Inside a church or other place of worship, there are a number of areas where accessibility is critical. While it may seem like a difficult task, providing access to those that are mobility impaired is not as complicated as it may sound and there are a number of options available.
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Constructing the Elevator Shaft
When working on a project which includes a home elevator or limited use limited application elevator, understanding the anatomy of the structure will assist in seamless construction. Whether an elevator is to be installed immediately or the elevator shaft (or hoistway) is being installed for an elevator to be added in the future, a comprehensive understanding of the components is necessary.
Read MoreThe Many Applications of a LU/LA Elevator
The Limited Use, Limited Application elevator (LU/LA) is an elevator designed to provide access in low occupancy/low rise commercial buildings where a traditional passenger elevator is not feasible or required by code. These elevators are limited in use and in application, and provide an ideal solution for specific settings like schools, churches, multi-family housing units, libraries and more.
Read MorePlanning Your Conveyance Project
You have taken the time to plan the best accessible route, and done your best to know the local building and accessibility codes, but have you reached out to the people with the most knowledge of accessibility in your local market; the installing distributor? Accessibility is an industry that is heavily regulated by code.
Read MoreADA Versus Building Code
While sometimes blurred, ADA compliance and compliance with building code are not the same thing. When determining what access is required for your project, it is important to understand how they work together and what distinctions exist.
Read MoreThe Beginning of Accessibility
Did you know that twenty-two years prior to the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the federal government was already making strides to increase accessibility in federally funded building projects? In 1968 Lyndon B. Johnson signed a law entitled The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA).
Read MoreStainless Steel Elevator Cars
Symmetry Elevating Solutions’ brushed stainless steel elevator cars offer an easy-to-maintain surface with an attractive, contemporary finish.
Read MoreWhat is a Small Commercial Elevator
Some low occupancy/low rise commercial buildings, along with certain residential applications, require something slightly different than a standard commercial elevator. In these settings, where a small commercial elevator is needed, a limited use/limited application (LU/LA) elevator may be a perfect fit.
Read MoreCustom LU/LA Commercial Elevators
Symmetry’s LU/LA commercial elevators are tailor-made to match your customer’s needs and preferences. Upon request, our commercial elevators can be custom-built with wood veneer or hardwood car panels.
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