Platform Lifts For Nursing Homes
Reliable lifts for hospitals, clinics and care homes
Our Healthcare Lifts
Safe, reliable, and dignified access for every resident.
At Alliance Platform Lifts, we supply and install platform lift solutions for nursing homes designed to support mobility, independence, and day-to-day care. Our lifts are carefully specified to provide smooth, dependable operation while meeting the practical demands of care environments and maintaining a calm, reassuring experience for residents, staff, and visitors alike.
APL Elite Cabin Lift
Up to 18m travel · Up to 500kgView specification →
APL Hydraulic Platform Lift
Up to 7m travel · 400kgView specification →
APL Traction Platform Lift
Up to 15m travel · 500kgView specification →
APL Prestige Platform Lift
Up to 3m travel · 500kg standard – higher capacities availableView specification →
APL Screw-Driven Platform Lift
Up to 13m travel · Up to 500kgView specification →
APL Inclined Platform Lift
Follows the stairs · Up to 300kgView specification →
A finish to suit every space
From glazed and mirrored panels to bespoke colours and lighting, every healthcare lift is finished to match the property it’s installed in.
Case studies
Healthcare lifts in action
The library wanted a reliable, discreet lift that would blend into its traditional interior, set within a new glass atrium that lets in natural light and gives visitors a scenic ride.
We have used Alliance Platform Lifts on various projects over the last 3-4 years and we find them to be professional, punctual and very forward thinking. No problem is too great and the communication at both tender and post installation stage is second to none. We will continue to use APL’s services on any future platform or cabin lift projects we have.Daniel Griffin · Google review
I am so pleased with the service from everyone at alliance platform lifts, they have been so professional and helpful throughout the whole process, would highly recommend!Max Ball · Google review
outstanding service, very pleased with the product and the process from quoting to after sales care. Highly recommended!Kenton Mitchell · Google review
Polite, quick, good service. Quick installation. Helpful staff.Jerry Peters · Google review
Outstanding service from Alliance would 100% recommendAG Detail · Google review
10/10 experience. Highly recommend!Josh · Google review
Our Healthcare lifts
Whether you operate a hospital, clinic, or care home, Alliance Platform Lifts provides a comprehensive range of high-quality, long-lasting lift solutions designed to meet the demands of healthcare environments. Our portfolio includes both platform lifts and cabin platform lifts, offering safe, reliable access for patients, residents, staff, and visitors, while supporting dignity, comfort, and ease of movement throughout the building. Our APL Heavy-Duty Cabin Lift with internal dimensions of up to 1,700mm x 1,500mm and 1,500kg capacity provides the ideal solution for a low pit, low headroom bed lift, stretcher lift or general goods/passenger lift.
Behind the scenes, we also design and install goods lifts that help healthcare facilities operate efficiently. From transporting essential medical equipment and supplies to moving meals, linen, and waste, a dependable goods lift plays a vital role in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations.
Benefits of Lifts in Hospitals, Care Homes and Clinics
Alliance Platform Lifts has extensive experience delivering safe, compliant lift solutions for healthcare environments, including NHS hospitals, private clinics, and care homes across London, Essex, Kent, Hertfordshire, Sussex, and Surrey. Installing the right lift plays a vital role in supporting patient care, staff efficiency, and day-to-day operations.
The benefits of installing lifts in healthcare buildings include:
- Improved health and safety, reducing manual handling risks and supporting safer patient movement
- Enhanced accessibility, providing dignified, step-free access for patients, residents, visitors, and wheelchair users
- Fast, reliable operation, essential in time-critical NHS and healthcare environments
- Bespoke, regulation-compliant solutions, tailored to the specific operational and clinical needs of each facility
Bespoke Healthcare Lifts
Depending on the type of healthcare facility, it’s likely that you’ll have a wide range of needs, requirements and preferences that will need to be taken into consideration.From ensuring that the dimensions of your lift accommodate stretchers to considering the sensory elements of the interior design, our lifts are tailored to suit the specific needs of your healthcare building. We can also make doors wider and lower cabin button lifts.
Our team will spend time getting to know you, your building and your needs to design the perfect lift solution for you. Our dedicated projects team will then get to work to ensure that the installation process runs smoothly.
Complete Turnkey Service
To ensure a smooth and efficient project, Alliance Platform Lifts provides a full turnkey service for healthcare lift installations. From initial consultation and specialist surveys through to all associated building works, electrical installation, lift fitting, commissioning, and aftercare, our experienced team manages every stage of the process. This single-point approach reduces disruption, ensures compliance, and delivers a dependable lift solution that healthcare providers can rely on with confidence.
