1. What is a homelift?
A homelifts is a small passenger elevator used in tall houses ranging from 3 to 5 floors, with a capacity of 200 kg to 500 kg, equivalent to transporting 2 to 6 people at a time.
With many different manufacturers, homelifts vary in shape, size, load capacity, and technology. Due to this variety, homelifts can be installed in various types of residences such as villas, townhouses, mini apartments, and are becoming increasingly popular as social income rises. Therefore, users have more choices when installing an elevator in their homes.
2. Classification of homelifts
Currently, the range of homeliftss is quite diverse. To easily classify homelifts, Benelifts will evaluate based on the following 3 criteria:
2.1 Origin Classification
Origin is considered one of the factors that significantly affect the price of an elevator. Specifically, readers can follow the comparison table below:
Feature | Joint Venture Elevator | Imported Elevator |
| Structure | Machinery and equipment are imported from abroad, with components assembled locally | Imported directly from the manufacturer, meeting European standards. |
| Pros | - Standard assembly by the manufacturer. - Cost-effective - Flexible maintenance costs | - Modern manufacturing technology - Stable quality with high durability - Diverse product designs. |
| Cons | - Difficult to ensure quality of machinery and equipment - Limited design diversity. - Often encounter issues, with potential risks of accidents - Low synchronicity as main components are imported from abroad. | - Long lead times due to ordering from overseas. - Expensive. |
2.2 Technology Classification
Like other types of elevators, homelifts are divided into 3 main technology types: screw technology, hydraulic technology, and traction technology. Details of these 3 technologies are as follows:
Feature
| Screw Technology
| Hydraulic Technology
| Traction Technology
|
| Structure | - Operates based on an electric motor and a system of screws and belts - Gear system controls the movement of the elevator platform up and down | - Operates by pushing a Piston, requiring a hydraulic reservoir - Oil supports power transmission and helps lubricate the contact surface. | - Operates using a cable system. The traction cable pulls the entire elevator through pulleys, cables, and an electric motor. - The traction cable bears all the load when the elevator is in operation. |
| Pros | - Compact elevator size, maximum space-savings. - Diverse load capacities. - Fast elevator transport and installation processes. - Ensures very high safety standards. - Has a power storage system in case of sudden power loss. - Low maintenance frequency. | - No machine room construction. - Space-saving on upper floors and pit. - Fast, smooth movement. - Good energy savings.
| - Suitable for small spaces. - Fast movement speed, reduced noise, good load-bearing capacity. - Affordable. - Easy maintenance |
| Cons | - Slow elevator movement speed. - High maintenance costs. | - Requires a hydraulic reservoir. - Environmental pollution. - High repair costs, complex maintenance. - Low aesthetic appeal. | - Require appropriate size of elevator shaft and pit |
2.3 Structure Room Classification
Homelifts classification based on the machine room divides into two types: elevators with machine room and elevators without machine room.
Feature | MRA | MRL |
| Structure | - Machine room equipment integrated into the elevator shaft. - Uses a gearless motor with a compact size. | - Machine room located on the highest floor includes electrical cabinets and a traction machine. - Uses a geared or gearless system. |
| Pros | - Optimizes building space. - Suitable for structures with height limitations. - Elevators with machine rooms operate smoothly. - Up to 25% energy savings. - Environmentally friendly, no need for periodic gearbox oil checks. - Quick and simple maintenance and upkeep processes. | - Regular gearbox oil changes. - Simple construction and installation. - Affordable elevator purchasing costs. |
| Cons | High costs. | - Environmental pollution. - Difficult installation in low-ceiling spaces. - Suboptimal space utilization. - Relatively high maintenance costs. - High energy consumption |
3. Benelifts S.r.l - Prime European Elevator Solutions
Benelifts S.r.l, a reputable provider in importing European elevator solutions, has gained trust and preference from many users. Our products meet European safety and quality standards (EN 81-41), with installation processes regularly supervised and inspected. Our flexible after-sales policy ensures optimal costs for customers.
Benelifts elevators are designed to meet the installation needs for homes with limited space. Compact product lines like Elux Tubo and Elux Bello offer numerous advantages:
- Uses traction technology: With a winding drum motor, the elevator reduces noise, has good load-bearing capacity, and is easy to maintain.
- Despite using traction motor technology, Benelifts elevators can be installed in small spaces starting from 1000mm square, as the winding drum motor eliminates the need for a counterweight, reducing the elevator's size.
- Elevator without a machine room: Optimizes building space, suitable for projects with limited height, eco-friendly, and saves up to 25% in energy consumption.
- Benelifts import elevators from Europe at reasonable prices.
If you have any questions or need detailed product information, contact Benelifts now for specific advice and choose the most suitable solution for your project.
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