--- title: Stannah Lifts Technical Lift Blog & Articles | Stannah description: Packed full of guidance on lift specification and lift applcation, regulations and lift owner advice --- Stannah Lifts Technical Lift Blog & Articles | Stannah - [Products](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/products) - [Services](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/services) - [Market Sectors](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/market-sectors) - [About](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/about-stannah) - [News](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/news) - [Blogs](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk) - [Technical Area](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/download-area) - [Case Studies](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/case-studies) - [Contact](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/contact-us) [![Stannah](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/hubfs/raw_assets/public/stannah-21/images/stannah.svg)](https://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/) Menu Search Not what you are looking for? Try: - [Careers](https://corporate.stannah.com/careers/) - [Corporate](http://corporate.stannah.com/) - [Stairlift & Home Lifts](https://www.stannah.com/) # Welcome to our blog Choose your area of interest: - [Latest](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk) - [Moving People](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/topic/moving-people) - [Moving Goods](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/topic/moving-goods) - [Advice For Owners](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/topic/advice-for-owners) - [Standards & Regulations](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/topic/standards-regulations) ### Filter by lift type -Select- Passenger Lifts Platform Lifts Service & Goods Lifts Escalators & Moving Walkways ### Search the blog Search ### Subscribe for email updates ![How the PSTN switch over will affect your lift](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/woman-using-lift-controls-1000x500.jpg?width=768&name=woman-using-lift-controls-1000x500.jpg) 02 June, 2025 ### How the PSTN switch over will affect your lift The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is a system of analogue circuit-switched telephone lines that still criss-cross the globe. First developed in the late... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/how-the-pstn-switch-over-will-affect-your-lift) ![Part M: Volume 2 & passenger lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/part%20m%20volume%202_passenger%20lifts%20TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=part%20m%20volume%202_passenger%20lifts%20TOP.jpeg) 13 August, 2024 ### Part M: Volume 2 & passenger lifts Part M Volume 2 provides practical guidance for complying with building regulation requirements for buildings other than dwellings. This post is the third in the series... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/selection-for-part-m-passenger-lifts) ![The types of lifts for education](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Lifts%20for%20education.jpeg?width=768&name=Lifts%20for%20education.jpeg) 22 July, 2024 ### The types of lifts for education Does every educational building in the UK have lifts? Where there is a requirement to travel between floors or over steps, there should be a lift for those less able to... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/the-types-of-lifts-for-education) ![Everything you need to know about mezzanine goods lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/everything-you-need-to-know-mezzanine-goods-lifts-FEATURED-1.jpeg?width=768&name=everything-you-need-to-know-mezzanine-goods-lifts-FEATURED-1.jpeg) 04 June, 2024 ### Everything you need to know about mezzanine goods lifts What are mezzanine goods lifts? Also known as warehouse goods lifts or pallet lifts, mezzanine goods lifts serve mezzanine floors and intermediate levels between a... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/mezzanine-goods-lifts-everything-you-need-to-know) ![Everything you need to know about warehouse lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/warehouse_mezzanine_lift_TOP.png?width=768&name=warehouse_mezzanine_lift_TOP.png) 14 May, 2024 ### Everything you need to know about warehouse lifts With online shopping on the rise, more companies are looking at different ways to store and move goods more efficiently. This blog explores selecting the best warehouse... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/everything-you-need-to-know-about-warehouse-lifts) ![The role of hotel lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/hotel-lifts-TOP.png?width=768&name=hotel-lifts-TOP.png) 02 May, 2024 ### The role of hotel lifts In today's competitive hotel industry, every detail matters. The guest experience begins the moment they step foot through the door. From luxurious interiors and... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/the-role-of-hotel-lifts) ![Lifts for listed buildings](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lifts-for-listed-buildings-TOP.jpg?width=768&name=lifts-for-listed-buildings-TOP.jpg) 25 April, 2024 ### Lifts for listed buildings Traditionally, easy access to historic, listed and religious buildings can be challenging and ensuring the installation does not interfere with the building's original... