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*The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any products. For your convenience, we have compiled this information to be used as a resource. Products listed may or may not meet accessibility standards or recommendations. It is important to check design specifications of products. This list is not comprehensive. For more detailed information, please contact the NCA at (812) 856-4422 Voice, (812) 856-4421 TTY or nca@indiana.edu.

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Lifts

A pool lift sits ready for use installed in the pool deck of an outdoor pool.  The white lift seat is attached to silver lift mechanisms.  A footrest is visible. A silver pool lift with a gray seat is pictured on a white background.  The seat is attached to two silver cylinders and has armrests. A woman in a black bathing suit sitting on a white pool lift seat is lowered into an indoor, in ground pool.  A white lap belt and a black footrest are visible.  The lift seat is attached to solver lift mechanisms. A picture of a pool lift with a white background.  The seat is gray and armrests, footrest and a black lap belt are visible.  The seat is attached to a silver lift mechanism.
IGAT 180
Gallatin
Pool Access Lift-Automatic 180 Degree Turn
Pintlar

A white pool lift seat is attached to white and silver lift mechanisms.  An armrest is visible.  The background is black. No PIcture Available
Hoyer Pool Lift
Wheelchair to Water 2000


Sloped Entry

A white ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the entire length of the ramp. A white ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the entire length of the ramp. A stainless steel ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the beginning 1/8th of ramp surface.
Aquatrek Ramp
AQ-9000 Ramp
Kalispell


Steps

A woman holding a young child stands on pool steps submerged to her knees.  The steps are black and the step structure is white with handrails on both sides. White steps extend from the pool deck into the water with handrails on both sides.  Black anti-slip strips are visible the entire length of the steps.
Steps
Aquatrek Step


Transfer Steps

(Lincoln) – A white structure with 3 black steps sits on a pool deck next to the water. (Rehab Systems) - White steps extend from the pool deck into the water with handrails on both sides.  Black anti-slip strips are visible the entire length of the steps. A man in a red bathing suit transfers from a manual wheelchair to the top step of a white structure.  The white structure has 3 step levels to with a handrail on one side.  The step levels lead to a yellow and white structure with five steps leading into the pool water.  A handrail is visible on one side.
Transfer Platform
Transfer Platform
Transfer Tier





  Lifts

A pool lift sits ready for use installed in the pool deck of an outdoor pool.  The white lift seat is attached to silver lift mechanisms.  A footrest is visible.

IGAT 180

  • Designed to meet ADA recommendations. Automatic 180 degree seat turn, powered by water pressure, lifts up to 400 pounds at 55 PSI, vertical seat travel 42 inches. Installs in deck socket, is portable and includes a flip up footrest. Independently operable.
  • Aquatic Access, Inc.
    417 Dorsey Way
    Louisville, KY 40223
    Toll Free: (800) 325-5438
    Phone: (502) 425-5817
    www.aquaticaccess.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A silver pool lift with a gray seat is pictured on a white background.  The seat is attached to two silver cylinders and has armrests.

Gallatin

  • Independent use for people with difficulty entering or exiting the pool. New design makes fitting the lift to your pool gutter easier. Hydraulic system uses ordinary water pressure from the nearest hose bib. Lifting capacity is 400 pounds at 42 PSI. The flip-up outer arm allows laterial wheelchair transfers and provides safety and support.
  • Lincoln Equipment, Inc.
    2051 Commerce Avenue
    Concord, CA 94520
    Toll Free: (800) 223-5450
    Phone: (925) 687-9500
    Fax Toll Free: (888) 680-2825
    www.lincolnaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.


A woman in a black bathing suit sitting on a white pool lift seat is lowered into an indoor, in ground pool.  A white lap belt and a black footrest are visible.  The lift seat is attached to solver lift mechanisms.

