Access BDD

What Access BDD does

Access BDD (legal entity TK Access Solutions Limited) is a UK-based manufacturer of stairlifts, home lifts, and platform lifts, founded in 1976 as Project and Design and headquartered in Stockton-on-Tees. The company designs, produces, and supplies a focused product line built around rack-and-pinion drive systems and battery-powered operation: the HomeGlide straight stairlift family (including HomeGlide, HomeGlide Extra, and the HomeGlide Outdoor weather-resistant variant), the Flow X curved stairlift featuring proprietary ASL (Advanced Swivel and Levelling) technology that allows installation on staircases as narrow as 610 mm, and the Supra Linea inclined platform lift for wheelchair users. Products are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, UKCA, and the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE with EN 81-40:2020 compliance, and the company holds Which? Recommended Provider status alongside BHTA, AEMA, and LEIA memberships.

The business operates exclusively as a B2B manufacturer, selling through a tiered certified dealer network (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze) that handles in-home consultation, installation, and after-sales support for end customers. Dealers are supported with structured technical and commercial training, demo units, technical troubleshooting, and a dedicated partner portal. The company is wholly owned by TK Elevator, one of the world's largest elevator companies, having been part of the group since 1999, and runs a UK headquarters, regional sales offices in Dubai and Singapore, and a US regional headquarters in Largo, Florida serving the United States and Canada markets. Revenue is generated from unit hardware sales to dealers at prices that vary by staircase length, configuration, and features, with HomeGlide Outdoor units starting from approximately €3,000 and operating costs of roughly €9.05 per year per installed unit.

Name

Access BDD

Legal name

TK Access Solutions Limited

Website

https://accessbdd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Access BDD is a UK-based manufacturer of stairlifts, platform lifts, and home lifts, selling exclusively through a tiered certified dealer network across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, and operating as a subsidiary of TK Elevator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobility Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing (333921), Home Health Equipment Rental (532283)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Stair Lifts, Platform Lifts & Residential Elevator Services (HSABAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Stair Lifts & Residential Platform Lifts (HSAPANAC), Home Mobility & Accessibility Equipment (Ramps, Stair Lifts, Transfer Aids) (HSABAKAB)

Keywords

• Stairlift manufacturing
• Mobility lift equipment
• Home accessibility solutions
• Platform lift installation
• Dealer distribution network

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockton-on-tees

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Stairlift Sales: Access BDD designs, manufactures, and supplies stairlift products (HomeGlide, HomeGlide Outdoor, Flow X) sold exclusively through a B2B dealer network. Products are installed by certified local dealers who provide in-home consultations, personalized quotes, installation, and ongoing support. Revenue is generated from product sales to dealers who then sell to end customers.
2. Platform Lifts Sales: Sale of platform lifts including the Supra Linea model for inclined straight staircases, suitable for wheelchair users. Sold through the same dealer network as stairlifts.
3. Home Lifts: Provision of home elevators as part of the product portfolio, sold through certified partner network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Access BDD designs and manufactures stairlifts, platform lifts, and home lifts that enable individuals with mobility challenges to move safely between floors in their homes. The product range covers straight, curved, and outdoor stairlifts as well as inclined platform lifts for wheelchair users. All products are sold exclusively through a global network of certified B2B dealers who provide in-home consultation, installation, and ongoing maintenance and support.

Product overview

Access BDD is a stairlift and accessibility solutions manufacturer offering a focused product portfolio centered on mobility equipment for individuals with mobility challenges. The product lineup comprises three main stairlift families: the HomeGlide series (HomeGlide, HomeGlide Extra, HomeGlide Outdoor) designed primarily for straight staircases, and the Flow X designed for curved, bent, or narrow staircases. The HomeGlide Extra adds powered swivel and linked footrest features as an upgrade. Additionally, the company offers the Supra Linea platform lift for wheelchair users requiring inclined platform access. All products are sold exclusively through an authorized dealer network for installation and after-sales support, with the company operating as a business-to-business manufacturer rather than direct-to-consumer.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HomeGlide: Stairlift product line for straight staircases, including HomeGlide, HomeGlide Extra, and HomeGlide Outdoor variants.
• Flow X
• HomeGlide Extra
• HomeGlide Outdoor
• Supra Linea

