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Stairlifts   (Stairway Chairlifts, Stair Elevators, Stairglides)

A comfortable ride up and down stairs. A stairlift is a practical solution that makes your existing home work for you, so you don't have to move and leave the home you love.

A stairlift, stairglide, or stairway chairlift, is a sturdy chair assembly unit that travels up and down a steel rail that is mounted to the staircase. Stairlifts may be straight, curved, or custom-fitted to the home. For any style of stairway, Western Elevator can provide a custom solution.

Our stairlifts deliver a comfortable, secure ride, controlled with the simple touch of a button. When not in use, the seat and footrest fold in, allowing everyone in the home plenty of room to use the stairs.

Western Elevator stairlifts meet or exceed The Canadian Standard, CAN/CSA-B613-M87 Elevating Devices for the Disabled in Private Residences.

Over 20 Different Models of Stairlifts - Get the Options You Want

There are many models of stairlifts available today, and we can install the one that best suits your home and your needs. We want to take the time during the consultation process to find a solution that works for you today, and in the future. Below are some options to consider. Don't worry if there's anything you don't understand, we are happy to answer your questions and help choose the right stairlift for you.

Stairlift Mechanism

  • Rack & Pinion powered models offer a smooth ride - these are what most modern stairlifts are powered by.
  • Side-mounted Rack & Pinion - Bruno has developed a new, more durable and quiet, side-mounted rack & pinion system that redistributes the weight of the chair onto nylon rollers, using the gears just to power the movement.
  • Roller Drive or Chain & Sprocket models.
  • Cable Drives.
  • Rack & Pinion.
  • We do service existing cable-driven stairlifts.

Power Source

  • Battery-operated lifts plug-in to recharge at the top or bottom, require no additional wiring, and operate even during a power outage.

Curved or Straight Line

  • Straight line stairlifts are in-stock and available to install immediately, may be dismantled and moved to another location.
  • Curved stairlifts are custom-fit to any stairwell.

Chair Swivel & Lock at Top

  • At the top of the stairs, the seat swivels away from the stairs and locks into place for convenient dismounting.

Controls and Call Buttons

  • Wireless remote control can be used to assist others using the lift, or to send loads like laundry up the stairs.
  • Stairlift controls are mounted on the right-hand armrest. The controls may be easily moved to the left-hand armrest.
  • Call Buttons may be wall-mounted at top and bottom or used as separate remote controls

Safety Features

  • Chair movement is controlled by constant-pressure rocker switches.
  • Safety sensors detect objects in the path and safely stop the chair until the object is removed.
  • Seatbelts hold occupant securely.
  • An optional keyed lock can secure the stairlift.

Weight Capacity

  • Depending on the model, capacity ranges from 300 to 450lbs.

Fold Up Depth

  • Most stairlifts fold up to 13" to 17" depth from the wall. Some slimmer models fold up to a mere 11".

Extension Length at Top Landing

  • Rail may extend beyond the top step 0" to 14", depending on the design of the model.

Upholstery and Rail Colours

  • Seat upholstery may be available in a neutral beige or grey, or available designer colours.

Location / Useage

  • Some stairlifts may be installed outdoors or in commercial applications.

Customization

  • Chair heights and arm widths are adjustable.
  • Controls for the chair may be on the left-hand armrest or the right-hand armrest.
  • We often work with an occupational therapist to find the best solution for each individual's requirements.

Durability & Service Needs

  • We have been installing and maintaining stairlifts for years. Experience has shown us which models are the most reliable and require minimal service.

Download Product Brochures
Click the links below to view PDF brochures:

BRUNO Electra-Ride™ II Indoor Straight Rail Stairlifts

BRUNO Electra-Ride III™ Custom Curved Rail-Stairlifts

BRUNO Electra-Ride™ Elite Indoor Straight-Rail Stairlifts

Watch Videos
Click the links below to watch video brochures:

Electra-Ride™ II Indoor Straight Rail Stairlift
SRE1550

Electra-Ride III™ Custom Curved Rail-Stairlift
CRE2100

Electra-Ride™ Elite Indoor Straight-Rail Stairlift
SRE2000

Photo Gallery
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Product Lines

  • We are authorized dealers for the following stairlift manufacturers. Additional information may be found on their web sites.


www.bruno.com

www.concordelevator.com
www.savaria.com

 

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