PLATFORMS FOR GOODS ONLY
PLATFORMS FOR GOODS ONLY
Engineered Simplicity. Reliable Strength. Built for Every Load.
Vertin Lifts designs and manufactures bespoke goods-only platform systems engineered under the Machine Directive 2006/42/EC — delivering dependable vertical transport solutions for industrial, commercial, and logistic facilities.
Whether traction or hydraulic, each system is purpose-built for safe, efficient, and flexible goods movement where conventional elevators are not required or practical.
Technical Overview
| Load Capacity | Configurable up to 10.000 kg depending on drive type and project requirements |
| Drive Type | Available in Traction (MR or MRL) and Hydraulic configurations |
| System Type | Heavy-duty platform system with reinforced U-Frame or Tandem hydraulic structure |
| Speed Options | Up to 0.15 m/s |
| Control System | PLC-based microprocessor controller with soft start/stop, precise leveling, and safety interlocks |
| Platform Design | Non-slip steel floor with customizable dimensions; reinforced for pallet, cart or vehicle loading |
| Door Type | Manual or automatic vertical bi-parting, sliding, or swing-type heavy-duty doors |
| Power Unit Location | Hydraulic: Compact HPU in adjacent room / Traction: MR or MRL configuration |
| Pit & Headroom | Designed for low pit (250–400 mm) and reduced headroom (2500–2800 mm) conditions |
| Safety Compliance | Fully compliant with Machine Directive 2006/42/EC, EN 81-41 and relevant industrial standards |
| Operation | Goods only — access restricted during operation by safety doors and interlocked controls |
Design Flexibility
Every platform is custom-built to project requirements — from compact indoor lifts to large outdoor units.
Options include:
Custom platform sizes and load ratings
Galvanized, stainless steel, or painted finishes
Fire-rated or insulated doors
Integration with existing warehouse automation systems
Outdoor installation with weatherproof HPU cabinets
Performance & Safety
Vertin’s platform lifts incorporate industrial-grade safety systems to ensure reliable operation even under maximum load:
Overload detection and protection
Mechanical and hydraulic safety valves
Emergency lowering and stop functions
Door interlocks preventing entry during movement
Automatic leveling and creep control
Shock-resistant guide and frame assemblies
All systems are tested and certified under the Machine Directive 2006/42/EC, ensuring compliance with European standards for goods-only transport platforms.
Have unique requirements? Please get in touch. Engineering team will find the solution.