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifts-for-historic-access) ![Five tips that help prepare you for a lift breakdown](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/lift%20_breakdown_FEATURED.png?width=768&name=lift%20_breakdown_FEATURED.png) 09 February, 2024 ### Five tips that help prepare you for a lift breakdown Lifts are at the heart of a building, moving people and goods. But their worth depends on reliable performance and safe, ongoing function. Being faced with an... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/five-tips-to-help-prepare-for-lift-breakdown) ![Ideas for different types of lift car interior design](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lift%20finish_FEATURED.png?width=768&name=lift%20finish_FEATURED.png) 08 January, 2024 ### Ideas for different types of lift car interior design When installing a new passenger lift, the choice of lift car interiors is wide. And that’s even before you consider customising with your own design material to create a... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/ideas-for-different-types-of-lift-interior-design) ![The benefit of lift modernisation](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lift-modernisation-benefits-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=lift-modernisation-benefits-TOP.jpeg) 12 December, 2023 ### The benefit of lift modernisation An old lift doesn't always need replacing and, in fact, doing so may be extremely difficult due to its design or layout. Instead, you can have a lift modernised. Allow... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lift-modernisation) ![Lift requirements in residential buildings UK](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lift-requirements-flats-tower-blocks-TOP.png?width=768&name=lift-requirements-flats-tower-blocks-TOP.png) 13 November, 2023 ### Lift requirements in residential buildings UK A guide on specifying lifts for multi-storey housing developments, from fire fighting lifts to refurbishing existing lifts in a block of flats; the choices are endless. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifts-for-housing-developments) ![Secure by Design requirements for lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/UKC-Blog-Images/secured%20by%20design%20%281%29.png?width=768&name=secured%20by%20design%20%281%29.png) 07 November, 2023 ### Secure by Design requirements for lifts Good design must be the aim of all those involved in the development process and should be encouraged everywhere. ‘Secured by Design' (SBD) aims to achieve a good... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/secured-by-design-guidance-and-lifts) ![What DDA compliant and reasonable adjustments mean in the Equality Act](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Equality_Act_TOP.png?width=768&name=Equality_Act_TOP.png) 30 October, 2023 ### What DDA compliant and reasonable adjustments mean in the Equality Act The Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), was designed to make public spaces easier for disabled people to access. Businesses of all types had to make changes to meet its... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/the-disability-discrimination-act-equality-act-and-lifts) ![Why accessibility in the workplace is important to all](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Workplace_accessibility.png?width=768&name=Workplace_accessibility.png) 25 October, 2023 ### Why accessibility in the workplace is important to all Accessibility at work is about removing barriers to make sure disabled people can take an active part in working life.Employers should ensure that the workplace and its... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/why-accessibility-in-the-workplace-is-important) ![How lifts can help create accessible sports facilities](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/accessible_sports_facilitIes_TOP.png?width=768&name=accessible_sports_facilitIes_TOP.png) 09 October, 2023 ### How lifts can help create accessible sports facilities Poorly designed public leisure centres and sports grounds, including football and rugby stadiums, create barriers to participation for potential disabled users or access... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/how-lifts-can-help-create-accessible-sports-facilities) ![BS EN81-80 Lift upgrades for existing lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lift_upgrades_for_existing_liftsTOP.jpeg?width=768&name=lift_upgrades_for_existing_liftsTOP.jpeg) 05 September, 2023 ### BS EN81-80 Lift upgrades for existing lifts Like technology elsewhere, lifts and lift standards have developed over the years and new safety features have become the norm. In recognition of the fact that lift... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/bs-en-81-80-lift-safety) ![Types of equipment to move heavy objects up stairs](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/UKC-Blog-Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/man_on_stairs.png?width=768&name=man_on_stairs.png) 28 June, 2023 ### Types of equipment to move heavy objects up stairs If you are moving heavy items or bulky objects on a set of stairs, then there’s a range of lifting equipment to make the job easier. Having access to the right lifting... