Hybrid lift

The Symmetry Hybrid lift looks and feels like an elevator but operates like a vertical platform lift.

The lift is installed in a shaft with swing doors on each landing, no gates on the car, and the ceiling is not load-bearing. The controls of the hybrid lift are constant pressure, so the user has complete control of the car’s movement.

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Variety of sizes and configurations

For commercial and residential settings

Commercial applications

A Hybrid Lift is a shaftway lift that has gone the extra mile. Designed in a manner to dress up a VPL, hybrid lifts look much like a residential elevator, with wood walls and ceiling and many options for control fixture finishes.

Installed in a hoistway, the hybrid is accessed through hoistway doors, and no gates are present in the system. According to code, the ceiling must be non-load-bearing, so you have the option of a breakaway wood ceiling or an egg crate ceiling.

Product benefits

The Hybrid fills a product gap between a vertical platform lift and a LULA elevator. This suite of products provides building owners with best-in-class options when looking to improve ADA access.

Visually appealing car

Wide variety of custom fixtures and interior designs similar in appearance to a residential elevator.

Trustworthy hydraulic drive

A hydraulic drive is offered for a hybrid, so travel time between floors moves at a comfortable pace.

Can be installed in a fire-rated shaft

The shaft should be fire-rated when penetrating a floor or garage into a living space.

hybrid lift with maple flat panels and brushed stainless steel fixtures and handrail

Hybrid lift options

The Symmetry Hybrid lift can be manufactured from wood or metal and tailored to your preferences. Customize the doors and car to match the style and decor of your building.

Like an elevator, the hybrid also features handrails and fixtures, such as COPs and landing controls, available in various materials and designs.

Symmetry VPL customizations

Discover the Hybrid lift

A cost-effective solution, platform lifts create convenient access without compromising architectural character. The Hybrid lift features a full-sized car and is available in many different sizes and configurations.

Learn more about the Symmetry Hybrid lifts, size variations, and the customizations available to meet your specific needs.

Hybrid features

A hybrid is typically available at a lower price point than a commercial elevator and is favored for settings like churches and small office buildings.

Hybrid Lift with showing door closed with stainless steel fixtures

Full-height car

hybrid lift in building with wood panels showing door open

Non-load bearing ceiling

Optional features and finishes

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Wheelchair elevators

Wheelchair lifts are an accessibility device which provides versatility for use in either commercial or residential applications. They are designed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and come in a variety of configurations to accommodate the need of almost any location.

Hybrid lift 90 degree Dark Oak Stain on Birch

Safety features

Emergency stop switch and alarm
Grab rail
Landing interlocks
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for car lowering and automatic gate operation (if provided) in the event of power failure
Manual lowering
Rupture valve (Type “C” Safety)

FAQ

Find more answers

What is the difference between a wheelchair lift and a vertical platform lift?
A vertical platform lift is a specific type of wheelchair lift. Vertical platform lifts have a platform which travels straight up and down, as opposed to an incline such as a staircase. The vertical platform lifts from Cibes Symmetry are available for residential or commercial use. Commercial vertical platform lifts are approved in the ADA Accessibility Guidelines as a means to provide unassisted entry and exit from buildings, service or recreational facilities.
How fast can a vertical platform lift travel?
The speed of a vertical platform lift is dependent on the drive type used. Symmetry Vertical Platform Lifts have drives available with speeds from ten (10) feet per minute to twenty (20) feet per minute.
Can I use a vertical platform lift like an elevator in my home?
Yes, but vertical platform lifts do operate very differently. A vertical platform lift uses a constant pressure system, which means you will need to press and hold the control button in order for the lift to operate. There are applications that may make sense for the vertical platform lift over an elevator, but it is advised to have an authorized Cibes Symmetry dealer evaluate your specific uses and needs to determine the best lift type and product for you.