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Commercial Vertical Platform Lift Services in Southern California
ADA-Compliant Accessibility Solutions by Dwan Elevator Company
Ensuring accessibility for all occupants, visitors, and employees is more than compliance — it’s smart design and superior user experience. At Dwan Elevator Company, we provide professional commercial vertical platform lift (VPL) services throughout Southern California, delivering customized solutions that improve accessibility, flow, and safety for commercial properties of all types.
From multi-tenant buildings and healthcare campuses to retail centers, educational facilities, and government sites, our vertical platform lift services are engineered for long-term performance and regulatory alignment.
What Are Commercial Vertical Platform Lifts?
A vertical platform lift is an accessibility device designed to transport people — including those using wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility aids — vertically between levels without stairs. Unlike traditional elevators, vertical platform lifts are compact, cost-efficient, and ideal for areas where:
- A full elevator may be impractical
- A ramp is too long or limited by site constraints
- ADA compliance is required for accessibility
- Regular accessibility is needed between exterior or interior levels
Vertical platform lifts provide safe, reliable access between floors and are widely used in commercial environments to meet ADA standards and improve user experience.
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A Legacy of Accessibility & Vertical Transport in California
Dwan Elevator Company’s expertise in accessibility technology dates back nearly a century. Founded in 1931 as Dwan Elevator — one of California’s first elevator and mobility systems providers — the company evolved into The Inclinator Company of California (ICOC) and became a trusted name in vertical transport throughout Southern California.
ICOC completed thousands of elevator, stair lift, and accessibility installations across the region, building a strong reputation for quality and reliability. Today, that legacy continues through Dwan Elevator Company, where we combine historic knowledge with modern technology to support commercial accessibility goals.
Our Commercial Vertical Platform Lift Services
At Dwan Elevator Company, we offer a full range of vertical platform lift services tailored for commercial properties:
Site Assessment & Accessibility Planning
Our experts evaluate your facility’s layout, traffic patterns, vertical rise, and compliance goals to recommend the right vertical platform lift solution for your property.
Custom Design & Specification
We work with architects, engineers, and project teams to ensure lift specifications align with site requirements, ADA standards, and permit conditions.
Professional Installation
Certified technicians install your vertical platform lift with precision, ensuring code compliance, operational integrity, and seamless integration into your building environment.
Maintenance & Service Support
Reliable operation requires ongoing care — we provide maintenance plans and responsive repair services that keep your lifts performing smoothly and safely.
Compliance Verification
We help you meet local and federal accessibility requirements, ensuring permanent accessibility solutions that support people of all abilities.
Why Commercial Vertical Platform Lifts Make Sense
Vertical platform lifts offer commercial properties several advantages:
- Affordable Accessibility Upgrade
A cost-effective alternative to full elevator installations while still meeting ADA or similar accessibility standards. - Space-Efficient Design
Ideal for properties with limited space where ramps are impractical or visually intrusive. - ADA & Building Code Compliance
Engineered to meet accessibility requirements for facilities open to the public and employee use. - Indoor & Outdoor Compatibility
Designed for interior hallways, exterior entryways, deck access, or split-level mezzanines. - Improved User Experience
Provides dignified, barrier-free access for tenants, customers, guests, and staff.
Whether you own a restaurant, office building, medical facility, school, or retail center, vertical platform lifts enhance access without sacrificing space or design.
Commercial Environments We Serve
Dwan Elevator Company installs and services commercial vertical platform lifts across a wide range of industries and property types, including:
Office Buildings
Make every floor accessible for employees and visitors with vertical platform lifts that complement your building flow.
Healthcare Facilities
Support patient mobility and ADA compliance in clinics, medical centers, rehabilitation facilities, and senior care environments.
Retail & Hospitality
Provide comfortable, dignified access for customers and guests in restaurants, stores, hotels, and entertainment venues.
Educational Campuses
Ensure accessible routes between buildings or floor levels for students, faculty, and visitors.
Government & Public Buildings
Meet accessibility requirements and provide safe vertical movement for community members and staff.
Multi-Family & Mixed-Use Properties
Offer residents and guests reliable access between public levels, amenity areas, courtyards, and mezzanines.
No matter the property type, we design solutions that reflect your usage patterns, traffic demands, and architectural needs.
Professional Commercial Installation You Can Count On
Commercial vertical platform lift installations go beyond basic setup. Our process includes:
- Detailed Site Evaluation
We assess your vertical rise, structural conditions, power access, and operational goals.
- Engineering & Coordination
Our team collaborates with your architects, engineers, and contractors to meet building requirements.
- Code Compliance & Permitting Support
We help ensure your system meets ADA, local codes, and permit standards for commercial installations.
- Efficient Installation & Testing
Technicians install with precision and perform extensive testing before system handoff.
- Owner & Staff Training
We provide clear operational guidance for your staff or maintenance team.
This structured approach keeps your commercial project on time, on budget, and fully operational once complete.
Maintenance & Responsive Repair Services
Like any mechanical system, vertical platform lifts benefit from professional service and preventive care. Dwan Elevator Company offers:
Maintenance & Responsive Repair Services
Regular inspections and adjustments to keep your system operating safely and reliably.
Scheduled inspections and adjustments keep your lift operating smoothly and safely.
Emergency & On-Demand Repairs
Fast, dependable service when issues arise — minimizing downtime for your building occupants.
Safety Checks & Component Testing
We ensure safety gates, controls, sensors, and emergency systems perform as expected.
Whether your system was installed by us or another provider, we offer comprehensive support to keep lifts functioning effectively.
Serving Southern California Commercial Properties
Dwan Elevator Company proudly supports facility owners, property managers, architects, and contractors throughout:
Los Angeles • Orange County • San Diego • Ventura • Riverside • San Bernardino
Our regional presence and historical experience mean we understand local codes, permitting norms, and design standards — helping you move faster from planning through installation and ongoing service.