For outdoor residential elevators code compliance is very important. You will want to be sure your friends, family and anyone riding the elevator are going to be safe. Code compliance ensures owners that their elevators have been designed and tested to meet strict safety standards giving you peace of mind. Not to mention your exterior residential elevator is an investment, and should a storm or other calamity strike it, you’ll want it covered. Before your insurance determines whether or not to include any piece of property in your home owner’s insurance, it’ll need to pass applicable codes. Here are just a few of the necessary codes your inclined lift will likely need to meet or exceed.
ASME
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers is a nonprofit that among other activities makes codes and standards for a variety of machines. Several organizations and laws, like the ADA, have used guidelines from the ASME to determine their standards. ASME A17.1 is the safety code that elevators of all types must follow in North America. Although not all States enforce ASME A17.1 code for Inclined Elevators, if you want to buy a safe and reliable Inclined Elevator it must follow the guidelines in ASME A17.1 5.1 for commercial systems or 5.4 for residential systems.
Hill Hiker® Inclined Elevator Trams and Lifts are designed and built to meet or exceed ASME A17.1 5.1 or 5.4. This ensures maximum safety for our customers.
UL
You’ve probably seen the UL seal on a number of products, particularly electronics, but what does it mean? Any product with this seal meets or exceeds the standards set by Underwriters Laboratories, a 123 year old organization certified by the government to test and certify products. At Hill Hiker® Hillside Lift Systems, we ensure our electrical components meet or exceed the necessary standards of Underwriters Laboratories.
Government Codes
Depending on the country, state or city you live, your requirements will be different. That’s why it’s best to go with certified contractors that have a history of success. At Hill Hiker®, our team and contractors have done projects across three continents, nine countries and 32 U.S. States and territories. We’ve worked with a number of government and municipal institutions to ensure our products meet and exceed necessary standards allowing both businesses and residential users extra piece of mind.
To learn more about the standards we follow, check out our Engineering & Specifications page, our Frequently Asked Questions page or Contact Us with any questions.
