Person Lifts

Person Lifts Overview

Person transfer

Explore lifts designed to assist transfer between a wheelchair and vehicle seat.

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The range includes Milford and Kivi person lifts.

Different loading role

A person lift assists the person; a wheelchair hoist stores mobility equipment.

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A person is lifted using a blue seat harness from their wheelchair and into the passenger side of a VW van.

Milford Person Lift

111kg and 148kg lifting capacities available, and options for a range of slings depending on your needs.

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The Kivi person lift is shown empty, out of the passenger side door. It has a black mesh sling with three attachment points to a metal arm extended from the car.

Kivi Person Lift

A Person lift with 120kg lifting capacity that fits a wide range of vehicles.

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What is a person lift and how does it work?

A person lift is a powered device that helps transfer a person from a wheelchair into a vehicle seat. Systems like the Milford Person Lift and Kivi Person Lift use a hoist mechanism to lift and swivel the person into the vehicle, reducing physical strain on both the user and any carer assisting. If you're looking for an alternative, our swivel car seats rotate outside the vehicle to make getting in and out easier without a hoist.

Who would benefit from a person lift?

Person lifts help individuals who cannot transfer independently and carers who struggle with manual lifting. They're particularly valuable for people who can sit in a standard car seat but cannot manage the transfer from wheelchair to vehicle.

Is a person lift different from a wheelchair hoist?

Yes. A wheelchair hoist lifts the wheelchair or scooter for storage in the vehicle. A person lift helps transfer the person themselves. Some users need both: a person lift to get into the seat, and a wheelchair hoist to store their mobility equipment.