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Savaria Prolift Wheelchair Lift

Vertical platform lift with enclosed cab

The Savaria Prolift is a vertical platform wheelchair lift with a fully enclosed cab that feels like an elevator. It requires a constructed hoistway and can serve up to 4 stops for home or commercial use. The Prolift can be installed for accessibility in places of worship or public buildings with its ADA-compliant platform. The hydraulic drive is reliable and quiet with a 750 lb or 1400 lb* capacity with the HD model.

*Where code permits HD

Prolift hydraulic wheelchair lift

Good value, no-frills reliability

Featuring constant pressure operation (press-to-run buttons), the Prolift is designed with durability in mind. The cab includes easy-clean melamine panels or optional plastic laminate, with stainless steel operating panel and hall call stations. A full-sized door is available in different styles, including the fire-rated ProDoor with vision panel. A machine room is required for the Prolift.

The Savaria Prolift is built to meet accessibility requirements with a no-frills design. Components are built for longevity and durability, suitable for commercial environments.

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Prolift Wheelchair Lift

Standard package

  1. Ceiling is steel with egg-crate patterned plastic safety panel and 4 flush-mount lights
  2. The standard Prolift cab is finished with your choice of melamine or unfinished MDF walls, including fire-rated options, or alternatively with plywood if you want to have the cab finished by your contractor
  3. You can also choose from optional plastic laminate panels, architectural white painted steel, or stainless steel walls
  4. Fixtures are provided in stainless steel #4 finish
Prolift Wheelchair Lift

Other Options

The Prolift offers some additional options including:

Rubber mat

Rubber mat flooring for the cab

Digital floor indicator

Digital floor indicator for the cab operating panel

Phone

Hands-free phone and keyed operation

Fire-rated door

Fire-rated door, power door operator

Other door options

Steel or stainless steel framed door with tempered or laminated glass inserts

Models
Prolift vertical platform lift with a white and gray interior and a gray door.”

Standard SCL

The Prolift SCL model can be ordered with 750, 1000 or 1050 lb capacity. Choose from a selection of cab sizes:

36" x 48" (914 mm x 1219 mm)
36" x 54" (914 mm x 1372 mm)
36" x 60" (914 mm x 1524 mm)
42" x 48" (1067 mm x 1219 mm)

The cabs above are available in Type 1, 2 or 5

Prolift vertical platform lift with a gray cab interior and a gray door.”

Heavy Duty HD

The Prolift HD model offers a 1400 lb capacity. Choose from a selection of cab sizes:

42" x 54" (1067 mm x 1372 mm)
42" x 60" (1067 mm x 1524 mm)
48" x 60" (1219 mm x 1524 mm)

Custom cab sizes are also available.

The cabs above are available in Type 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5

Diagram comparing a standard platform size to an extended casket lift platform, shown with a wood‑pattern graphic and labeled arrows.

Casket Lift

36" x 84" (914 mm x 2134 mm), in Type 1 or 2 only

Prolift Hydraulic Specifications

Applications

Commercial, residential, indoors

Drive/motor

1:2 cable hydraulic drive, 3 hp submersed

Standard capacity

SCL: 750 lb (340 kg), 1000 lb (454 kg), or optional 1050 lb (476 kg)

HD: 1050 lb (476 kg) or optional 1400 lb (635 kg)

Minimum pit

SCL: 8" (203 mm)

HD: 12" (305 mm)

Maximum travel distance

14' (426 cm) USA, 23' (701 cm) Canada

Minimum overhead clearance

 92" (2337 mm)

Minimum travel

8" (203 mm)

Nominal speed

30 ft/min (0.15 m/s)

Power supply

208 volt, three phase, 60 Hz, 30 amps or 230 volt, single phase, 60 Hz, 40 amps

Savaria Link

Optional. Learn more

Warranty

A 36-month warranty against defective parts is included through your local dealer.*

*Please note the full details of the Savaria warranty, including the requirement for regular maintenance.


Learn more

See our ultimate guide to learn more about the best options for commercial accessibility.

3D render of different Savaria product applications in a institutional setting.
Grayscale architectural drawings for a vertical platform lift against a gridded background.

Prolift Documents

Learn more construction details with the planning guide

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IMPORTANT: Safety notice for current owners of Savaria residential elevators