Vertical Platform & Cargo Lift Systems.
Explore our custom vertical platform lifts and cargo lift systems, designed for homes, garages, shops, barns, and elevated coastal properties. From residential access lifts to heavy-duty cargo lift systems, WC Lifts builds solutions for real-world use.
Cargo Lifts
WC Lifts manufactures residential cargo lift systems designed to move equipment and materials between elevated decks, garages, shops, and upper levels. Our Classic and Pro Series cargo lifts provide dependable vertical lifting solutions for elevated homes, coastal properties, and residential workspaces — offering customizable platform sizes, smooth lifting performance, and proven mechanical reliability.
Classic Series
The Classic Series is the lift that we started back in the early 2000’s. Designed for reliability, strength, and simplicity, this model remains our most trusted solution for residential cargo lifting. This unit can be a DIY kit and fully customizable in size.
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54.25” x 54.25” x 46” OD overall dimensions
46” tall railings on all sides
Picket spacing typically five per side (excluding gate)
One self-closing gate (location of choice)
Optional opening configurations available
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100% aluminum construction
All stainless-steel hardware
3” x 4” aluminum I-Beam guide rails
12” wide aluminum non-slip flooring
No braking system (can be added as option)
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Lifting capacity: up to 1,000 lbs
Travel height: up to 24 feet
17 feet default (higher travel available with upgrades)
Dual aluminum winders (cables never touch)
Dual ¼” stainless-steel aircraft cables
5,500 lbs tensile strength each cable
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Compact WC Lifts branded Controls
Pre-wired for 220 volt (recommended) or 120 volt
Proven solid state relays
Hand held wireless remote control
Adjustable mechanical limit switches
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Totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) painted 56C frame 1HP Industrial-grade motor
Heavy duty oversized ball bearings
American rolled steel frame with aluminum end bells
High tensile steel keyed shaft
Continuous duty with a service factor of 1.15 ( can run 15% over rated HP)
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Light-weight all aluminum design resists rust and corrosion
100:1 ratio for strong durable performance
1590 in-lbs of torque
Max of 16 feet per min (approx 60 seconds for 17’ of travel)
Hardened and ground integral worm gear and shaft
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Concrete mount
In-ground mount
Pro Series
The Pro Series is our Classic unit but with some upgraded features with the same reliability, strength, and simplicity. This unit can be a DIY kit and fully customizable in size.
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54.25” x 54.25” x 46” OD overall dimensions
46” tall railings on all sides
Picket spacing typically 9-10 per side (excluding gate)
One self-closing gate (location of choice)
Optional opening configurations available
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100% aluminum construction
All stainless-steel hardware
3” x 5” aluminum I-Beam guide rails
12” wide aluminum non-slip flooding
Included braking system
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Lifting capacity: up to 1,200 lbs
Travel height: up to 35 feet
17 feet default (higher travel available with upgrades)
Dual aluminum winders (cables never touch)
Dual ¼” stainless-steel aircraft cables
5,500 lbs tensile strength each cable
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Compact WC Lifts branded Controls
Pre-wired for 220 volt only
Soft start and stop VFD controller
Latching hand held wireless remote( press and release to operate)
Adjustable mechanical or magnetic limit switches
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Italian made resin filled 220 volt 1.5 hp
Sealed ball bearings
Die cast aluminum housing
Continuous duty with a service factor of 1
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Italian sleek design cast aluminum housing
80:1 ratio for smooth quite operation
1695 in-lbs of torque
Max of 14 feet per min (approx 75 seconds for 17’ of travel)
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Concrete mount
In-ground mount
Vertical Platform Lifts (VPL)
Vertical Platform Lifts are designed to safely move people between levels in residential and light commercial environments. They are commonly used for mobility access, ADA compliance, and convenience where stairs or ramps are impractical.
Residential & Light Commercial Vertical Platform Lifts
WC Lifts vertical platform lifts are specifically designed and rated for people and engineered to meet ADA, ASME, and applicable local code requirements, making them a trusted solution for residential elevators, wheelchair platform lifts, and mobility access between levels.
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54" x 48" x 84" cab (typical configuration)
Enclosed cab or guarded platform options available
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Designed and rated specifically for transporting people
Enclosed cab or guarded open platform designs
Interior handrail included
Built to meet ADA, ASME, and applicable local code requirements
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All vertical platform lifts include a full integrated safety system:
Interlocked gates and doors
Emergency stop
Dual brake system
Limit switches and over-limit protection
Pan switch system
Pinch-point protection
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Designed to meet ADA / ASME and applicable local code requirements
Additional inspections and documentation may be required depending on jurisdiction
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Wheelchair platform lifts
Vertical platform lifts (VPL)
Residential elevator-style lifts
Lift Comparison
Whether you’re moving equipment or creating accessible access between levels, our lift systems are designed for different needs. Compare Cargo and Vertical Platform Lifts (VPL) to find the right fit for your space.
| Cargo Lift | Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) | |
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| Series | Classic, Pro, Custom | Vertical Platform |
| Purpose | Move goods, not people | Specifically designed to move people |
| Use | Boxes, tools, groceries, equipment | Mobility access, ADA compliance, convenience |
| Applications | Garages, barns, shops, docks | Homes, public buildings, access projects |
| Passenger Rating | Not rated for passengers | Rated for passenger use |
| Unit Type | Momentary remote (must hold button to operate) | Enclosed cab or guarded platform |
| Controls | Simple controls (often momentary hold to operate) | Passenger-grade controls |
| Full Safety System | N/A |
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| Engineering | Optional | ADA / ASME certified |
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