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Shaftway lift

Primarily utilized to provide an accessibility solution when a shaftway is already in place.

A shaftway vertical platform lift is designed for enclosed shaftway applications in public and private facilities at travel heights up to 168″. 

Made in the U.S.A.

Indoor or outdoor use

For commercial or residential settings

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Accessible and visually discreet

A shaftway model is installed in an enclosure that is integral to the building. The benefit of a shaftway lift is that the lift enclosure can be made to blend into the environment, removing visual distractions.

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Options and customizations

Cibes Symmetry offers a range of design options that provide convenient access where you need it and seamlessly blend into the aesthetic of your building. 

With a variety of custom paint colors to choose from, you can ensure that your shaftway lift will perfectly complement any architectural design.

Symmetry VPL customizations
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Fire-rated shaft

The Symmetry Shaftway lift can be installed in a fire-rated shaft.

When penetrating a floor or from a garage to a living space, the shaft should be fire-rated

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Several drive options

The Shaftway VPL has several drive options:

  • Acme Screw Drive: 10 fpm, 1.5 HP, 115 VAC
  • Accelerated Acme Screw Drive: 20 fpm, 1.5 HP, 115 VAC
  • Chain Hydraulic Drive: 17-20 fpm, 3 HP, 115 VAC

Specifications and model details

Technical information

  • Installation:Indoor/Outdoor
  • Rated load:750 lbs
  • Power supply:115 VAC/25A/1 PH, 230VAC/15A/1 PH (not available for Hydraulic)
  • Speed:10 FPM (20 FPM for Accelerated Acme and Hydraulic)
  • Min headroom:80"
  • Lift pit:3" pit or 0" with Access Ramp
  • Drive system:Standard Acme Screw, Accelerated Acme Screw, or Chain Hydraulic
  • Max travel:168"
  • Max number of stops:4
  • Lift controls:Constant Pressure (Hold to Run)
  • Motor Power:1 1/2 HP (3 HP for Hydraulic)
  • Machine room:Self Contained
  • Door configuration:Same side, Straight Through, 90 Degree, 3 Opening
  • Directives and standards:ASME A18.1

Complete specifications and lift sizes

Check out the full Complete specifications and model details of Symmetry Shaftway.

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