Introducing AVA
The adaptable lift
The next-generation AVA lift is pre-configured offsite & installed "plug & play" to save time, money and the environment.
The lift of tomorrow, delivering results today
The AVA lift is designed to be different. The configurable nature of the lift design means that AVA can fit any station, anywhere.
The lift with NextGen performance & efficiency
Performance is of course key when developing lift systems. When you match this with AVA's cost savings from more efficient delivery & sustainability it's a real win-win.
Cost Savings
The AVA Lift is designed and manufactured with no lift pit, and with the majority of assembly off-site, resulting in overall savings in both time and cost.
Faster Procurement
With an AVA bridge, we expect a 65% reduction in site time, a 75% reduction in the overall project programme, and a 60% reduction in railway possessions.
Lower Emissions
Sustainability is a big part of what we do here at AVA too. The AVA Lifts come with a step change in a reduction in WLC CO2e.
Better Performance
With AVA Lifts you can expect a 200% increase in service life and a 100% increase in lift reliability.
Accessibility
AVA is designed to be safe and accessible. Reliability and usability are integral parts of the AVA Lift methodology. The lift helps to provide equitable access for people walking, wheelchair users, bikes & trollies.
Network Rail-Specific Design
All of our lifts are specifically designed to suit Network Rail installation with a new or existing footbridge. They are manufactured and assembled in Sheffield from configurable parts to work with bridge variables and are delivered complete with integral installation equipment.
Better
performance
The AVA Bridge & Lift system scores the maximum points in every category in an independent assessment of Network Rail approved footbridges.1
- Sustainability
- Context
- Passenger Experience
- Safety
- Maintenance
- Buildability
- Cost
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Beacon
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The independent assessment was carried out by Gottlieb Paludan Architects, Currie & Brown and Davies Maguire for Network Rail.
Lifts reimagined & manufactured for the modern world
The "plug & play" Lift
AVA is proud to innovate the design, build and in-service reliability of passenger lifts in the UK. The AVA Lift is pre-configured, factory tested and delivered to site ready to install.
Our approach minimises disruption to train stations and schedules by minimising possession times, while also ensuring compliance with BS EN 81-20.
Bespoke
configuration
- Highly configurable to fit any station, anywhere.
- Maximise user choice with "Knowledge Based" configurator tools for manufacturing automation.
- Improve performance and productivity with modern methods of manufacturing, contemporary design & construction.
Offsite
manufacturing
- A controlled manufacturing environment enables lift components to be produced, assembled and rigorously inspected.
- Ready to install lift which is pre-configured & factory tested.
- Assembled off-site, fully clad & bolted, with no need for welding.
Rapid onsite
deployment
- AVA can be delivered and built significantly faster than traditional methods.
- Fully pre-commissioned and installed with minimum possessions, and line blocks.
- Modular build allows for proven design and maximum reuse for sustainability.
Any station,
anywhere
The production of AVA lifts moves from the traditional "Industry 2.0" to a digital "Industry 4.0" with a focus on manufacturing rather than fabrication.
The configurable nature of the lift design means that AVA can fit any station, anywhere.
With offsite manufacturing and rapid onsite delivery, we can install effectively with a 75% reduction in overall project programme time.
Our lift is adaptable, cost & carbon effective and most importantly it's designed for the user to enable accessibility for all.
Phil Webb
AVA Bridge