Lift Aftercare Services for Care Homes, Hospitals and Clinics
Here at Alliance Platform Lifts, not only are we pleased to offer a wide range of lifts that cater to varying needs in healthcare establishments but we also offer a fantastic 24/7 aftercare service too.
Platform Lift Installation for Healthcare Establishments
Looking for a trusted lift company experienced in healthcare environments? Alliance Platform Lifts specialises in improving accessibility within hospitals, clinics, and care homes, delivering expertly installed platform lift solutions across London, Essex, Kent, Hertfordshire, Sussex, and Surrey.
For further information or to request a quotation, please contact us to speak to an experienced member of our team.
The regulations that apply to a healthcare lift depend on your building, how it is used and the model you choose. Depending on your project, requirements can include the Equality Act 2010, Part M of the Building Regulations, BS EN 81-41, BS 6440 and the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
If you need help with the regulations for your project, ask one of our experts. We will explain what applies and recommend a healthcare lift to suit.
ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 accredited, SafeContractor approved, LEIA members and Constructionline Gold.
How it happens
Support every step of the way
From the first site survey to long-term servicing, one team looks after your healthcare lift at every stage.
Design & Planning
A specialist site survey, then design and specification matched to your building and how it will be used.
Installation
Our projects team checks every detail of the preparatory works, whether by your builders or ours, so installation runs smoothly.
Maintenance
Service and maintenance plans keep your lift running safely and reliably, backed by a 24/7 emergency call-out service.
Healthcare lift questions
Answers to the questions we are asked most often. Can’t find what you need? Call 01206 803 132.
Do I have enough space in my property for a lift?
With a product range that’s designed around versatility, we can build a platform lift that’s crafted specifically to your requirements and the space you have available. Give us a call today to discuss your needs.
What is the maximum weight that can be carried?
The standard weight capacity for a vertical platform lift is 400kg. The maximum weight capacity for our lifts is 1,500kg, therefore we can tailor our solution to meet your specific requirements.
What headroom (height above the top floor) is required?
The required headroom varies for each lift model, however, this is usually somewhere between 2,200mm and 2,300mm for our vertical platform lifts and 2,600mm/2,700mm for our APL Elite Cabin Lift and APL Heavy-Duty Cabin Lift complete with automatic sliding doors and single press operation.
What is the maximum travel (floor height) of a vertical lift?
The maximum travel of our vertical lifts varies for each model, however, the maximum for our range is 18m.
Do all the doors need to be on the same side as each other?
No. Our lifts offer a high level of configurational flexibility and can be specified with multiple entry and exit arrangements to suit the building layout and access requirements. Available configurations include:
Single entry (access and exit from the same side)
Through car (entry on one side and exit directly opposite)
Adjacent entry (entry and exit at 90 degrees)
Three-sided entry (access available from three sides of the lift)
These options allow the lift to be integrated efficiently into complex floor plans while supporting safe, convenient circulation within both residential and commercial buildings.
What if my property is a grade listed building?
Can we have wooden doors to match our existing doors?
Can we fit a platform lift through the centre of a stairwell?
What is the maximum speed of a vertical platform lift?
The maximum legal speed is 0.15 metres per second.
Can I have sliding doors on a vertical platform lift?
Do we need a pit to have a vertical platform lift or home lift fitted?
No – although we prefer a small pit (between 60mm and 120 mm deep), we can easily fit a small ramp if this is not possible.
Will you carry out the required builders work?
We can either work with your chosen builder or we can carry out all the work ourselves. Our complete turn key solution keeps project timing to a minimum and our dedicated Project Manager will keep you informed at every stage of the process.
Can I fit a platform lift in an existing shaft?
How long does it take to install a vertical platform lift?
The lead time from order through to installation can vary depending on the product. In some urgent cases we have manufactured and installed lifts within a few weeks! The fitting process again depends on the type of lift but most installations generally take between 2 and 5 days, depending on the complexity of the project.
Do I need three phase power?
No – all of our platform lifts run off single phase 240v power supply. For the heavier duty requirements – 1,000kg+ three phase power will be required.
What if I get stuck in the lift?
All of our vertical platform lifts come with battery-powered emergency lowering, which will slowly lower the platform to the ground floor in the event of a power outage. In addition, all our lifts are fitted with an emergency communication device directly linked to our 24/7 service and maintenance team.
