The DH-VH… form a diverse group of single-deck columns, all fully hydraulically operated by 2 lift cylinders mounted in vertical position in the side columns of the lift frame. The DH-VH… benefit from reduced maintenance costs, as many of the traditional components susceptible to wear (steel ropes and pulleys, chains and sprockets) are eliminated from the design.
Most DH-VH… use a mechanical torsion tube link between the 2 lift runners to realise synchronisation between the 2 lift cylinders and obtain a steady, level platform movement from the vehicle floor to the ground (and vice versa).
Fully hydraulic lifts (also called “direct lifts”) are available in various models, and for different lift capacities. The most popular models are:
DH-VH.10.H1 ● 750 – 1000 kg
Compact lift frame with minimal depth in or behind the vehicle body
Therefore often mounted laterally, e.g. as wheelchair or stretcher lift on medical vehicles
Full aluminium platform
Hydraulic closure with 2 tilt cylinders, the platform angle is fully adjustable
DH-VH.30.H1 ● 1000 – 3000 kg
Heavy duty direct lift for a wide array of applications
Suitable for higher capacities, with longer platforms
Hydraulic closure with 2 tilt cylinders, the platform angle is fully adjustable
Available with external shrouds and internal sealing kit
DH-VH.30.E1 ● 1000 – 3000 kg
Heavy duty lift, suitable for higher capacities and use in “hostile environment” conditions
Automatically folding steel / aluminium platform
Enables the vehicle to reverse into the loading docks with the folded platform evacuated below the floor level
Hydraulic closure with 1 tilt cylinder, no intermediate tilt adjustment possible
