Ideal Lifts Range

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The Ideal Solution

Ideal Lifts Limited specialise in the installation of passenger lifts designed for offsite construction and other Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), as well as traditional build projects we provide complete solutions which include our innovative Ideal Lifts Frame System.

At Ideal Lifts Limited we pride ourselves on our straight forward and friendly approach combined with innovation and excellent customer service. Established in 2003, we have many years’ experience in the lift industry, with people who want to ‘do things differently’.

Lifts for Timber Frame Buildings

Timber Frame

Lifts for Light Gauge Steel Buildings

Light Gauge Steel

Lifts for Modular Buildings

Modular

Frame mounted (OFFSITE) lifts benefit from:

Speeds up construction to deliver the project earlier to the market
Removes reliance on expensive skilled labour on site
Cost certainty with no waste
Very light weight compared to heavy concrete shafts vastly reducing foundation costs
Ideal lift frame includes for everything required for lift installation, all lifting beams, pit ladder and does not require scaffolding, building in of specialist inserts along with many other benefits
Enables our clients to provide a much-simplified lift shaft which is designed for OFFSITE manufacture, with fire lining that can be completed prior to site assembly, no on site cutting and patching required
Requiring no landing rebates, simplifying construction on and OFFSITE maintaining full fire integrity

Lifts for Masonry Buildings

Masonry

All frame mounted and masonry lift installations benefit from:

Smallest most compact overall lift footprints in the industry
One delivery, reduces site journeys for improved air quality and lower environmental impact
Full range of CAD designs available
Full range of standard & contemporary lift finishes and options
Alternative options including single phase power supply
All new automatic remote monitoring (ARM) system, enabling “app based” monitoring OFFSITE

Ideal Lifts specialise in offsite passenger lift solutions for modern methods of construction (MMC) including timber frame, light gauge steel (LGS) and modular methods of building.

The Ideal Lifts Frame System is an innovative stand-alone structure that negates the need for traditional concrete lift shaft construction. Smarter than traditional construction, its unique design ensures that that only a standard lift shaft is required. We understand about build time and budget, which is why our aim is to offer cost effective and time reducing solutions.

By engaging with Ideal Lifts early in the design process you will benefit from our expert technical design experience to ensure you get the best fit passenger lift to meet your needs. We offer additional options for your choice of design finishes or technical capabilities available to suit your specific passenger lift requirements.

Our passenger lifts range are suitable for a variety of applications, with experience in all sectors including special expertise in residential and new build apartments, student accommodation and group care homes, we are here to work with you for all your passenger lift requirements.

Our Models

A range of car sizes and door configurations from single entry to through car and adjacent openings are available across the range. Vandal-resistant and fire-fighting specifications are also available, further enhancing the breadth and design capacity of the range.

IL2

The IL2 hybrid design offers much of the functionality of a conventional passenger lift, with a fully enclosed cabin and automatic ‘one touch’ controls. The IL2 is designed to fit in only a 150mm pit and 2800mm headroom. In keeping with EN81-41 the IL2 has a drive system designed for low use where speed is not an issue.

IL3-E

The IL3 Eco-Drive motor room-less (MRL) gearless traction drive passenger lift is ideal for low or medium rise buildings and for moderate use. It’s a perfect cost-effective and energy efficient solution for your project. Our IL3 ensures a smooth safe ride with low noise, using 35% less electricity and can achieve 2 BREEAM credits. A low EN81-20 compliant pit depth can be provided reducing material and construction costs.

IL4

The IL4 passenger lift range is for larger buildings and busy environments – to carry people higher and faster. Fitted with a premium variable speed motor room-less (MRL) gearless traction drive, and can achieve 2 BREEAM credits. Our IL4 passenger lifts offer safety, reliability and choice in equal measures. A low EN81-20 compliant pit depth can be provided reducing material and construction costs.

Click on the link below to see the benefits of the IL3 Eco-Drive

Essential Car

Our most popular choice of finish. The essential car is robust yet stylish and being of standard design is our cost effective choice.

Internal Car Design

Side and Back Wall	Satin steel lacquered effect
Front Wall Panel and Header	Satin stainless steel
Control Console	Satin stainless steel
Car Doors	Satin stainless steel
Handrail	Satin stainless steel
Ceiling	White with LED down-lighters
Floor	Recessed for finishing by others or grey anti slip floor by Ideal Lifts
Mirror	Half height and full width to rear wall
Digital Displays and Button Illumination	LCD Mini

Click on the link below to see a 360 degree video of the internal car design

Why Choose Ideal Lifts?

Fast Track Programme

Need a lift in a hurry? With pre-manufactured passenger lifts the Ideal Lifts Fast Track Programme allows you to reduce lead times. Contact our Commercial Team to discuss your needs.

Innovation

We continuously strive to improve, incorporating new technologies to bring our customers better products and services which meet their diverse needs.

Experience

With over 300 years combined experienced in the lift industry our team can assist with all aspects of lift design, installation, testing, servicing and maintenance.

Customer Service

We pride ourselves on a straight forward, friendly and professional approach combined with excellent customer service, at Ideal Lifts we believe in going that extra mile for our customers.

Choice

An extensive choice of solutions for a varied scope of applications including residential, care homes, education, commercial, retail and leisure. With a range of quality and contemporary finishes available our customers are able to combine style, colour and material choices to suit their building style.

Quality Products and Services

We source from approved suppliers to provide complete frame and wall mounted passenger lift solutions. Our procurement strength ensures the process is efficient for our customers. Our service capability includes installation, commissioning and servicing including training of client personnel if required.

Safety and Compliance

With an excellent history in safety, supported by our individual project reviews to ensure safe systems of work are implemented at all times protecting both our staff and clients. All our products are of high quality, safe and reliable. They comply with current Statutory Regulations, (including European Standards) and those covering Health and Safety (H&S), and Construction Design and Management (CDM).

Partnering Approach

People are the core of our business, and we believe in the value of collaborative relationships. At Ideal Lifts, we pride ourselves on offering a partnership approach in which we view ourselves as part of the build team rather than an external supplier. We appreciate the benefits of long-term supplier relationships, helping our customers to reduce overall costs, increasing efficiency and communication, reducing pricing volatility and supply chain consolidation.