Kalea Luna
Kalea Luna is the first of a new generation of space-saving and energy-efficient wheelchair lifts. Discover an elegant and ergonomic lift with an intuitive and innovative design that enables it to adapt to almost any setting.
Wheelchair Lifts
Kalea Wheelchair Lifts
Kalea offers a wide range of space-saving and beautiful wheelchair lifts. All our accessibility lifts are type certified by the notified body Liftinstituut. Our lifts are also CE marked and comply with the Machinery Directive 2006/EC, as well as with all relevant European Safety and Accessibility Standards.
Wheelchair-accessible lift sizes
Speaking in general terms, wheelchair lifts should have a platform size of at least 1000 x 1200 mm (w x d) according to the UN. That works for for wheelchair lifts in residential buildings. But according to European Standards, the platform needs to be at least 900 x 1400 mm (w x d) for public and commercial spaces. We invite your to explore our wide range of lift models in wheelchair-friendly sizes.
Kalea Atmos
Kalea Atmos is a space-efficient and wheelchair-accessible lift with a timeless, Scandinavian look. This lift model comes in 3 different design concepts and offers you a wide range of lift sizes and practical accessories and options.
Kalea A4 Primo
Kalea A4 Primo is a robust lift with a classic look that comes in a wide range of lift sizes. If you are looking for a stylish, functional, and wheelchair-friendly platform lift, this could be the ideal lift alternative for you.
Outdoor Lift
The Kalea outdoor lift is a platform lift with a design that can endure almost any weather conditions. Available in 2 wheelchair-friendly sizes, this is the perfect choice if you do not want to lose any of your indoor space.
What is a Wheelchair Lift?
Simply put, a wheelchair lift is a vertical platform or cabin lift with the capacity to transport a person in a wheelchair. Such lifts are designed to be user-friendly and to meet accessibility standards. Wheelchair elevators exist in a wide range of brands, sizes and designs. Thanks to their universal usability, vertical elevators add greater value to a building than stairlifts or inclined platform lifts. That makes perfect sense when you think about it. While stairlifts are designed exclusively for people with mobility impairement, wheelchair lifts are designed for everyone.
Why Invest in Accessibility?
According to WHO (World Health Organization), more than one billion people, or 15% of the world population, live with some form of disability. In addition, accessibility is included as one of the fundamental rights in the Bill of Human Rights to guarantee everyone free mobility and equal access to activities and services.
Buying a wheelchair elevator for a public or commercial building opens your establishment to a wider client base. That is not only good for business but also socially sustainable. The same win-win situation is also true for homeowners, given that purchasing a residential lift both increases property value and makes all the floors of your home accessible.
What type of wheelchair lift is best for you?
What type of wheelchair elevator is best for you, ultimately depends on your needs and the accessibility requirements of your building. There are many good wheelchair-friendly lift alternatives available in the market. However, different lift types have different advantages. Below we explain some of the most important differences between them to help guide your choice.
Wheelchair platform lifts
Lift size is key when you choose a wheelchair-friendly lift. We recommend a platform size of at least 900 x 1400 mm for a public or commercial building and for a private home, a platform size of at least 1000 x 1200 mm. According to European safety standards, the platform controls are with hold-to-run (constant pressure), while the landing controls operate with automatic drive (one-touch).
Cabin Lifts for Wheelchairs
To accommodate for a wheelchair, we recommend a cabin size of at least 1100 x 1400 mm for public and commercial establishments. For your home, on the other hand, a cabin size of 1100 x 1200 mm or 900 x 1400 mm may be enough. A cabin lift offers you the comfort of telescopic sliding doors and comes with automatic drive (one-touch), both inside the cabin and on the landings, as standard.
Outdoor Lifts for Wheelchairs
No space inside the building? Then our outdoor lifts are a space-saving alternative. Our outdoor platform lifts exist in two wheelchair-friendly sizes and come fully equipped to handle almost any weather conditions. According to European safety standards, the platform controls operate with hold-to-run (constant pressure), while the landing controls operate with automatic drive (one-touch).
Platform Lifts for Mobility Scooters
Some mobility scooters are too big to fit comfortably in our standard platform lifts, but we have a solution for that too. The Kalea A4 Mille can take up to 1000 kg and comes in platform sizes from 1105 x 2180 mm to 1405 x 2480 mm. Platform controls are with hold-to-run (constant pressure) and landing controls with automatic drive (one-touch).
Cabin Lifts for Mobility Scooters
If you are looking for a comfortable and luxurious accessibility solution that can accommodate a mobility scooter, the Kalea C1 Futura is a great alternative. Designed to be fitted in a masonry shaft our largest lift cabin is 1100 x1700 mm. This lift model comes with sliding doors and automatic drive (one-touch) for both cabin and landing controls.
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Looking for Some Wheelchair-friendly Advice?
Finding the perfect lift for your accessibility needs, may seem tricky at first. However, all you need to do to get started is take some measurements and ask yourself the right questions. We have shortlisted some hands-on advice to make it easier to evaluate your needs and possibilities.
Wheelchair Lifts: Practical Advice
- Measure your wheelchair – width (including wheels) and lenght (including footrests) + 10 cm to determine how big the elevator needs to be.
- Measure the space in front the lift on each landing (you need about 1,5 x 1,5 m to turn a wheelchair).
- Can you handle hold-to-run operation (constant pressure on the buttons to travel)? Or do you need a lift with automatic (one-touch) drive?
- Think about what options and accessories you may need: Automatic door openers and remote elbow buttons make calling and accessing the lift much easier. Voice announcement, level indicators or a lap-held remote control are examples of other useful options. You are welcome to contact us at any time for personal advice!
Elbow Button
The call button is placed a few metres away from the lift so that you can easily access the lift without backing away when the doors open. The button is typically activated with the elbow, hence the name elbow button.
Level indicator
Level indicators can be placed on the platform and/or on the lift doors. They tell you when the lift has arrived to your floor but also in what direction the lift is travelling (up/down) when the lift is in use.
Lap-held Remote Control
The lap-held remote control is wireless and workswith infrared (IR) technology. Thanks to its large buttons and programmable functions, this remote controls makes it easy and comfortable travel with the lift.
Why Buy a Wheelchair Lift by Kalea?
If you are looking for a fast and hassle-free accessibility solution, a lift by Kalea is a great choice. While conventional elevators may take many months to manufacture and several weeks to build, a vertical platform lift by Kalea can be delivered in just 3-4 weeks and installed in as little as 2-3 days.
Space-efficient Wheelchair Elevators
Because our lifts require neither lift pit, top machinery, nor a separate machine room, they have a much smaller footprint than conventional elevators and need much less building work.
All-inclusive Lift Concept
Thanks to our all-inclusive, ready-made concept, lifts by Kalea are manufactured, delivered and installed a lot faster than conventional elevators. Most lift models even include the lift shaft!
Lift Safety Features
All our lifts come with full safety equipment. For example, all lift models include a battery-driven emergency lowering system operated from the inside. This is to ensure that you will always be able to evacuate the lift, without outside help, in case of a power outage.
In addition, we also offer locking systems, such as tag locks to limit the access to certain floors, or child locks. Watch the video about our smart child lock, or contact us for more information!
Lift Buyer's Guide
Buying a wheelchair elevator may seem daunting at first, but our Lift Buyer’s Guide makes it easy. Just check out our guide that will take you through every step of the buying process!
Build Your Lift
Your lift should match your needs for accessibility but also your unique sense of style. Find the perfect design with the Kalea Lift Configurator.
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