Here at Penny Hydraulics, we understand that one of the crucial challenges faced by architects is creating functional and efficient spaces to encompass all of their clients’ needs.
In various projects, the need for the vertical transport of goods in architectural plans can’t be ignored. This is where specifying the right goods lift becomes essential. Whether it’s a warehouse, commercial building, entertainment and leisure facility, hospitality, or retail space, choosing the appropriate lift for your architectural designs can greatly enhance the overall functionality and productivity of your structure.
The first step in specifying the right goods lift for your client’s needs is to thoroughly understand the project’s unique requirements. Consider the nature of the goods being transported, the frequency of use, the available space, and the vertical distance between levels. For instance, a warehouse might need a heavy-duty lift such as our MezzHD 1000kg Goods Lifts capable of moving large loads, while in the hospitality sector, they might require a more compact lift like our Lightwell Lifts to transport items such as bins, laundry trolleys, or food and drinks deliveries.
The capacity and size of your goods lift are critical factors to consider in your architectural designs. Architects need to ensure that the lift’s loading capacity matches the intended use. Moreover, the dimensions of the lift should align with the available space; oversized lifts can be wasteful, while undersized ones can hinder functionality. Penny Hydraulics designs and manufactures a variety of Goods Lifts, each one custom-built to order, to suit a range of lifting capacities.
Safety should be a paramount concern when specifying a goods lift. Penny Hydraulics’ Goods Lifts are designed and manufactured in accordance with the Machinery Directive and are CE and UKCA marked to ensure exceptional quality. Installations are commissioned and issued with a Report of Thorough Examination, ensuring customers meet their statutory obligations under LOLER.
In today’s eco-conscious world, architects should also consider the environmental impact of the goods lift in their architectural plans. Penny Hydraulics factory uses 100% green electricity puts zero waste in landfills, maximises the use of low embedded carbon materials and will recycle the complete lift at the end of life if requested.
Your choice of lift can significantly impact operational efficiency. For example, a well-designed goods lift should allow for easy loading and unloading, minimising downtime. Penny Hydraulics’ Goods Lifts feature user-friendly controls and mechanisms that require minimal training to ensure the efficient and effective transportation of goods between levels.
While functionality is key, the goods lift’s design should also seamlessly integrate with the overall aesthetics of the building. The lift’s appearance, materials, and finishes should align with your plans. At Penny Hydraulics, we offer custom painting for our Goods Lifts in an array of colours to meet your architectural designs and requirements.
To ensure the best-fit solution, architects should collaborate closely with reputable lift manufacturers. Designing and manufacturing our goods lift in-house, Penny Hydraulics can provide valuable insights, technical expertise, and customisable solutions that align with your project’s specific needs; offering guidance and support from start to finish. In-house design capabilities allow us to offer bespoke designs presented in DWG or PDF format to suit the customer’s needs, as well as BIM models.
Different architectural plans may call for different types of lifts. Architects should be aware of the various options available in the market. Penny Hydraulics designs and manufactures a range of Goods Lifts, including:
Penny Hydraulics Mezzanine Floor Goods Lifts can lift up to 1000kg and are ideal for efficiently moving goods between multiple floors in spaces like warehouses, stores, workshops, and factories.
Our Cellar Lifts are designed for confined spaces and are perfect for transporting goods such as gas bottles and kegs in basements or cellars.
These lifts provide an alternative to ramps and scissor lifts, making short-distance transportation smoother.
Designed to fit existing apertures, our Lightwell Lifts are used for transporting goods from pavement to basement levels.
Get in touch with us today to see how we can optimise your architectural designs with a Penny Hydraulics Goods Lift. Proudly sporting the Made In Britain accreditation, our lifting solutions can be customised to meet even the most stringent of specifications, and we are always on hand to provide assistance and guidance – both during your installation and long after.
