Ascension Virtuoso 5460P Vertical Portable Wheelchair Lift

"The Arlington Convention Center has been using the Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift for about 14 years, and it has always been reliable each time it was needed. We especially appreciate the many safety features that prevent it from being misused or used in an inappropriate manner."

Dave Johnson, Operations Manager
Arlington Convention Center
Arlington, TX

"The Bangor Auditorium and Civic Center has owned an Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift since March of 2000. To say that we are pleased with this product would be an understatement. The lift has performed flawlessly and because of its ease of use, has bailed us out of many a situation where the need to make our stage sets accessible was not known until virtually the last minute! The lift requires minimal maintenance and is always ready to go when we need it. I wish we could say that about all our equipment. Keep up the good work!"

Michael Dyer, Director, Bass Park Complex
Bangor Auditorium and Civic Center
Bangor, ME

“We here at the Dallas Convention Center are very satisfied with Ascension's Portable Wheelchair Lift. It is very versatile which enables us to use it on varying heights of staging as well as move it to different locations. The lift is very durable and has not had any mechanical problems during the six years we have had it.”

Stanley Hayes, Operations Manager
Dallas Convention Center
Dallas, TX

“I can honestly say that the Ascension portable lift is a reliable, sturdy, easy to operate, attractive, space saving alternative to ADA ramps for staging. I have used them in three facilities (David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Hynes Convention Center, and the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center) and have trained staff in their operation with positive results. The portability of the unit is another key reason for owning it; utilizing multiple ramps is an expensive, time consuming and space demanding answer to client services when all you have to do is move the lift from one location to another.”

Paul O’Connell, Director of Operations
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA

"It's a great buy. The lift is easy to use and very helpful in getting people into difficult areas."

Lee Amabisca, Maintenance Supervisor
Fresno Convention Center
Fresno, CA

"We have used the Ascension portable wheelchair lift now for about two years. In that time, it has become apparent that it is the superior way to gain access to our staging. Our ramps have been gathering dust in the storage areas. Not only is it faster and safer than a ramp system it requires less space in both the event layout and storage of the unit. A win, win situation. In a convention center everything is always on the move and having the lift on wheels fit our needs perfectly."

Monty Patrick, Building Supervisor
Grand Wayne Convention Center
Ft Wayne, IN

“We have had the lift in service since 1997 and have found it to be a valuable tool. We use it on a limited basis where we utilize seating risers & stages that would create a barrier to attendees who have mobility issues. It has been trouble-free requiring little maintenance and is well received by our clients.”

Mike Polovcin, Director of Operations
Hawaii Convention Center
Honolulu, HI

"We had the good fortune of purchasing an Ascension SLA-2050ES wheelchair lift in October of 1997. Prior to this time we had no means of allowing persons with disabilities to access stages higher than 2'. Now that we host eight high school graduations and three University Commencements we have found the lift to be invaluable to our operation for these events in particular. We also use the lift for banquets and other events throughout our facilities.  The lift is adaptable to a variety of stage heights which is critical for us. We are also very pleased with the lift's ease of operation and safety features. Equally important to us is the fact that Ascension has always been available for us anytime we have questions or need help with the lift. Their customer service is outstanding and I recommend this product and Ascension for anyone looking to secure a lift."

Chuck Vestal, Assistant Director of Event Services
Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Winston-Salem, NC

"The Los Angeles Convention Center has used our two portable Ascension wheelchair lifts continuously for 13 years. The units are of the highest quality construction and design and have only required regular, routine lubrication and inspection. The lifts have been extremely reliable and have never failed to operate properly. Thanks for an excellent and reliable product."

Allen Ward, Building Repairer Supervisor
Los Angeles Convention Center
Los Angeles, CA

"I wanted to let you know the Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift that was purchased for the Miami Beach Convention Center continues to perform well. The unit is also easy to set up."

Steve Clark, Director of Operations
Miami Beach Convention Center
Miami Beach, FL

"The electric Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift has been a great addition to our equipment inventory. We had previously used a portable wheelchair ramp which took up more space, time and labor to put into position. Many times in the past we would have to adjust our setup to accommodate the long ramp. With the electric Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift, we can place it just about anywhere, it can be set up and operational in minutes for those last minute requests, and it looks beautiful. This one piece of equipment has noticeably elevated our service to a new level."

Rick Romio, Facility Services Manager
San Diego Concourse
San Diego, CA

“We have used the Ascension SLA 2050ESD lift in our buildings for about 7 years now. We use it approximately 3-4 times a year and have had great results.”

Russ Northup, Building Maintenance Superintendent
San Jose Convention Center
San Jose, CA

"Thanks for a job well done. We received your lift today for use in our Santa Rosa Veterans Center and we are very impressed with the unit's design and quality. It arrived on schedule and in great condition. I was very impressed with the attention to all the details. Thank you very much for your quality workmanship."

Dale Wittman, Project Specialist
Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building
Santa Rosa, CA

“We have Ascension lifts in both the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and in the new Spokane Convention Center. We have found both lifts to be very effective in assisting our disabled guests with access to head tables and stages. The lifts you sold us years ago are still functioning very well. Thanks for a great product which allows us to provide a great service for our guests.”

Kevin Twohig, General Manager
Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena
Spokane, WA

"We have been using the Ascension Portable Wheelchair lift for quite a few years and have had great success with it. Our clients find it very accommodating and easy to operate. Our staff appreciates the ease in which they can move it from venue to venue. It has been a great investment and a great addition to our facilities."

Andrew Brown, Event Services Manager
Tucson Convention Center
Tucson, AZ

"Two years ago, we purchased an Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift and have been quite happy with its operation. We've used it a number of times to aid those with disabilities to access stages for everything from receiving diplomas to giving speeches. It has met our needs with regard to the Americans With Disabilities Act much better than the very long ramp that we used to use. Being a convention facility, we are required by our clients to erect stages of differing heights and the flexibility of the Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift allows people in wheelchairs to easily gain access to the stage surface no matter what the height is. Our Event Services Support Staff enjoys working with the Portable Wheelchair Lift as it is easy to move from space to space, as needed. It is also extremely easy to set up and it can be done in just a few minutes. Most of all, those in wheelchairs enjoy the ease of operation of the Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift, the safety features and the smooth ride up or down from the platform."

Bob Mayer, Director
Tulsa Convention Center
Tulsa, OK

"This is the second building I have managed and have recommended to the board to invest in an Ascension Lift for the facility. When combining the ease in setting it up, ability to place it where ever needed, simple training for the staff, along with the savings in time, labor and storage of the unit over the previous method of building the long and complicated ramps to the stage or platforms, the facts speak for themselves. I would and have recommended this unit to people who are looking for a versatile, sturdy, portable, reliable and easy to operate machine. The lift has proven to staff and our guests that it is worth every penny of the cost and investment."

Glenn Walinski, Facility Manager
Tyson Events Center
Sioux City, IA

“We have only used the lift about a dozen times over the past 5 years, but when we have put it in play, it saved countless hours of labor time and having to construct an accessible ramp to accommodate the stage rise.  Add the square footage necessary to set a ramp and there is nothing that beats the Ascension Portable Wheelchair Lift.  If there is a last minute notification of the need, we don’t sweat it at all.  We have also used it for ambulatory guests with limited mobility that cannot negotiate steps up to a head table.  It’s a vital piece of our meeting and convention equipment inventory.”

Lawrence E. Gawronski, CFE, VP/Executive Director
Vicksburg Convention Center and Auditorium
Vicksburg, MS