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Genesis Shaftway
Genesis Enclosure

Vertical Platform Lifts

Genesis Enclosure - Vertical Platform Lift

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Specifications
Genesis Enclosure Model

The Genesis Enclosure Model is a vertical platform wheelchair lift that can provide access to up to 4343mm (171"). This style of vertical lift is an easy and cost-effective accessibility solution for public buildings or private residences and is suitable for indoor or outdoor installations. The Genesis Enclosure has a lifting capacity of 340 kg (750lbs). The components of this Genesis Vertical Platform lift consist of a factory manufactured enclosure walls, with integrated doors and gates, a drive mast, passenger platform and easy to use call stations and platform controls. The Genesis can be customized with a variety of optional features to suit the needs of the user and building owner. The wall panels, doors and gates can be designed from an extensive variety of colors and finishes.

Main advantages

  • Modular

  • No shaft construction

  • No exposed fasteners

  • Aluminum enclosure

  • Tactile and illuminated controls

  • Easy grip offset "D" handles

  • Rated Load: Standard 750 lbs (340 kg) with a safety factor of 5

  • Speed: Leadscrew - 3 meters (10 ft) per minute at full load | Hydraulic - 5.2 meters (17 ft) per minute at full load

  • Travel Range: Leadscrew - up to 6 feet | Hydraulic - up to 14 feet

  • Safety Features: Garaventa doors and gates equipped with Garaventa interlocks and internal closers | Sturdy 16 gauge galvanized steel platform side walls 1070mm (42 1/8”) | Continuous pressure directional control switches and illuminated and audible emergency stop switch | Full length grab rail on platform side wall panel

  • Leadscrew Drive System: Motor: 2 HP (1750 RPM) | Motor Drive Type: ACME screw (1” diameter) | Mains Supply: North American Models: 120 VAC on a dedicated 20 amp circuit, International Models: 208-240 VAC on a dedicated 16 amp circuit

  • Hydraulic Drive System:3 HP DC (2.2 KW) complete with auxiliary power system | Motor Drive Type: Chained Hydraulic (Dual 5/8” ANSI 50 chains) | Mains Supply: North American Models 120 VAC on a dedicated 15 amp circuit, International Models 208-240 VAC on a dedicated 16 amp circuit

  • Controls: Keyless Controls (No key required for call stations and platform controls) | Directional Controls - Continuous pressure switches | Control Voltage: 24 VDC

  • Power Requirements:120 VAC single phase | Optional 208-240 VAC single phase

  • Popular Options: Power Door Operators (ANSI/ BHMA A156.19 compliant) | Custom platform sizes available | Illuminated and tactile constant pressure directional buttons | Arrival gong and digital floor display | Steel, plexiglas or glass enclosure panels | Choice of RAL colors | Autodialer phone (ADA compliant) | Keyed operation | Custom applications (Consult Garaventa Lift) | Battery powered emergency lowering (Leadscrew drive only) | Full time battery operation ***suitable for low use applications ONLY (Hydraulic drive) | Fan and ventilation system with thermostatic controls - requires continuous mains power

  • Warranty:2 year standard warranty | Optional 12 months extended warranty (36 months total) OR 60 months extended warranty (84 months total)

Downloads

Brochure

Design Specification

Planning Guide

Genesis Leadscrew and Hydraulic Drive Systems

There are two drive systems available for the Genesis Enclosure. Listed below are the main features of each drive system.

  • Leadscrew Drive System

  • Driven by a single-phase 2 HP motor attached to a 1" ACME screw

  • Powered by building mains power converted to 24 VDC (standard)

  • Platform travels between landings at 3 meters (10 ft) per minute

  • Three Lifting Heights up to a maximum of 1829mm (75") - floor mounted

  • Manual Emergency Lowering Handwheel (standard)

  • Battery Powered Emergency Lowering (optional)

  • Electrical Disconnect (optional)

  • Mains Power Requirement:

  • North America - 120 VAC single phase on a dedicated 20 amp circuit.

  • International - 208-240 VAC single phase on dedicated 16 amp circuit.

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  • ​​​Hydraulic Drive System

  • Driven by a single-phase 3 HP hydraulic motor

  • Powered by continuous mains power with auxiliary power system (standard)

  • Platform travels between landings at 5.2 meters (17 ft) per minute

  • Seven Lifting Heights up to a maximum of 4343mm (171") - floor mounted

  • Manual Emergency Lowering(standard)

  • Full time battery operation (optional)

  • Mast Heater (optional)

  • Remote Drive Cabinet (optional)

  • Electrical Disconnect (optional)

  • Mains Power Requirement:

  • North America - 120 VAC single phase on a dedicated 15 amp circuit.

  • International - 208-240 VAC on a dedicated 16 amp circuit.

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