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/types-of-equipment-to-lift-heavy-objects-upstairs) ![Choosing the right nursing or care home lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/nursing%20home-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=nursing%20home-TOP.jpeg) 08 June, 2023 ### Choosing the right nursing or care home lifts Care homes and nursing homes need to meet a range of standards when it comes to safety. Residents need to move safely or help to move safely around a building, and with... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifts-for-care-homes) ![Guidance on manual handling at work](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/UKC-Blog-Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/trolleylift.png?width=768&name=trolleylift.png) 31 May, 2023 ### Guidance on manual handling at work As an employer or business owner, you have a legal duty to provide a safe workplace. Part of this obligation is knowing the correct manual handling techniques and... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/guidance-on-manual-handling-in-the-workplace) ![Lift or elevator? The history and origin](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/UKC-Blog-Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/lift_or_elevator_BLOG%282000x1000%29.png?width=768&name=lift_or_elevator_BLOG%282000x1000%29.png) 02 May, 2023 ### Lift or elevator? The history and origin The Cambridge English Dictionary definition of a lift (noun) is a device like a box that moves up and down, carrying people or goods from one floor of a building to... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lift-or-elevator-the-history-and-origin) ![How to complete your manual handling risk assessment](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Risk-Assessment-Stannah-Blog-min-1.jpeg?width=768&name=Risk-Assessment-Stannah-Blog-min-1.jpeg) 24 April, 2023 ### How to complete your manual handling risk assessment A manual handling risk assessment is a document that details all the different types of manual handling tasks and the risks of injury that they could cause to your... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/manual-handling-risk-assessment) ![A guide on lift removal and the process](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Lift-removal-blog-TOP%20%282000%20%C3%97%201000px%29.png?width=768&name=Lift-removal-blog-TOP%20%282000%20%C3%97%201000px%29.png) 18 April, 2023 ### A guide on lift removal and the process What is lift removal? Lift removal is the process of removing an old or unnecessary lift from a building. This involves the dismantling and disposal of the lift and... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/guide-on-lift-removal-and-the-process) ![Reducing manual handling risk in the catering industry](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Mike%20And%20Tim_Microlift%20redesign%201.png?width=768&name=Mike%20And%20Tim_Microlift%20redesign%201.png) 17 March, 2023 ### Reducing manual handling risk in the catering industry The hospitality business is being forced to work even harder due to rising energy costs and the need to pay more to recruit personnel. We outline how a service lift can... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/manual-handling-retail-catering) ![FAQs on elevator maintenance and repair](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/elevator%20maintenance%20blog%20featured.png?width=768&name=elevator%20maintenance%20blog%20featured.png) 21 February, 2023 ### FAQs on elevator maintenance and repair This blog answers the most important questions to help lift owners or 'duty holders' keep elevators under their care safe and running reliably. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/faqs-on-elevator-maintenance-and-repair) ![Avoiding the costs of manual handling risks with a lift](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/manual_handling_blog_TOP.png?width=768&name=manual_handling_blog_TOP.png) 01 February, 2023 ### Avoiding the costs of manual handling risks with a lift Did you know that every year more than a third of all over-3-day injuries reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) or local authorities are due to manual... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/manual-handling-is-it-putting-your-workers-at-risk) ![Escalator history and its inventors](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/history-of-escalators-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=history-of-escalators-TOP.jpeg) 31 January, 2023 ### Escalator history and its inventors From idea to patent to prototype to a full working system, escalators illustrate a common human quest: to make life easier. Read more about escalator history and when... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/the-rise-of-escalators-a-history) ![Types of lift interior refurbishment](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Lift%20interior%20refurbishments_FEATURED.png?width=768&name=Lift%20interior%20refurbishments_FEATURED.png) 05 January, 2023 ### Types of lift interior refurbishment For most lift users, it's the inside of the lift car they notice, as worn-out interiors can affect the perception of the lift and the building. We talk through some of... