Car lifts and vehicle elevators are increasingly used to overcome space and access constraints in residential and commercial developments. However, selecting the appropriate solution requires an understanding of the different standards that may apply.
This HLS Equipment White Paper examines the application of AS 1418.8:2008 – Cranes, Hoists and Winches: Special Purpose Appliances and AS 1735 – Lifts, Escalators and Moving Walks, including the important distinction between an authorised operator travelling with a load and a lift designed to carry passengers.
The paper provides guidance for architects, developers, builders and project teams considering car lift solutions and the compliance requirements that can influence equipment selection and design.