Evacuation Chair for Powered Stairway Emergency Evacuation

The Evacuation Chair Safety Chair EV-8000 Electric Power-Climb Evacuation Chair with Battery is a powered evacuation solution designed to support safe and controlled movement of individuals during emergency stair evacuations. This evacuation chair is suitable for use in hospitals, care facilities, public buildings and high-rise environments where lifts may be unavailable during emergencies. Its motorised Power-Climb technology reduces physical strain on operators while ensuring passenger safety.

In addition, the evacuation chair is engineered to support both upward and downward stair travel. Unlike traditional evacuation chairs limited to descent only, the EV-8000 provides powered assistance in both directions, making it particularly effective for multi-storey evacuations. The chair can be operated by a single person, with optional additional operator handles available when extra assistance is required.

The evacuation chair features a high-strength aluminium frame that balances durability with lightweight handling. Anti-slip height-adjustable handles, an easy-to-use control panel and adjustable self-braking tracks ensure stable and intuitive operation. A quick-release four-point harness secures the passenger during transit, while industrial locking rear wheels provide stability on flat surfaces.

Key Benefits and Safety Features

The Evacuation Chair Safety Chair EV-8000 is designed to deploy quickly and be ready for use within seconds. Its foldable design allows compact storage and wall mounting, ensuring accessibility during emergencies. Flame-retardant materials, low maintenance requirements and rechargeable lithium-ion battery power make this evacuation chair a practical long-term safety solution for buildings with evacuation responsibilities.

Powered assistance significantly reduces manual handling risks, supporting compliance with workplace safety and evacuation planning requirements. The EV-8000 is suitable for a wide range of users, with a high weight capacity and ergonomic design focused on passenger comfort and operator control.

Technical Specifications

What’s Included

• EV-8000 powered evacuation chair

• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

• Battery charger (UK / EU / US)

• Passenger headrest

• 4-point passenger harness

• Way-finding wall sign

• Wall mounting hooks

• Protective cover

• User guide