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/types-of-lift-interior-refurbishment) ![BREEAM for lifts, escalators & moving walkways](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/UKCA%20BREEAM%20for%20lifts-top.png?width=768&name=UKCA%20BREEAM%20for%20lifts-top.png) 21 December, 2022 ### BREEAM for lifts, escalators & moving walkways BREEAM UK New Construction Version 6.0 and Refurb & Fit-out 2014 ia recognised as best way to ensure sustainable building. In both technical manuals you can get BREEAM... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/breeam-credits-and-requirements-for-lifts-escalators-and-moving-walkways) ![A quick guide to LRV specification and lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/LRV_TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=LRV_TOP.jpeg) 09 November, 2022 ### A quick guide to LRV specification and lifts Lift design is ever-evolving and without a doubt, specifying the right surface or object reflectance for your lift cabin finishes is key to designing a building that... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/light-reflectance-value-lrv) ![Lift cleaning - a step by step guide](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/UKC-Blog-Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/lift-cleaning-step-by-step-guide.png?width=768&name=lift-cleaning-step-by-step-guide.png) 02 November, 2022 ### Lift cleaning - a step by step guide For every lift owner, building owner and facility manager, lift cleaning should be a regular activity, but it sometimes can be overlooked. To help you, we have created a... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lift-cleaning-a-step-by-step-guide) ![Owners guide: escalators & moving walkways](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Owners-Guide-Escalators-_-Moving-Walkways-FEATURED.jpeg?width=768&name=Owners-Guide-Escalators-_-Moving-Walkways-FEATURED.jpeg) 31 October, 2022 ### Owners guide: escalators & moving walkways So you own/are responsible for an escalator or moving walkway but are unsure of what this means in terms of your responsibilities? Don't worry; you're not alone! This is... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/escalator-ownership-responsibilities-and-regulations) ![The importance of lift servicing for lift owners](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/lift-maintenance-TOP.png?width=768&name=lift-maintenance-TOP.png) 26 October, 2022 ### The importance of lift servicing for lift owners Being a responsible lift owner or building manager, you have a duty to ensure that your lift is safe to use. With this in mind, it's critical that lift servicing is... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/importance-of-lift-servicing) ![What is a dumbwaiter?](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Stannah_Kitchen_Microlift_TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=Stannah_Kitchen_Microlift_TOP.jpeg) 12 October, 2022 ### What is a dumbwaiter? However you write it, ‘dumb waiter’ or ‘dumbwaiter’, the term's origins are puzzling. The name of this small service lift and the history of how it came into being are... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/what-is-a-dumbwaiter) ![Why it pays to upgrade your lift](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/why-it-pays-to-upgrade-your-lift-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=why-it-pays-to-upgrade-your-lift-TOP.jpeg) 27 September, 2022 ### Why it pays to upgrade your lift Because replacements aren’t always the best solution... particularly if your existing lift occupies a challenging location, design and/or configuration — something that... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/why-it-pays-to-upgrade-your-lift) ![A guide to escalator cleaning](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/escalator_cleaning_and_use_TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=escalator_cleaning_and_use_TOP.jpeg) 20 September, 2022 ### A guide to escalator cleaning This blog is a helpful guide on escalator cleaning - what to and when to clean, and how to do it. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/escalator-cleaning) ![FAQ: Dumbwaiters & service lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Service%20lifts%20%28TOP%29.jpeg?width=768&name=Service%20lifts%20%28TOP%29.jpeg) 12 September, 2022 ### FAQ: Dumbwaiters & service lifts In this blog post, we'll clear up some of the most common questions we've heard about Microlift dumbwaiters and service lifts. Read on... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/faq-service-lifts-dumbwaiters) ![Goods lifts: frequently asked questions](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/goods-passenger-lift-FAQ-FEATURED-1.jpeg?width=768&name=goods-passenger-lift-FAQ-FEATURED-1.jpeg) 01 September, 2022 ### Goods lifts: frequently asked questions In this blog post we'll clear up some of the most common questions Stannah has heard about goods lifts. If you have a question that isn't covered here then please do get... