Garaventa Genesis Shaftway

The Genesis Shaftway Model fits inside a vertical runway that is built by others, in accordance to Garaventa Lift specifications. This model provides access up to 14 feet. A variance may be required if the wheelchair lift is required to travel over 12 feet. This model can make up to three stops and is available in a variety of finishes and configurations. The Genesis Shaftway can be supplied with Garaventa style doors, or fire rated doors as another option.

Garaventa Genesis Shaftway - Standard Features

Listed below are some of the many standard features of this product. For more detailed information please contact our sales team or refer to the Genesis Planning Guide.

Drive Systems - The Genesis Shaftway Model has a choice of two standard drive systems.

Leadscrew Drive - The economical Leadscrew Drive System (2 HP motor) travels at 10 feet per minute and requires 120 VAC single phase on a dedicated 20 amp circuit. The Leadscrew Drive System can be ordered in six different lifting heights, up to a maximum of 147".

Hydraulic Drive - The Hydraulic Drive (3 HP motor) is powered by continuous mains power with an auxiliary power system. It is a quieter drive system and travels at 17 feet per minute. This system requires 120 VAC single phase on a dedicated 15 amp circuit. The Hydraulic Drive System can be ordered in seven different lifting heights, up to a maximum of 171".

Rated Load - 750lb. capacity

Platform Features

• Platform Controls - rocker style directional switches with an emergency stop button.
• Grab Rail - used by the passenger when entering or exiting the lift
• Standard Platform Size - 39" x 54"
• Manual Lowering -
  • Leadscrew - a handwheel is used to lower the lift
  • Hydraulic model - to lower the lift a knob on the side of the mast can be pulled to open the valve and lower the platform
• Entry/Exit Configuration - straight through entry/exit configuration

Call Stations - Standard call stations for the Shaftway model are rocker style switches mounted in the frame of door or gate.

Doors and Gates - This model requires a door at the lower landing and allows for a choice of a door or gate at the upper landing. The doors are made of anodized aluminum extrusions with Satin Grey steel panels. The doors and gates are equipped with a "D" handle and use powered interlocks at each landing.

Standard Finish - The standard finish for the Genesis Shaftway model is anodized aluminum extrusion with Satin Grey steel panels

Garaventa Genesis Shaftway - Optional Features

Listed below are some of the many optional features available for this product. For more detailed information please contact our sales team or refer to the Genesis Planning Guide.

Drive System - The Genesis Shaftway can be supplied with a 3 HP Hydraulic Drive with full time battery operation.

Platform Features

• Platform Controls - Illuminated and tactile constant pressure style buttons and keyed operation
• Optional Platform Sizes -
  • Compact - 36" x 49 1/2"
  • Mid Size - 39" x 60"
  • Large - 45" x 60"
  • Custom sizes are also available
• Entry/Exit Configuration -
  • 90° Entry/Exit
  • Same/Side Entry Exit
• Emergency Lowering -
  • Leadscrew - battery powered
  • Hydraulic - auxiliary power system

Call Stations

• Illuminated and tactile constant pressure style buttons
• Keyed Operation
• Call Stations can be wall mounted (flush or surface)

Doors and Gates

• Anodized Aluminum Frames with Plexiglas panels (bronze or clear) or with Laminated Safety Glass.
• Steel door panels can be finished with a variety of RAL or custom matched colors. Note: regardless of finish the Shaftway model is supplied with a steel panel kickplate.
• Fire Rated Doors
• Powered Interlocks
• Power Door Operators
• Door required at the mid-landing of a three top unit

Optional Finishes - The Shaftway model can be finished in a variety of custom RAL colors or can be custom color matched.

Garaventa Genesis Shaftway - Miscellaneous Optional Features

Consult the Genesis Planning Guide for more information about these features.

• Autodialer Phone (ADA compliant)
• Stationary Ramp
• Fold down seat
• Mast Sidewall Panels
• Electrical Disconnect
• Pit Switch
• Arrival Gong and Digital Floor Display