How Sesame Access Partners with Lift Companies to Expand Bespoke Accessibility Solutions
Key Takeaways
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Sesame Access works with selected lift companies to expand its bespoke accessibility lift partnerships globally.
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Each installation remains fully designed, built, and serviced by Sesame to maintain engineering quality and brand integrity.
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Partner companies act as referral or sales partners, connecting clients seeking premium, retracting stair and platform lifts.
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Products such as the People’s Lift, Thames Retracting Stair Lift, and Westminster Equality Act Lift showcase the range of design possibilities.
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All lifts include inclusive long-term service contracts for reliability and ongoing compliance.
Introduction
Sesame Access is known internationally for its precision-engineered retracting stair and platform lift systems, designed to make architectural spaces more accessible without compromising design. Through its bespoke accessibility lift partnership program, Sesame now collaborates with qualified lift companies to deliver these innovative systems worldwide. This approach ensures that clients benefit from local expertise while receiving a consistent standard of engineering and after-care from Sesame’s UK team.
What Is the Sesame Lift Partnership Program?
The partnership model allows reputable lift suppliers to promote and offer Sesame’s bespoke solutions within their own markets. These include platform lifts, retracting stair systems, and Equality Act-compliant installations. Partner companies introduce the client, and Sesame manages all technical stages, ensuring that the product remains engineered, installed, and serviced by the original manufacturer.
This structure protects both quality and brand integrity while providing partners with access to an expanding product catalogue and established engineering support.
How Does the Quotation and Design Process Work?
When a partner company identifies a potential project, they share basic drawings or a concept layout with Sesame. A Teams meeting is then arranged with the partner, the client, and Sesame’s engineering team to discuss technical requirements, building integration, and accessibility needs.
Following this, Sesame provides example drawings, indicative prices, and advice on planning or listed building applications. Once the client confirms interest, detailed site-specific designs and quotations are prepared.
For reference, related Knowledge Hub articles such as How Sesame Access Manages Complex Lift Projects and Retracting stairlifts transform heritage entrances
What Makes Sesame Lifts Different from Off-the-Shelf Solutions?
Every Sesame installation is bespoke. Unlike mass-produced platform lifts, these systems are tailored to each site’s architectural form and finish. This customization allows seamless integration into heritage buildings, commercial entrances, or public spaces where discretion and quality are essential.
Products like the Mayfair Stairlift or Thames Retracting Stair Lift fully retract when not in use, preserving original staircases and aesthetics. These lifts are precision-engineered, typically requiring around 24 weeks from approval to completion, including manufacturing and installation.
Inclusive Long-Term Service Contracts for Reliability
Sesame Access retains direct responsibility for servicing and maintaining every lift supplied through its partnership network. This ensures consistent technical standards and reliable operation.
Service visits are carried out by Sesame engineers who are trained specifically on the bespoke systems. Contracts are inclusive, covering all call-outs within the service agreement, avoiding unexpected maintenance costs and ensuring long-term peace of mind for clients.
What Are the Benefits for Partner Companies?
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Exclusive access to the Sesame range of retracting and platform lifts.
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Commission rates typically between 2.5% and 5%, depending on project size and complexity.
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Ongoing technical support and drawing assistance from Sesame’s design team.
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Collaborative marketing and joint Teams meetings with potential clients.
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Strengthened credibility through association with a world-recognised accessibility brand.
Why Partner with Sesame Access?
Sesame is looking for companies with strong networks among architects, conservation specialists, and accessibility consultants. The partnership model rewards those who promote innovative accessibility solutions in challenging environments, listed buildings, luxury retail, theatres, and civic spaces.
By joining the bespoke accessibility lift partnership, you gain access to engineering expertise, a proven brand reputation, and products trusted by global institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long does a typical project take from start to finish?
Most projects take around 24 weeks, including design, manufacture, and installation.
Can partners install the lifts themselves?
No. All Sesame lifts are installed by Sesame’s own engineers to maintain quality and compliance.
What level of commission can a partner expect?
Commissions generally range between 2.5% and 5% depending on the project scope.
Are these lifts suitable for listed buildings?
Yes. The Buckingham Listed Building Lift and Westminster Equality Act Lift are specifically designed for heritage and conservation-sensitive environments.
How are service and maintenance handled?
All after-care is performed by Sesame’s in-house engineers under inclusive service contracts.
What is the typical price range for Sesame lifts?
The People’s Lift starts around £45,000, while large retracting or platform systems can exceed £200,000 depending on design and features.
Where are Sesame lifts available?
Sesame supplies and installs lifts across the UK and internationally through its approved partner network.
What qualifications do partner companies need?
Partners must demonstrate experience with architectural or accessibility projects and maintain professional client relationships within their local markets.
How do Sesame lifts compare with standard platform lifts?
Sesame lifts are bespoke, architecturally integrated systems, engineered individually for each site, not mass-produced or modular.
Can I see example drawings before committing?
Yes. Example design options are provided during the initial quotation stage to help visualise integration and layout.
Next Step
If your company would like to explore partnership opportunities with Sesame Access, please book a Teams Meeting with one of our Project Managers using this link:
https://www.sesameaccess.com/book-a-meeting