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/faq-goods-lifts) ![External lifts & BS8300-1 design guidance](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/external-lifts-new-BS8300-TOP-1.jpeg?width=768&name=external-lifts-new-BS8300-TOP-1.jpeg) 30 August, 2022 ### External lifts & BS8300-1 design guidance In January 2018, BS8300:2018 was introduced. Part 1 offers the first comprehensive design guidance for external public spaces. This helpful blog outlines the new... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/bs8300-1-external-standard-lifting-appliances) ![An introduction to Shabbat lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/shabbat%20image.png?width=768&name=shabbat%20image.png) 12 July, 2022 ### An introduction to Shabbat lifts We love the variety of lift requests and the numerous configurations within each lift type we get involved in at Stannah. Whilst the requirement for Shabbat lifts (also... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/an-introduction-to-sabbath-lifts) ![Building regulations lift requirements UK](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/building%20regulations_TOP.jpg?width=768&name=building%20regulations_TOP.jpg) 21 June, 2022 ### Building regulations lift requirements UK Here’s a handy overview of the key acts, regulations and standards that outline best practices around lift requirements in buildings - ensuring that any... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/building-regulations-do-i-need-a-lift) ![Advice on lift maintenance in multi-storey housing](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/edit-572249.jpg?width=768&name=edit-572249.jpg) 17 May, 2022 ### Advice on lift maintenance in multi-storey housing A helpful guide on the existing lifts in multi-storey housing developments and flats, from the different types of lifts, including fire-fighting lifts, to refurbishing... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifts-for-multi-storey-housing) ![Section 4.2 of the Technical Handbook & Lifts (Scotland)](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Regulations%20Compliance%20Photo%20%28shutterstock%29-3.jpg?width=768&name=Regulations%20Compliance%20Photo%20%28shutterstock%29-3.jpg) 11 January, 2022 ### Section 4.2 of the Technical Handbook & Lifts (Scotland) This handy guide to Section 4.2 (Scottish Part M) explains what this regulation is and its various implications on lifts in building projects in Scotland. Read on to... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/section-4.2-of-the-technical-handbook-lifts-for-scotland) ![Passenger Lift or Platform Lift - the Differences...](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/platform-or-passenger-lift-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=platform-or-passenger-lift-TOP.jpeg) 15 December, 2021 ### Passenger Lift or Platform Lift - the Differences... Whilst both lifts move people they are quite different! When deciding between the two it can be confusing. So we've put together a short blog to outline the differences... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/passenger-or-platform-lifts) ![Part M: Volume 2 & Wheelchair Platform Stairlifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Volume-2-Wheelchair-Platform-Stairlifts-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=Volume-2-Wheelchair-Platform-Stairlifts-TOP.jpeg) 26 November, 2021 ### Part M: Volume 2 & Wheelchair Platform Stairlifts This post is the fifth and final in the series of our Part M: Volume 2 building regulations blogs and covers the detailed requirements for wheelchair platform stairlifts. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/selection-for-part-m-platform-stairlifts) ![10 Questions to Help You Choose the Right Lift Specification](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/10-questions-to-help-you-choose-the-right-lift-specification-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=10-questions-to-help-you-choose-the-right-lift-specification-TOP.jpeg) 06 September, 2021 ### 10 Questions to Help You Choose the Right Lift Specification So you've decided that your project needs a people moving lift. But which type do you need? To help you choose the right lift specification, we've come up with some... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/choosing-the-right-passenger-lift) ![8 types of lifting equipment to make material handling easier](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/antonmillfactory.jpeg?width=768&name=antonmillfactory.jpeg) 16 August, 2021 ### 8 types of lifting equipment to make material handling easier We explore the different material handling equipment employees can use to enable the free movement of goods around a building, from A to B, or G to 1,2,3,4 or more. