Installing lifts in large shopping centres often came with a costly catch: the floors were already finished, and digging new lift shaft pits wasn’t feasible without major disruption and expense. This was turning away potential sales — not because the lifts weren’t suitable, but because the standard base design didn’t fit the real-world environment.
The Opportunity
Design 4 Solutions was brought in to solve the problem — and saw an opportunity to create a low-profile lift base that could work without the need for a deep pit, unlocking a new market for their client.
The Solution
We collaborated with a local manufacturer to design a completely new lift car base with a reduced threshold depth, keeping the product compatible with existing components and installation workflows.
Our team provided:
- 🔧 Full structural calculations
- 📐 Detailed CAD drawings and 3D models
- ✅ Testing protocols to ensure strength and compliance
This approach allowed the installation teams to keep using a product they already trusted — now in environments they previously couldn’t.
The Results
- ✅ 200% increase in sales from previously unreachable sites
- ✅ Zero disruption to installation workflows
- ✅ Competitive edge for the sales team
- ✅ New opportunities unlocked across the retail sector
The Takeaway
Every technical limitation is also a business opportunity. By rethinking the problem instead of working around it, we helped our client not only solve a common installation issue — but turn it into a competitive sales advantage.
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