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Prolift
- Special Private Residential Elevator
Applicable National Codes and Standards - USA Private Residential
GENERAL
In most States and areas, there is no requirement for inspection
and licensing of elevators in Private homes. As an exception,
Michigan does require permits, licensing and inspection. Other
States or areas may at least require an electrical permit.
Information Note: The Prolift is a heavy-duty Residential type
elevator, with a specially designed structure to allow for larger
platforms and capacities, where permitted by the local enforcing
authorities. The Prolift is designed to exceed the requirements
of Part V of the A17.1 Standard. (See below). Numerous interior
designs and configurations are possible, which are not normally
available on a standard, residential Part V elevator. The Prolift
may also be installed as a wheelchair lift, exceeding the requirements
of Part 21 of the A17.1 Standard, where permitted by the local
enforcing authorities.
Additional Information Note: A new standard for "Platform
Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts" has been published by ASME
and is effective January 2000. The standard is the "ANSI/ASME
A18.1". This will be the applicable standard for those states,
cities, etc. which have officially adopted the A18.1 in legislation.
Until then, A17.1 will continue to be the standard of record for
most (but not all) jurisdictions. It is important to know the
requirements of your local jurisdiction.
It is prudent to use the following information as a guideline
for the installation of a Prolift:
The National Standard used by most States and localities is the
ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Part 5 (or
Part 21, Section 2100 where permitted).The most current edition
is 1996, with a 1999 Addendum.
Some areas adopt the standard in it’s entirety, and some
areas adopt the standard in part, or a local standard may have
been developed which has been legislated for use. Check with your
local enforcing authorities for the requirements in your area.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Elevators in Private residences are not required to be in compliance
with the ADA.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
Elevators in private residences are not referenced by ADAAG.
Installation
The applicable standard governing the requirements for field installation
and wiring of the Prolift is the ANSI/NFPA 70 (The National Electrical
Code)Article 620.(Referenced, for example by Rule 508.4(a) of
the ASME A17.1-1996).The Architect/Specifier should be aware of
the requirements of this section especially as it applies to the
location and installation of the lift power supply. In most areas,
the power supply to a lift is the responsibility of other contractors,
not the installing Concord dealer. Check with your local Concord
dealer, for assistance and information concerning the requirements
of this standard. All field wiring of the lift components will
be performed in accordance with this standard by dealer Technicians
who have been factory trained by Concord.
Certifications
The applicable standard governing the requirements for Certification
of the Electrical Equipment of the Prolift is the CSA B44.1/ASME
A17.5 . (Referenced, for example by Rule 508.4(b) of the ASME
A17.1-1996). This is the North American harmonized standard for
certification of electrical equipment used with all elevating
devices which are covered by the ASME A17.1 Standard. The Architect/Specifier
should be aware of this requirement and ensure that all lift electrical
equipment specified for use on the project is certified to this
standard. Certification must be by a Federal OSHA approved, Nationally
Recognized Testing Laboratory, and the certification mark must
clearly indicate the approved testing laboratory. Some examples
of certification laboratories are: CSA (Canadian Standards Association);
UL (Underwriter’s Laboratories); ETL (Electrical Testing
Laboratories); WH (Warnock-Hersey Testing Laboratories); and there
are others. Concord equipment is certified to American Standards
by CSA (Canadian Standards Association).
Building Codes and Standards
Depending on the area of the USA where the lift is to be installed
, the local building codes may have requirements which will affect
the design and installation of Private Residential "Home"
Elevators. Reference should be made by the Architect/Specifier
to the actual building code legislated in their area.
It may be (for example):
1. UBC (Uniform building Code) available from the ICBO (See other
web pages for address)
2. NBC (National Building Code) available from BOCA (See other
web pages for address)
ICBO = International Conference of Building Officials
BOCA = Building Officials and Code Administrators
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