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifting-equipment-to-make-material-handling-easier) ![Dementia Friendly Design For Lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Market%20sectors/Lifts-for-dementia-header.jpeg?width=768&name=Lifts-for-dementia-header.jpeg) 09 August, 2021 ### Dementia Friendly Design For Lifts A guide on specifying lifts for dementia-friendly design, the principles and a helpful dementia design checklist for your lift… [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/dementia-friendly-lift-design) ![Upgrading lifts to firefighting or evacuation](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Promo-EmailAndBlog-Blog%20Featured%20Image%20%281%29.jpeg?width=768&name=Promo-EmailAndBlog-Blog%20Featured%20Image%20%281%29.jpeg) 03 August, 2021 ### Upgrading lifts to firefighting or evacuation In this blog, we’ll cover how lifts typically work and the implications for upgrading lifts to fire-fighting or evacuation capabilities. [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/existing-lifts-in-housing-emergency-use-and-upgrades) ![Advice on leaving your lift inactive](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/COVID%20Advice%20on%20Leaving%20Your%20Lift%20Inactive-FEATURED.jpeg?width=768&name=COVID%20Advice%20on%20Leaving%20Your%20Lift%20Inactive-FEATURED.jpeg) 02 August, 2021 ### Advice on leaving your lift inactive Like cars, lifts left for long periods need a little TLC. If you leave your car parked on the drive for weeks on end and expect it to start, it won’t – so to prevent any... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/leaving-your-lift-inactive) ![Platform Lifts - The Choices & Differences](http://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Collage-384073-edited.jpg?width=768&name=Collage-384073-edited.jpg) 05 February, 2021 ### Platform Lifts - The Choices & Differences Platform lifts come in all shapes and sizes. In this blog, we walk you through the types available and the differences between them, outlining the advantages of each... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/platform-lifts-the-choices-and-differences) ![Own a Lift? 3 Key Lift Regulations You Need to Know](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/own-a-lift-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=own-a-lift-TOP.jpeg) 20 January, 2021 ### Own a Lift? 3 Key Lift Regulations You Need to Know The legal requirements surrounding the provision and use of passenger lifts and goods lifts provide a framework to ensure best practice. This blog gives an overview on... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/3-key-lift-regulations-for-lift-owners) ![What Are the Main Types of Goods Lift?](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Main_Types_Goods_lifts_TOP-1.jpeg?width=768&name=Main_Types_Goods_lifts_TOP-1.jpeg) 28 December, 2020 ### What Are the Main Types of Goods Lift? Goods lifts play a vital role in moving goods of every shape, size and weight—as they stand, on trolleys and pallets or in crates and roll cages between floors of up to... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/the-main-types-of-goods-lift) ![What Is a Food Lift?](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Food%20Lift_Top%20Image.jpg?width=768&name=Food%20Lift_Top%20Image.jpg) 08 December, 2020 ### What Is a Food Lift? These hard workers go under many names, including dumbwaiters, service lifts, catering lifts, kitchen lifts, back-of-house lifts and restaurant lifts. Speeding up... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/why-do-i-need-a-food-lift) ![Cage Lifts vs Goods Lifts - The Choices & Differences](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Cage%20Lifts%20vs%20Goods%20Lifts-FEATURED-1.jpeg?width=768&name=Cage%20Lifts%20vs%20Goods%20Lifts-FEATURED-1.jpeg) 03 December, 2020 ### Cage Lifts vs Goods Lifts - The Choices & Differences You’d be forgiven for thinking all goods lifts are the same, but they’re not… Whilst both help material movement and reduce manual handling risks there are some key... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/cage-lifts-vs-goods-lifts-the-choices-and-the-differences) ![Lift inspections: Looking after your lift to save time, money & hassle](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/lift_inspection-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=lift_inspection-TOP.jpeg) 12 November, 2020 ### Lift inspections: Looking after your lift to save time, money & hassle It pays to be a responsible lift owner—to ensure that your lifts and lifting equipment are maintained to the highest standards. Why? Because keeping your lift fit for... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lift-inspections-save-time-money-hassle) ![6 questions to help choose your lift servicing company](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/6_Qs_hlep_decide_lift_maintenance_company-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=6_Qs_hlep_decide_lift_maintenance_company-TOP.jpeg) 22 October, 2020 ### 6 questions to help choose your lift servicing company Not all maintenance providers are the same. So we’ve compiled 6 questions to ask when deciding between them. And why it pays to do your homework… [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/6-questions-to-help-decide-your-lift-maintenance-company) ![Lift Maintenance Contracts: An introduction](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/lift-maintenance-contracts-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=lift-maintenance-contracts-TOP.jpeg) 19 October, 2020 ### Lift Maintenance Contracts: An introduction Lifts, as with all machinery, require regular servicing. As a lift owner if you have a lift that is used by an employee in a commercial setting, e.g. restaurant,... