Case study

Overview

Lester Controls worked with Classic Lift to deliver a robust hydraulic lift solution for Rothesay Pier, supporting public access to ferry services in a challenging coastal environment.

The Challenge

Public infrastructure projects require:

• High durability and reliability

• Adaptability to changing environmental conditions

• Safe and efficient passenger flow

• Integration with non-standard structural movement

In this case, the lifts needed to accommodate a moving upper platform level, adding complexity to system design and operation.

The Solution

Lester Controls provided a hydraulic control solution built around the Almega II controller, designed to deliver consistent performance despite the dynamic platform conditions.

System Specification

• 2 x simplex passenger lifts

• 2 stops

• 10 person / 750kg capacity

• Down collective control

• Through entrance configuration

• VF powered doors

• Hydraulic drive system

• Moving upper level integration

Key Features Delivered

• Almega II controller

• New hydraulic power units

• Cedes positioning system

• Full pre-wired solution

• Speech functionality

• TFT indication (70 & 43)

• A3 compliance and EN81-20/50 standards

• ECO features

• Panel and landing test functionality

• PB37 button package

The Result

The completed installation delivers a reliable and adaptable lift solution that supports safe public access while accommodating the unique operational challenges of a ferry platform environment.