in ‘Part M’ compliance and offer the Republic of Ireland’s and Northern Ireland’s largest range of Platform Lifts, Wheelchair Lifts and disabled access lifts which we design, supply, install and guarantee.
We have a well earned reputation for looking after our customers and their purchases and provide service, Lift Maintenance, emergency service and repairs. Each of our clients has a specific need and for each of these we find an individual and precise solution. Our customer base is extensive and full of satisfied customers, both at home and internationally. With a combination of the most advanced range of Platform Lifts available anywhere and a lean system not only do we offer prices that simply cannot be beaten, but we also provide architects and end-users a wide range of options to make their lift a stunning architectural feature. In recent years the demand for platform lifts has increased dramatically, in most part due to the introduction of the Disability & Discrimination Act in the UK and also across the globe, and with it has come an evolution in design. Gone are the days when a platform lift would always look exactly as it’s name suggests; you can now specify a solution that is indistinguishable from the highest specification passenger lifts but with a price and ease of installation that calls for it to be considered as a primary choice.
We pride ourselves with a full working knowledge of access requirements for the building industry and we will always assume that your requirements are for a ‘Part M’ solution unless you tell us otherwise. This ensures that you will always have the peace of mind that your lift is the right lift for the project, fulfilling all requirements not only regarding cost, energy efficiency, aesthetics and reliability but also compliance with all aspects of legislation. Part M and EN 81:41 compliant disabled Platform Lifts that solve all access issues Functional & beautiful Home Lifts for your personal access requirements Bespoke Lift solutions that will satisfy your custom Platform Lift needs Goods & Service Lifts Goods Lifts and Service Lifts available in load capacities of 5kg to 20,000kg >>Goods & Service LiftsLast Updated: 2015-02-26Jump to:Sub CategoriesDefinitionFactsPublicationsPrintSynopsis: Information on adaptive vehicle products including automotive hand controls allowing seniors and people with a disability to drive.
An automobile adapted for ease of use by people with disabilities. Today automobiles, whether a car, truck, or a van, can be adapted for a range of physical disabilities. Foot pedals can be raised, or replaced with hand-controlled devices. Automotive adaptive hand controls also make it possible to adjust acceleration as well braking.The introduction of new technology continues to broaden opportunities for people with disabilities to drive vehicles with hand controls and adaptive automotive products and devices. As we're all unique, one specific product rarely suits the needs of everyone. This is true when it comes to mobility vehicles as every person with a mobility issue has individual requirements and will need specific features to make them feel confident and comfortable when they drive.In recent years, technological advances have introduced automotive adaptive devices which either reduce the physical effort required to control and/or operate a vehicle or alter the way in which driver control initiatives are applied to the vehicle control systems.
These adaptive devices provide the possibility of driving a vehicle for many drivers with disabilities.There are two main types of automotive adaptive controls, those that provide an external source of power to actuate existing vehicle controls and those that modify OEM components to alter the operation of vehicle control systems. Generally, these are referred to as servo-type motion control systems and reduced effort or zero effort control systems, respectively.Adaptive vehicle control products are commonly prescribed by rehabilitation centers and installed by mobility equipment dealers and installers who specialize in vehicle modifications for persons with disabilities, seniors, and persons who have a need for greater mobility.Driver rehabilitation specialists perform comprehensive evaluations to identify the adaptive equipment most suited to your needs. They assess the type of seating needed and the person's ability to exit and enter the vehicle. They provide advice on the purchase of modified vehicles and recommend appropriate wheelchair lifts or other equipment for a vehicle you own.
The use of wheelchair car and van hand controls usually requires the driver to take and pass a special training class which educates on the nuances of driving with the controls.The costs associated with modifying a vehicle vary greatly. A new vehicle modified with adaptive equipment can cost from $20,000 to $80,000. Therefore, whether you are modifying a vehicle you own or purchasing a new vehicle with adaptive equipment, it pays to investigate public and private opportunities for financial assistance. There are however programs that help pay part or all of the cost of vehicle modification, depending on the cause and nature of the disability.Other adaptive vehicle controls include:Car adaptations for the disabled include hand controls that are designed to correspond to the natural hand-arm movement of the driver: pull the control back, push down, or use a twist grip to accelerate, push it forward to brake. There are many hand controls available such as an easy use handbrake which is ideal if you find squeezing and pulling the handbrake lever difficult.
Left foot accelerator adaptations for automatic vehicles provide an accelerator pedal to either side of the brake pedal. The left foot accelerator consists of two hinged pedals connected by a cable or mechanical rods. They are set up in such a way as to ensure it is only possible to have one of the pedals down at any time.Extended indicator arms for ease of use operating a vehicles turn signal.Steering wheel spinner knobs and devices for one hand control of the steering wheel for vehicles with power steering. Sure Grip hand control users use a push/rock style of driving with products specifically designed to give drivers the benefit of controlling a vehicle with both hands on the wheel for a safer, smoother driving experience.Swivel Seats - Among other advantages, swivel transfer seats provide drivers with disabilities the ability to easily transfer from their wheelchair in the center section of a van to the driver position. The swivel seat base is usually electronically controlled using actuators and gears that slide the seat backward and forward, and there are swivel up and down controls.
Turny/Turny Orbit - This revolutionary system for higher vehicles provides easy access to an automotive seat. The seat rotates, comes out of the vehicle, and lowers toward the ground, eliminating the climbing and twisting normally required to enter a higher vehicle.Reduced effort braking systems, gas or brake pedal extensions and many other adaptive vehicle solutions for drivers with restricted capabilities or prosthetics.Portable hand controls are available for the paraplegic or amputee with a need for a car or van hand control that can be conveniently carried as luggage. Portable hand controls install in an automatic transmission vehicle in minutes. These hand controls are designed for use by individuals with normal upper body strength and coordination. Hand motions are pull to accelerate, push to brake. As with all hand controls, power brakes and steering are a must.One option available for some drivers is to install electronically assisted hand controls. This technology has revolutionized how people in wheelchairs approach driving.
EMC offers two types of controls. Primary Controls manage gas, brakes, and steering while the Secondary Driving Controls manufactured by EMC are designed to operate vehicle functions other than Gas, Brake and Steering.If you use a wheelchair then it's likely that you'll need to store the chair while you're driving so you can use it at your destination. Modifications which could make the process easier including installing a ramp to the rear of the car to make loading the wheelchair into the rear space much easier.Other alternatives include rear hoists which can lift wheelchairs into the back of most cars and will give you more independence as you may not need others to help lift the chair with you. If space in the rear of your car is limited you could decide to have a rooftop hoist and storage solution installed. These gadgets mechanically lift a manual wheelchair up from ground level and securely store it in a storage rack unit on top of your car. When you get to your destination your wheelchair can simply be lowered again at the touch of a button.