We design, install, and service a variety of elevator types, depending on the size and usage requirements of the building. The most common types of elevator systems we work with include:
A Borehole (in-ground) type elevator can be utilized for front and/or front and rear openings in any configuration. Typically, the industry’s standard design, it has been in use for years. A hydraulic cylinder (jack) is installed in the ground directly under the car platform. The rails are mounted to the hoistway on each side of the car. This arrangement can accommodate high and low capacity cars for passenger and service applications.
For a Hydraulic type elevator you will need an equipment room to house the equipment. This equipment room must be a minimum of 50 square feet with an out-swing door and at least 6’ 0” in one direction, or, 60 square feet with an inswing door and at least 7’ 0” in one direction. Minimum clear headroom required is 7’ 0” per code. Please note that keeping the equipment room adjacent to the elevator hoistway reduces cost.
See our Car Size & Weight Chart for hoistway dimensions, clear inside dimensions, pit, overhead, etc.
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This application will accommodate front and/or front and rear openings in any configuration. A multi-stage jack is mounted on each side of the car, attached to the rails. This application can be used up to 22’ 0” travel with no increase in standard pit depth or overhead clearance. Travel greater than 22’0” requires an increase in it depth or overhead at a rate of 6” per 1’0” travel dimension increase. The pistons are attached to the top of the car, thus eliminating the jack hole. It can be used with both passenger and service applications.
For a Hydraulic type elevator you will need an equipment room to house the equipment. This equipment room must be a minimum of 50 square feet with an out-swing door and at least 6’ 0” in one direction, or, 60 square feet with an inswing door and at least 7’ 0” in one direction. Minimum clear headroom required is 7’ 0” per code. Please note that keeping the equipment room adjacent to the elevator hoistway reduces cost.
See our Car Size & Weight Chart for hoistway dimensions, clear inside dimensions, pit, overhead, etc.
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This application will accommodate front and/or front and rear openings in any configuration. A jack is mounted on each side of the car, attached to the rails. This application is the most popular for 2-stop applications but can be used for up to 3 or 4 stops with low travel dimensions. The pistons are attached to the top of the car, thus eliminating the jack hole. It can be used with both passenger and service applications.
For a Hydraulic type elevator you will need an equipment room to house the equipment. This equipment room must be a minimum of 50 square feet with an out-swing door and at least 6’ 0” in one direction, or, 60 square feet with an inswing door and at least 7’ 0” in one direction. Minimum clear headroom required is 7’ 0” per code. Please note that keeping the equipment room adjacent to the elevator hoistway reduces cost.
See our Car Size & Weight Chart for hoistway dimensions, clear inside dimensions, pit, overhead, etc.
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This application will accommodate front and/or front and rear openings in any configuration. Wire ropes (cables) are used along with a hydraulic jack to lift the car at a 1 to 2 ratio (for every foot that the jack rises the car rises 2 feet). The jack, rails and sling equipment are mounted either to the side or to the rear of the car depending upon the opening configuration. It can be used with both passenger and service applications.
For a Hydraulic type elevator you will need an equipment room to house the equipment. This equipment room must be a minimum of 50 square feet with an out-swing door and at least 6’ 0” in one direction, or, 60 square feet with an inswing door and at least 7’ 0” in one direction. Minimum clear headroom required is 7’ 0” per code. Please note that keeping the equipment room adjacent to the elevator hoistway reduces cost.
See our Car Size & Weight Chart for hoistway dimensions, clear inside dimensions, pit, overhead, etc.
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See our Car Size & Weight Chart for hoistway dimensions, clear inside dimensions, pit, overhead, etc.
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This application utilizes a hoist machine, ropes and counterweights. Front and rear openings of any configuration can be used. The main guide rails are mounted in the hoistway at each side of the car. There is also a pair of counterweight rails located on either one side or the rear of the
hoistway. Several rope/sheave arrangements are used, depending upon the specific requirements. The geared machine along with the related drive equipment is generally located atop the hoistway in the penthouse/machine room or in some limited situations can be located next to the hoistway at a lower landing. It can be used with both passenger and service applications.
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If this is the type of elevator you are looking for, please contact us for capacity, hoistway, and car dimensions
Many large buildings need freight elevators for carrying heavy loads such as furniture and building equipment in large volumes. We install and service freight elevators in all building types.
Residential elevators are an important investment that add convenience and value to your home. We offer a variety of options and unique designs which allows us to customize the system to your home’s requirements, whether it’s for new construction or a remodeling project.
Contact us for information or a consultation on your home elevator project.
These elevators are limited in size, speed, and usage. They take up less space as well. LULAs are ideal for churches, schools, and small businesses that need a short lift but don’t have the extra space for a standard elevator.
Like the name implies, these elevators use a gearless hoist machine in the hoistway, eliminating the need for a machine room. Because our MRLs are not proprietary, they require different hoistway space than standard OEM suppliers.
Our staff can work with you to assess the space requirements for an MRL system.