Pool Access Lift – Automatic 180 Degree Turn

  • Automatic, water powered lift has a 180 degree turning radius, a weight lifting capacity of up to 400 pound at 55 psi and is built to accommodate lateral transfers. Adjustable seat height travels 42" up and down with upper and lower level controls for independent operation from deck or water. Comes complete with foot rest.
  • Recreonics
    4200 Schmitt Avenue
    Louisville, KY 40213
    Toll Free: (800) 428-3254
    Fax Toll Free: (800) 428-0133
    www.recreonics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A picture of a pool lift with a white background.  The seat is gray and armrests, footrest and a black lap belt are visible.  The seat is attached to a silver lift mechanism.

Pintlar

  • Designed to meet the new requirements for ADA compliance. Unit includes an adjustable footrest and flip-up outer arm. The seat rotates a full 180 degrees. This model has a 4 1/2" solid stainless steel cylinder that lifts 400 lbs. at 55 PSI. Static tested at 1200 lbs. Strongest lift system available. Operating lever adjacent to the seat in all positions. Seat is 17" high and 19" wide. Dual anchor points with transport wheels are standard.
  • Spectrum Aquatics
    7100 Spectrum Lane
    Missoula, MT 59808
    Toll Free: (800) 776-5309
    Phone: (406) 543-5309
    Fax Toll Free: (800) 728-7143
    www.spectrumaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A white pool lift seat is attached to white and silver lift mechanisms.  An armrest is visible.  The background is black.

Hoyer Pool Lift

  • The Hoyer Poolift is self-operated and water powered for ease of use with control levers at deck and water level that allow user to get in and out of water unassisted. Heavy-duty stainless steel frame is easy to remove and store when not in use. The Hoyer® Poolift is suitable for most in-ground pools.
  • Sunrise Medical
    7677 East Dry Creek Parkway
    Longmont, CO 80503
    Toll Free: (800) 333-4000
    www.sunrisemedical.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

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Wheelchair to Water 2000

  • The 2000 motorized model runs on an overhead track and offers complete vertical and horizontal range of motion. Push button control allows some individuals to move out of their wheelchairs, into the water, and back again independently.
  • SureHands Lift and Care Systems
    982 Route One
    Pine Island, NY 10969
    Toll Free: (800) 724-5305
    Phone: (845) 258-6500
    Fax: (845) 258-6634
    www.surehands.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

 


  Sloped Entry

A white ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the entire length of the ramp.

Aquatrek Ramp

  • A multi-purpose ramp consisting of a ramp, stair and underwater parallel bars. It can easily be removed from the pool making room for automatic cleaners and pool covers. The ramp has 30" treads and a weight capacity of approximately 600 lb. Constructed of non-corrosive metal encased in a rigid PVC skin. The treads, platform and approach ramp are made from injection molded virgin PVC with an added UV stabilizer and non-slip safety strips on each tread and the platform. The wheels are mounted in an impact resistant nylon hub with gray, non-marking tires. All fasteners are 304 stainless steel and the deck anchors are made of cast bronze. Weight: 300 lb.
  • Recreonics
    4200 Schmitt Avenue
    Louisville, KY 40213
    Toll Free: (800) 428-3254
    Fax Toll Free: (800) 428-0133
    www.recreonics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.


A white ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the entire length of the ramp.

AQ-9000 Ramp

  • The AquaTrek Ramp (AQ-9000) lets people of all ages enter and exit your pool with ease. It's easily removed for automatic pool cleaners, retractable pool covers and solar blankets. This is a multipurpose three-in-one system, comprising of a ramp, stair and under-water parallel bars. Constructed of a noncorrosive metal skeleton encased in a grid PVC skin, the ramp is both a light-weight and durable addition to any pool.
  • Rehab Systems, LLC.
    610 North University Drive
    Fargo, ND 58102
    Toll Free: (800) 726-8620
    Phone: (701) 293-9175
    Fax: (701) 297-9702
    www.rehabsystems.net
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A stainless steel ramp with handrails on both sides extends from the pool deck into the water.  Black anti-slip strips are visible along the beginning 1/8th of ramp surface.

