STEPSAVER
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS SOLUTION FOR SMALL HEIGHT DIFFERENCES
StepSaver is a flexible wheelchair accessibility solution designed for existing staircases with up to two steps, allowing access without compromising stair usability.
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Technical Specifications
Lifting Height
0 – 500 mm
Weight Capacity
315 kg
Platform Width
780 mm
Platform Length
1110 mm
Key Advantages
- Minimal structural changes
- Fast installation
- Cost-effective solution
What Is StepSaver?
StepSaver is a wheelchair lifting platform built to sit over an existing staircase of up to two steps, bridging the height difference without altering the stairs themselves. Anyone who doesn't need the lift keeps using the steps exactly as before, since StepSaver adds access rather than replacing what's already there.
Manufactured by Lehner Lifttechnik (Austria) and supplied and installed in the UAE by Flex Access, StepSaver installs in under two hours with no structural modification, making it one of the fastest accessibility retrofits available for a small existing staircase.
Key Advantages
Installs in under 2 hours
No structural modification needed, one of the fastest accessibility retrofits for an existing small staircase.
Stairs stay usable
Bridges the steps rather than replacing them, so everyone else keeps using the staircase as normal.
Compact footprint
Fits in tight entryways where a ramp or a full platform lift wouldn't.
App and remote control
Operable from a fixed panel, wireless remote, or the Lift Control app.
Built-in roll-off protection
The integrated ramp doubles as a safety barrier while the platform is in use.
Backup power included
Emergency power supply keeps it operating through a power interruption.
Bridges the Steps, Doesn't Replace Them
StepSaver sits directly over an existing staircase of up to two steps. People who don't need it simply walk up the stairs as they always have. When a wheelchair user needs access, the platform lifts them over the same two steps, then lowers back so the stairs return to normal use.
This is what makes StepSaver different from a full platform lift: it adds a function to the existing staircase instead of taking its place.
StepSaver Technical Specifications
Figures below are from the manufacturer's current data sheet. Confirm capacity and dimensions on site before ordering.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lifting height | 0-500 mm |
| Load capacity | 250 kg |
| Internal platform size | 780 x 1,110 mm |
| External footprint with ramp | 940 x 1,245 mm |
| Minimum platform height | 30 mm |
| Unit weight | 150 kg |
| Drive system | 4 x 24V spindle motors |
| Lifting speed | 18 mm/second |
| Power supply | 110-230V, 50-60 Hz |
| Flooring | Non-slip PVC |
| Installation time | Under 2 hours, no structural modification |
Simple to Operate, Backed Up on Power
StepSaver's integrated ramp does double duty. It's how a wheelchair rolls onto the platform, and once raised, it acts as roll-off protection so the platform stays enclosed during operation. An emergency power supply keeps the unit working through a power cut, so access isn't left to chance.
- Fixed control panel at the installation
- Optional wireless outdoor remote controls
- Lift Control app compatibility for mobile operation
- Emergency power supply included as standard
Key Applications
Existing staircases with one or two steps
The specific case StepSaver is built for: a small level change at an entrance that already has stairs in place.
Retrofit projects on a tight timeline
Under 2 hours to install, with no structural work, for sites that can't be closed for long.
Small shopfronts and commercial entrances
A compact footprint that adds access without redesigning the entrance around a ramp.
Homes with a couple of entrance steps
Solves access at the front door without a full ramp taking over the garden or driveway.
StepSaver Frequently Asked Questions
How many steps can StepSaver bridge?
StepSaver is designed for existing staircases with up to two steps, covering a lifting height of 0 to 500mm.
Do the stairs still work for people who don't need the lift?
Yes. StepSaver bridges the steps rather than replacing them, so anyone who doesn't need the platform continues using the stairs as before.
How long does installation take?
Under two hours in most cases, with no structural modification to the existing staircase required.
What's the load capacity?
250kg, per the manufacturer's specification.
Can StepSaver be controlled from a phone?
Yes. It's compatible with the Lift Control app, alongside a fixed control panel and optional wireless remote controls.
Is StepSaver available in Abu Dhabi and Dubai?
Yes. Flex Access supplies and installs StepSaver across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and the wider UAE.