This document summarizes the benefits of permanent lifts over having workers climb stairs, including increased productivity, plant output, efficiency, and safety. It then provides details on Alimak Hek rack and pinion lifts, which are easy to install and maintain, reliable, and can lift loads up to 2,400 kg at speeds up to 1 m/s to heights of up to 250 m. Alimak Hek is a global leader in industrial lifts with over 30,000 installed worldwide across various industries.