Kalispell

  • All units are custom fitted to your pool and have a solid stainless steel structural assembly. The ramp surface is non-skid Duradeck® which is 36” wide. The handrails are 1.66” O.D. x .109” stainless steel and satisfy the federal ADAAG guidelines. Unit has wheels thus allowing removal for competitive activities within the pool. All structural components carry a 10-year warranty with a 1 year warranty for Duradeck® surface.
  • Spectrum Aquatics
    7100 Spectrum Lane
    Missoula, MT 59808
    Toll Free: (800) 776-5309
    Phone: (406) 543-5309
    Fax Toll Free: (800) 728-7143
    www.spectrumaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A woman holding a young child stands on pool steps submerged to her knees.  The steps are black and the step structure is white with handrails on both sides.

Steps

  • Aquastep Elite
    A variety of riser heights, 7.5 inch, 8.5 inch, 9.5 inch. High density polyethylene construction is lightweight yet designed for commercial use. Quick release mounting system allows the step to be easily detached from the pool deck.
  • Lincoln Equipment, Inc.
    2051 Commerce Avenue
    Concord, CA 94520
    Toll Free: (800) 223-5450
    Phone: (925) 687-9500
    Fax Toll Free: (888) 680-2825
    www.lincolnaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

  Transfer Steps

White steps extend from the pool deck into the water with handrails on both sides.  Black anti-slip strips are visible the entire length of the steps.

Aquatrek Step

  • Constructed of durable, non-corrosive plastic, non-slip safety treads on each step, lightweight and portable, built on wheels for transporting, allows users to enter and exit walking forward, available in 6 or 7 step models.
  • Rehab Systems
    610 North University Drive
    Fargo, ND 58102
    Toll Free: (800) 726-8620
    Phone: (701) 293-9175
    Fax: (701) 297-9702
    www.rehabsystems.net
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

(Lincoln) – A white structure with 3 black steps sits on a pool deck next to the water.

Transfer Platform

  • New platform designed to better accommodate patrons who desire to use the pool but do not want to use a lift. Provides an easy and comfortable way for people who use wheelchairs to move from their chair to the platform and down in to the water. Lightweight and portable for convenient storage. Quick release mounting system allows the transfer platform to easily be detached from the pool deck. 30 in width.
  • Lincoln Equipment, Inc.
    2051 Commerce Avenue
    Concord, CA 94520
    Toll Free: (800) 223-5450
    Phone: (925) 687-9500
    Fax Toll Free: (888) 680-2825
    www.lincolnaquatics.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

(Rehab Systems) - White steps extend from the pool deck into the water with handrails on both sides.  Black anti-slip strips are visible the entire length of the steps.

Transfer Platform

  • Usable with all pool access products, portable, non-skid surface, stainless steel fasteners, lightweight and durable.
  • Rehab Systems
    610 North University Drive
    Fargo, ND 58102
    Toll Free: (800) 726-8620
    Phone: (701) 293-9175
    Fax: (701) 297-9702
    www.rehabsystems.net
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.

A man in a red bathing suit transfers from a manual wheelchair to the top step of a white structure.  The white structure has 3 step levels to with a handrail on one side.  The step levels lead to a yellow and white structure with five steps leading into the pool water.  A handrail is visible on one side.

Transfer Tier

  • Users are able to slide sideways from their wheelchair to the upper deck unit, then lower themselves into the pool, tier by tier, using their upper body. The Transfer Tier is designed to be used independently or can be used with assistance.
  • Triad Technologies
    105 Spencer Street
    Syracuse, NY 13204
    Toll Free: (800) 729-7514
    Phone: (315) 422-7607
    Fax: (315) 422-7629
    www.triadtec.com
  • The National Center on Accessibility does not promote or endorse any product or manufacturer.



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