Storage & Loading

Need to secure or load a wheelchair safely? Storage and loading adaptations fitted near you in Hemel Hempstead.

Hoists, tie-downs and automatic boot loading that work with your daily routine, not against it — fitted around your specific vehicle and wheelchair or scooter, not a universal bracket.

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Which situation sounds like yours?

Start with what's actually happening — we'll point you to the right adaptation.

“I need my wheelchair or scooter loaded into the car automatically.”

Abi-Loader and similar systems load and stow your wheelchair or scooter into the boot at the push of a button, so you're not lifting it yourself every time.

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“I need my wheelchair secured safely once it's in the vehicle.”

Tie-down and securing systems keep a wheelchair safely in place for travel, fitted to your specific vehicle and chair.

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“My wheelchair or scooter is too heavy to lift myself.”

Hoists take the weight for you, lifting a wheelchair or scooter into the boot without you or a carer having to lift it manually.

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Why SDL

Fitted around your vehicle and your routine — not a universal bracket.

Every hoist, tie-down or automatic loading system we fit is set up for your specific vehicle and wheelchair or scooter combination, assessed here in Hemel Hempstead — not a generic fit that happens to fit most cars. If you change your chair or your vehicle, we recalibrate rather than start again.

Storage and loading adaptations are typically a Stage 2 adaptation — fitted to a vehicle you already own or one already converted at Stage 1. Not sure what that means for you? Read our Stage 1 vs Stage 2 explainer →

A compact 2-way electric boot hoist for loading lighter wheelchairs and mobility devices up to 50kg, fitted and set up from our Hemel Hempstead workshop.

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Abi-Loader with its arm extended in the boot of Jo Dowdall's Ford Focus

Customer Story · Storage & Loading

Abi-Loader and secondary controls in a Ford Focus Estate

Jo was struggling to lift her wheelchair in and out of her car. We fitted an Abi-Loader and a GuidoSimplex infrared secondary control to her Ford Focus.

Jo Dowdall · Abiloader

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Common questions

Do you fit storage and loading adaptations outside Hertfordshire?

Our workshop is in Hemel Hempstead and we regularly fit and service vehicles across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and North London — get in touch to check coverage for your area.

How do I know whether I need a hoist, tie-down or automatic loading system?

It depends on what you're loading, how heavy it is, and whether you need to lift it yourself or secure it once it's in — we'll confirm what fits at your assessment.

Are wheelchair hoists and loading systems available on the Motability Scheme?

Some are — we'll confirm eligibility for your chosen option directly, as this varies by product. If you've been referred by Motability, your adaptation is arranged through your assessment.

Can you fit a loading system to any vehicle?

Most vehicles can take some form of hoist, tie-down or loading system, but the right option depends on your boot space, vehicle type and what you're loading — we'll confirm what's possible for your car at assessment.

Already referred by Motability?

Here's exactly what happens next and how to reach us fast.

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Ready to talk it through?

Free consultation, no pressure — we'll tell you honestly what fits your situation.

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