摘要 |
A ceiling mounted lift (200), of the type having a support frame (210) housi ng a drive mechanism (240) that operates to raise and lower a lifting platen (2 2) using a fabric drive roller (244), has a stabilizer (230), and is small enou gh to fit between standard ceiling joists. Preferred stabilizers have free movement in substantially only one plane and such arrangement is aided by th e use of a bearing and hardened washers. Lifts according to the present invention can safely have a travel distance of up to 50 feet, and can manage payloads up to 1000 pounds.
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