Fake Check: Portable stairlifts do not exist

Why this representation doesn’t work

At first glance, the device shown looks modern and well-thought-out. A compact platform sits on the stairs and appears to move up or down independently. Such images create the illusion of a simple solution. However, if you look closer, a fundamental question remains: how is this actually supposed to work?

There is no visible guide, no attachment, and no mechanism that could move the device stably on the stairs. The platform seems to simply "drive." One should not be deceived by this.

Movement without plausible technology

The image does not show how the platform is supposed to overcome the stairs step by step. All technical requirements for safe operation are missing:

• No wheels to provide grip.
• No rails to guide the system.
• No structure to ensure stability.

The risks of lacking stability

Staircases are hazard zones. In everyday life, even small mistakes can lead to falls. When technical devices are used, this risk increases significantly if they are not firmly attached to the stairs.

Stability requires a fixed anchor

Safety on stairs is based on permanent guidance. Only a fixed connection guarantees that a system does not swerve sideways, tilt, or fail to react in a controlled manner. It defines the path and protects the user. The concepts shown on the internet ignore this safety aspect. Since the system is only loosely placed on the steps, there is no physical stabilization. Without mechanical anchoring, safe operation on a staircase is impossible.

Physics cannot be ignored

What stands stably on flat ground behaves very differently on a staircase. As soon as a person stands on a small platform, the center of gravity shifts upward. On an inclined surface, this creates a constant risk of tipping over. Every small movement by the person immediately affects the overall safety. In the image, the platform still looks steady. However, there is no safety mechanism and no force holding the system in place.

It looks good visually, but it is technically impossible. Additionally, strong forces are generated during starting and braking. Without a fixed guide, these movements cannot be controlled. This is exactly why such portable concepts do not work in practice.

Why such solutions do not receive certification

Accessibility aids for stairs must meet very strict regulations. These requirements are not theoretical; they are based on real-world experience and accidents from the past.

Requirements for a safe system

• An officially certified system must meet clear conditions:
• A firm grip on the staircase.
• Guided and controlled movement.
• Protection against slipping and tipping.
• Emergency stop functions.
• Safe distribution of the load.

The solution shown offers no technical answer to these points. This is not due to a lack of information, but rather because, with this concept, such safety features technically do not exist.

Real solutions from Rigert Stairlifts

At Rigert Stairlifts, we have been developing solutions for every type of staircase for over 60 years. Our systems are safe, officially certified, and technically sophisticated. In contrast to visual gimmicks, we offer you proven technology that you can rely on in your daily life. Here you will find our solutions that actually work:

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