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Glacier Platform Lift Specified by Aquatics Designers05-14-15 | News

Glacier Platform Lift Specified by Aquatics Designers

A Glacier Platform Lift WP600 Vertical travel platform was built into the pool area to accommodate mobility devices and the need for assisted stabilized support.
Courtesy of Spectrum Aquatics

Spectrum Aquatics, a leading manufacturer of commercial pool equipment, announced its innovative Glacier Platform Lift has been specified in several major new pool construction projects this year. The Glacier Platform Lift represents a major advancement over other methods of pool entry because it is one of the only U.S.-manufactured lifts designed to be a part of the pool itself.

The Glacier Platform lift has been installed by key pool builders in the Canadian market. Feedback from U.S. designers and consultants indicate that the Glacier is one of the preferred lifts for therapy pools.

The innovative patent-pending design enables easy and safe pool access without compromising pool aesthetics. It allows patrons to enter and exit the pool with dignity – similar to a ramp but at a fraction of the space. Another advantage of the Glacier Platform Lift is that when adding a ramp, builders have to adjust gallonage, flow rates and square footage of the pool. The Glacier, however, allows the operation of the pool to stay true to the original design.

The Glacier requires minimal assembly, can be battery or water-powered, easily installs with 4 drop-in anchors. It has a quiet and stable operation. The lift is rated with a 600-pound loading capacity for both standing and wheelchair-seated individuals. A gated entry and exit system is included for added safety, and the lift can be manually operated in emergency situations. More information is available about Spectrum Aquatics at https://www.spectrumproducts.com.