Milford Person Lift
Milford Person Lift
The Milford person lift installed by Des Gosling Mobility Derby is a transfer solution for people struggling to get in and out of their vehicle from their wheelchair or scooter. In some vehicles the arm of the lift can remain in position permanently. However, there is not always space between the seat and the inside of the door, in which case the arm has to be removed and placed somewhere else in the vehicle before the door can be shut.
The Milford person lift installed by Des Gosling Mobility Derby is a transfer solution for people struggling to get in and out of their vehicle from their wheelchair or scooter. In some vehicles the arm of the lift can remain in position permanently. However, there is not always space between the seat and the inside of the door, in which case the arm has to be removed and placed somewhere else in the vehicle before the door can be shut.
The lift is powered directly from the vehicle’s 12 volt battery, and can be fitted on either the driver or passenger side of the vehicle. The Milford lift can be fitted to all 2 and 3 door vehicles, and most 4 or 5 door vehicles including estates, people carriers and 4×4’s.
The standard lift can safely lift people weighing up to 111kg (17.5 stone). There is also an HD version available which is capable of lifting people weighing up to 148kg (23.5 stone). The sling also comes in a variety of sizes ranging from extra small to extra large.
The lift uses a sling which goes under and between the user’s legs; and once in the vehicle or your chair the sling simply detaches from the arm and can be slid out from under the user. The lift is easily powered up and down and the movement in and out is manually controlled by either the user or helper, this in/out movement is made very easy because of the three pivot points of the arm.
The arm of the lift easily dismantles into three manageable pieces (with a total weight of only 8kg) which can be stored, along with the sling, in the padded carry bag provided with the lift.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers to the questions we most regularly get asked. See our FAQs page for more or contact us team for anything more specific.
A Person Lift is effectively a hoist designed to lift a person in and out of a vehicle. It mainly comprises of a hoist arm and a sling which is used to wrap comfortably around a person.
Prices for Person lifts can vary depending on factors like the vehicle in question. Through the Motability Scheme these adaptations are also subsidised. To quickly get an accurate price please contact us on 01332 863742.
This is one of the most common questions we get asked here at Des Gosling Mobility, and the easiest way to find out is to simply contact us and ask. Our staff are familiar with these adaptations and can usually give you an answer straight away.
Most Person Lifts operate in very similar ways. There are a few differences between different make/models though. If you have never used a Person Lift before we would advise you to contact us to arrange a free demonstration, with no obligation. You can either visit us at our premises in Derbyshire or we can arrange for one of our specialists to come to your home.
The Motability Scheme provides an affordable, worry-free way for people with disabilities to lease a car, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for their mobility allowance. Des Gosling Mobility are proud to be a Motability Accredited Company which means we are fully licensed to fit vehicles with all manner of adaptations. The Scheme is operated by Motability Operations Ltd, under contract to Motability, a registered Charity.