Products and services

• Flow X curved stairlift Precision-engineered curved stairlift for homes with curves, bends, or narrow stairs, featuring exclusive ASL (Advanced Swivel and Levelling) technology that keeps the seat level while travelling. Allows installation on staircases as narrow as 610mm. Sold exclusively through certified Access BDD dealers.
• HomeGlide straight stairlift Straight stairlift designed for simplicity and fast installation on straight staircases, with slim aluminium rail mounted to the stairs (not the wall), joystick control, retractable safety belt, and compact folded rail. Sold exclusively through the Access BDD certified dealer network.
• HomeGlide Extra stairlift Enhanced version of the HomeGlide straight stairlift adding a powered swivel seat rotation at the upper landing, an electrically linked powered footrest, a lock feature to prevent unauthorised use, and four-position adjustable seat height. Sold via Access BDD's certified dealer network.
• HomeGlide Outdoor stairlift Outdoor stairlift engineered for straight outdoor staircases, with weatherproof cover, key lock to prevent unauthorised use, 70° manual swivel rotation, and certification for temperatures from -15°C to +50°C for year-round external use. Sold via the Access BDD certified dealer network.
• Supra Linea inclined platform lift Inclined platform lift designed for straight staircases to enable wheelchair access between levels, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Sold via the Access BDD certified dealer network.
• Home lift (home elevator) Home elevators supplied as part of Access BDD's product portfolio, sold through the certified partner network for residential installations where a stairlift or platform lift is not suitable.
• Rental stairlifts Rental stairlift offering for customers who need temporary or short-term mobility solutions, supplied through Access BDD's certified dealer network.
• Reconditioned stairlifts Reconditioned/refurbished Access BDD stairlifts sold as a lower-cost alternative to new units, distributed through the certified dealer network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Stairlift operating cost of only €9.05 per year (January 2023)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TK ElevatorflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSince 1999, Access BDD has been part of TK Elevator, one of the world's leading elevator companies. As the distribution division of TK Access Solutions Ltd, Access BDD supplies stairlifts, platform lifts, and home lifts to a network of partners worldwide. This parent company relationship provides Access BDD with global scale, resources, and corporate backing as part of a major international mobility solutions provider.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Savaria: North American accessibility and elevator manufacturer with a broad portfolio including stairlifts, residential elevators, and platform lifts. Comparable to Access BDD across the home lift and platform lift categories, with broader commercial elevator exposure.
• KONE: Global elevator and escalator manufacturer with growing residential and accessibility offerings. Comparable as a broad incumbent in vertical transportation; represents the strategic ceiling and competitive benchmark for the broader TK Elevator / Access BDD platform.
• TK Elevator: Access BDD's corporate parent and one of the world's largest elevator and mobility services companies. Comparable as a broad incumbent in vertical mobility, with Access BDD representing its residential retail distribution arm.

Direct peers

• Acorn Stairlifts: UK-based global stairlift manufacturer and one of the largest players in the category, with a strong direct-to-consumer marketing model. Directly comparable to Access BDD in product (straight and curved stairlifts) and customer base (elderly and mobility-impaired households).
• Handicare: Stairlift and accessibility solutions manufacturer (now part of Savaria) with a strong European footprint and direct sales in multiple countries. Overlaps directly with Access BDD in straight and curved stairlifts and in platform lifts for accessibility.
• Platinum Stairlifts: UK-based stairlift supplier and competitor with both new and reconditioned units plus a rental offering. Comparable product range and customer demographic to Access BDD, particularly in the UK dealer-served segment.
• Otolift: Netherlands-based stairlift manufacturer focused on compact and curved designs for European housing stock. Direct peer in narrow-staircase innovation and in dealer-led distribution across Europe.
• Stannah Stairlifts: UK-headquartered stairlift manufacturer with a long heritage (1867-founded parent) selling through both direct and dealer channels. Directly comparable in product range, geography, and end-customer demographic.
• Bruno Independent Living Aids: US-based manufacturer of stairlifts, vertical platform lifts, and vehicle lifts. Directly comparable in product mix (especially straight and curved stairlifts plus platform lifts) and in serving the aging-in-place consumer segment, primarily in North America.

Regional players

• Meditek: Canadian distributor/manufacturer of stairlifts, patient lifts, and other mobility equipment. Comparable in product category and end-customer demographic, primarily serving the Canadian market that Access BDD is also targeting through its Largo, FL operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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