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Ricon Wheelchair Lifts
At BETTER LIFE MOBILITY, we specialize in practical, accessibility solutions for all mobility needs within the home or outdoors. When you want to maintain a healthy, happy, active lifestyle, choose a Ricon wheelchair lift. All wheelchair lifts pass rigorous testing to provide people with disabilities a reliable way to keep their independence.

Have piece of mind in knowing that your mobility equipment is installed by our factory trained and certified QAP installation team.

Vehicle Platform Lifts

VMI Ricon Slideaway

VMI Ricon Slideaway



 

A revolution in platform lift design, the Slide-Away provides you the strength and durability only available in a dual-post lift, with the flexibility and interior room you need. When using the lift, the sliding second tower travels toward the front of the vehicle, and when not in use it travels toward the rear of the vehicle leaving the side door unobstructed for able-bodied users and providing full use of the front passenger seat. The most innovative platform lift design the industry has seen in a long time. The strength and safety of a dual post lift PLUS the clear access and front passenger seat functionality you thought was only possible with a single post lift. The Slide-Away handicap lift has a rated lifting capacity of 600lbs, with an 800lb. installation kit available for some applications

  • Provides unobstructed access through side cargo doors when lift is not in use
  • Allows full use of front passenger seat
  • Innovative dual post lift design
  • Optional 800lb installation kits available for some applications
  • Built in, easy-to-use, two step manual backup system

VMI Ricon Clearway

VMI Ricon Clearway



 

The Clearway's fully automatic split platform folds up and out of the way at the push of a button, leaving the doorway clear, while its strong all-steel frame and powerful hydraulic pump allow quick, reliable operation. Handrails on the frame provide increased comfort and security.

It features a stable, non-skid platform with automatic inboard and outboard rollstops, a built-in manual backup system, pre-lubricated bearings at all major pivot points for durability, and dual-power cylinders for smooth operation. It also includes Sto-Lok™ technology to ensure a quiet ride.

An optional power remote control, internal swing door operator and sliding door operator are available for even greater convenience.

The Clearway comes with a five-year limited warranty, including hydraulic components, and a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

Clearway handicapped lifts are designed for optimum accessibility and efficient operation.

  • All steel frame features convenient handrails for increased comfort and security
  • Stable, non-skid platform with automatic inboard and outboard rollstops accommodate most wheelchairs and scooters
  • Pre-lubricated bearings at all major pivot points offer long term durability
  • Built in manual backup system
  • High gloss polyester powder coat finish resists corrosion

VMI Ricon Uni-lite

VMI Ricon Uni-lite



 

The UNI-Lite, which features 1/4"-thin platform and aluminum alloy construction, weighs only 160 lbs., yet it can easily lift as much as 600 lbs.

Like all VMI platform lifts, the UNI-Lite aluminum wheelchair lift combines strength and reliability with features that allow convenience and easy operation. These include an internal swing door operator and sliding door operator, a powered rollstop with mechanical latch, and handrails with control switch. The UNI-Lite also features a built-in manual back-up system and may be equipped with an optional remote control.

This affordable lift is easy to maintain and comes with a five-year limited warranty.

The UNI-Lite is one of the world's lightest, smoothest and quietest handicap lifts.

  • Lightweight Aluminum
  • Extra smooth, quiet powerful electrical motor
  • Powered rollstop with mechanical latch
  • Smooth strong operation
  • Adjustable to fit most doors
  • Compact with large platform

VMI Ricon Reliant

VMI Ricon Reliant



 

The Reliant's trim, compact design allows you to make the most of your interior space, while its strong all-steel frame and powerful hydraulic pump ensure years of dependable use. It also features no-lube bearings at all major pivot points and patented Sto-Lok? technology that securely locks the platform in the stowed position.

This lift is incredibly easy to operate thanks to features such as automatic inboard/outboard rollstops, a non-skid platform, and convenient handrails with a control switch for lowering and raising the lift. The Reliant also includes a built-in manual backup system.

It comes with an optional power remote control, internal swing door operator and sliding door operator and is available in a range of dimensions to accommodate scooter lengths of up to 51".

The Reliant is covered by a five-year limited warranty.

The Reliant combines strength and dependability in a unique, compact design.

  • Compact design
  • Automatic inboard/outboard rollstops
  • Quiet, smooth operation
  • Welded all-steel frame
  • Non-skid platform
  • Permanent no-lube bearings at all major pivot points

VMI Ricon Klearvue

VMI Ricon Klearvue



 

The KlearVue's unique folding lift design eliminates hazardous blind spots, providing an unobstructed view for drivers as well as passengers. Its compact design also means no modifications must be made to your vehicle's roof or door - even when a long platform is necessary for larger wheelchairs and power scooters. It accommodates a 51" platform in a 48" door.

This powerful and quiet handicap lift for vans also features a built-in manual back-up system, automatic inboard/outboard rollstops, permanent, and no-lube bearings at all major pivot points.

The KlearVue folds to a compact size, giving drivers an unobstructed view of the road.

  • Automatic inboard/outboard rollstops
  • Quiet, smooth operation
  • Stable and compact when stowed
  • Permanent, no-lube bearings at all major pivot points
  • Powerful hydraulic pump
  • Built-in manual back-up system

VMI Ricon S-Series Commercial

VMI Ricon S-Series Commercial



 

VMI S-Series lifts offer a variety of unique features that ensure efficient, safe and comfortable travel in commercial transport applications like buses. This quiet, lightweight and compact design includes standee handrails and occupant safety belts for added security, inboard and outboard mechanical rollstops for ease of operation and Sto-Lokâ„¢ technology to ensure a quiet ride.

Additional features include stainless steel fittings and lubrication-free bearings. The affordably priced S-Series lifts comply with all applicable ADA standards and come with a five-year limited warranty.

S-Series lifts are exceptional products for commercial use.

  • S-Series lifts comply with all applicable ADA standards
  • Sto-Lok™ technology to ensure a quiet ride
  • Five-year limited warranty
  • Inboard and outboard mechanical rollstops

VMI Fiorella F500

VMI Fiorella F500



 

The Fiorella F500 has several unique advantages. The sleek Italian design integrates seamlessly with vehicle interiors and exteriors. Cutting edge materials and design mean a compact size and less weight on the vehicle suspension.

The F500 works great in a wide variety of vans. Some of the van models that are compatable for installation are the Ford Transit Connect, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, GMC Savana, Ford E-Series, and Chevrolet Express.

VMI mobility dealers can install a Fiorella F500 wheelchair platform lift in less than 3 hours for most installations. And visual and audible maintenance reminders let users know when their platform handicap lift needs service, parts replacement, or repairs. The F500 from Fiorella carries a 3 year warranty on parts and a 1 year warranty on labor.

  • Sleek, Innovative Design to Blend with Vehicle Interiors
  • Multi-Language LCD Interface
  • Remote Control
  • Warranty
  • Fully FMVSS Compliant
  • Built-in Manual Backup System
  • Signal LED's on Both Sides of Platform Lift