Transportability is a key advantage in this style of lift, and many lifts feature collapsible base legs for access through narrow doorways. Some even collapse fully for travel, which is a must for road warriors. Most floor lifts come in powered and non-powered versions. A relatively new category, the multiple-use lift offers the user great flexibility and the opportunity to meet several different types of transfer needs with a single product. This type of lift typically employs a single lifting mechanism with multiple mounting stations to accommodate a variety of transfers such as car, bath or home.
Devices are available in both powered and manual versions.
In addition to the traditional tub transfer seat, there are now several powered and non-powered lifts available for the shower or tub. Similar to track and floor lifts, they use a variety of user attachment devices. In addition, water pressure powered devices are now available which lift and lower from a base in the bottom of the tub or shower. Typical configurations are either rotary or boom-type motion. Sling Offers security, and support at the price of convenience and the need to plan ahead to place the sling under the user prior to transfer.