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|The Benefits of Utilising Stairclimbers
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
For those with a disability which affects their mobility, it can be a struggle to move around their own home and as such, their standard of living may be reduced as a result. To combat this, we at K5 offer a range of products which are specifically designed to support and aid those with a disability move around a property with little or no assistance. Stairclimbers are one of our more popular products as they offer a range of benefits to the user, which is something we have gone into depth below.
Unassisted Movement
Whereas before you may have found it difficult to ascend a flight of stairs and in some instances experience high levels of pain, the stairclimber allows you to glide upstairs without pain or assistance. It is this which appeals to many, as the feeling of independence can often diminish when you rely on a family member or loved one to help you move around.
Cost Effective
Often, for those who struggle to move around their home, they end up converting the lower floors to accommodate their restricted movement or move to a bungalow. However, for some this is not a move they can afford or wish to consider, which is why stairclimbers are the perfect solution. They are considerably less expensive than adjusting or moving home, and can be easily installed in a variety of different properties.
Improved Standard of Living
It may seem like a small adjustment, but the ability to move without aid or assistance around your own home is one of the better benefits of this product, and something that we believe can dramatically improve your standard of living.
To find out more about the benefits of stairclimbers, whether you’re a homeowner or a commercial property owner, we would strongly recommend you get in touch with us. We’ll talk you through the various products available, and help you to pinpoint the one that would best suit your property, needs and lifestyle.
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Service and Maintenance for Motorised Stair Climbers
Friday, March 4th, 2011
Accessibility for disabled people can be restricted at the best of times. Building managers who facilitate motorised stair climbers are effectively ensuring that those who do suffer from limited mobility do not have to be restricted to one level. Motorised stair climbers provide a multitude of benefits for those with limited mobility and subsequently limited accessibility. However, to maintain high standards of health and safety the motorised stair climber needs to be serviced to preserve an elevated level of safety and security for the user.
As well as aiding in everyday mobility, stair climbers and evacuation aids can help in emergencies. With fire service cuts taking place all over the country, it’s more important than ever that businesses take their commitment to health and safety seriously.
As part of the service we provide, here at K5 we present our clients with a method statement and risk assessment. This assesses any potential risks and prevents the threat of them arising. Our team of extremely qualified technicians will also get in touch with you 2-4 weeks before you need a service check, so that there is no risk of your climber falling below safety standards.
Each chair carries a safety check mark detailing the engineer who carried out the service and the date on which it was carried out. This is for both your peace of mind and ours. We pride ourselves on our high level of service and realise that we provide an important product which safeguards the security and safety of the user.
An ineffective or damaged stair climber could be a recipe for disaster. Don’t let a stair climber go unchecked; ensure that you are providing a safe and effective mode of transport for those with limited mobility. In today’s society the need for innovative and safe designs has never been more important and is even being realised by students and educational bodies across the globe.
To make maintain the safety of your stair climbers, get in touch with us here at K5 today. Our technicians are trained to come out and service your stair climber to a high standard. Prevent any unnecessary accidents from occurring and phone us on 01234 354 539 for a service that will ensure your reliability and safety standards.
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Stair Lift vs. Wheelchair Lift vs. Lift Chairs
Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
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Monday, November 16, 2009
Stair Lift vs. Wheelchair Lift vs. Lift Chairs
People who find themselves with limited mobility will need to purchase a variety of pieces of equipment that help to make their lives easier. It helps if you know what it is that you are buying. There are three pieces of equipment that people commonly get confused with one another:
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