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Trends and issues in platform lifts

Author: Balmer, David C.
Year: 2003
Type: Web Page

Abstract:

In this paper the author reviews the currently available short-range vertical transportation and elevation change technology for manual and powered wheelchairs, electric scooters and other wheeled devices. Changes in codes and standards, particularly for platform lifts, are discussed in a commercial and public building environment.


Further Details

Volume 2004
Issue 8 April
Accession Number 8.4.04
Research Notes Electronic copy added 26/08/2013
Keywords mobilityassistive deviceliftregulation compliance

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