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/intro-to-lift-maintenance-service-contracts) ![Lift standards: a glossary](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Lift%20Standards%20-%20a%20glossary-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=Lift%20Standards%20-%20a%20glossary-TOP.jpeg) 16 October, 2020 ### Lift standards: a glossary If you either own or are thinking of installing a lift then there is a whole host of lift standards, regulations, codes of practice and guidance to advise on best... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lift-standards-a-definitive-glossary) ![A Guide on LOLER Thorough Lift Examination & Supplementary Tests](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/guide_on_LOLER_TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=guide_on_LOLER_TOP.jpeg) 21 September, 2020 ### A Guide on LOLER Thorough Lift Examination & Supplementary Tests In this helpful overview we've covered what is required of you as a lift owner by Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and what thorough and... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/loler-supplementary-lift-testing-thorough-lift-examination) ![5 FAQs on the EN81-20 & EN81-50 lift standards](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/StRegs_EN81/EN81-20-50-lift-std-top.jpeg?width=768&name=EN81-20-50-lift-std-top.jpeg) 30 April, 2020 ### 5 FAQs on the EN81-20 & EN81-50 lift standards Post updated for 2020 - In September 2017, EN81-20 and EN81-50, two new safety standards for the construction of lifts and the testing of lift components were... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/lifts-standards-en81-20-and-en81-50) ![Machinery Directive or Lift Regulations?](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Machinery-Directive-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=Machinery-Directive-TOP.jpeg) 07 April, 2020 ### Machinery Directive or Lift Regulations? Whether you are moving people or goods, your lift will fall into either the Machinery Directive or Lift regulations. Although all of them refer to "lifts" as a general... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/machinery-directive-or-lift-directive) ![Choosing a goods lift that's perfect for your business](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Choosing-the-Right-Goods-Lift-for-Your-Business-FEATURED.jpg.jpeg?width=768&name=Choosing-the-Right-Goods-Lift-for-Your-Business-FEATURED.jpg.jpeg) 12 October, 2019 ### Choosing a goods lift that's perfect for your business Have a requirement for moving goods? Whether down to manual handling issues or to improve efficiency, we can help you identify the type of goods or service lift you... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/choosing-the-right-goods-lift-for-your-business) ![Part M: Building Regs & Lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/building%20regs%20&%20lifts-TOP.jpg?width=768&name=building%20regs%20&%20lifts-TOP.jpg) 07 October, 2019 ### Part M: Building Regs & Lifts TheBuilding Regulations, Approved Document M (Part M) gives direction on lifts in all types of buildings, stating that reasonable provision must be made for people to... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/selection-for-part-m-lifts) ![A Handy List of Escalator & Moving Walkway Standards (updated 2019)](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/a-handy-list-escalator-moving-walkway-standards-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=a-handy-list-escalator-moving-walkway-standards-TOP.jpeg) 07 June, 2019 ### A Handy List of Escalator & Moving Walkway Standards (updated 2019) Unsure of what codes of practice, standards and regulations escalators and moving walkways fall under? Not to worry, here's a handy list... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/escalator-moving-walkway-standards) ![Bike & Bin Lifts: Lifts for Waste Management & Bike Transportation](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/bike-&-bin-lifts-lifts-for-waste-management-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=bike-&-bin-lifts-lifts-for-waste-management-TOP.jpeg) 30 April, 2019 ### Bike & Bin Lifts: Lifts for Waste Management & Bike Transportation There is an increasing trend of lifts being used to aid underground storage of bikes/bins in commercial and residential projects. In this short blog post, we outline the... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/bike-and-bin-lifts-for-waste-management-and-transportation) ![The History of Moving Walkways](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/History-of-moving-walkways-FEATURED.jpeg?width=768&name=History-of-moving-walkways-FEATURED.jpeg) 13 September, 2018 ### The History of Moving Walkways When it comes to hitching a ride, it doesn’t get easier than moving walkways. Around for over 130 years, they have evolved from simple conveyor belts to sophisticated... [Read more](https://blog.stannahlifts.co.uk/history-of-moving-walkways) ![Part M: Volume 2 & Platform Lifts](https://resources.stannahlifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Blog%20images%20%28resized%29/Part-M-Vol2-Passenger-lifts-TOP.jpeg?width=768&name=Part-M-Vol2-Passenger-lifts-TOP.jpeg) 29 March, 2018 ### Part M: Volume 2 & Platform Lifts This post is the fourth in the series of our Part M: Volume 2 building regulations blogs and covers the detailed requirements for lifting platforms. 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