Freight Elevator Dimensions
The following table lists the most commonly used freight elevator dimensions:
| Capacity | Cab Dimensions (mm) | Door Dimensions (mm) | Hoistway Dimensions (mm) | |||||
| lbs | Width | Depth | Height | Width | Height | Width | Depth | |
| 2200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2200 | 1400 | 2100 | 2500 | 2700 | 2070 |
| 4400 | 1700 | 2400 | 2200 | 1500 | 2100 | 2780 | 3080 | 2870 |
| 6600 | 2000 | 2800 | 2200 | 1700 | 2100 | 3200 | 3600 | 3270 |
| 8800 | 2000 | 3600 | 2200 | 2000 | 2100 | 3450 | 3650 | 4070 |
| 11000 | 2600 | 3400 | 2400 | 2200 | 2300 | 4000 | 4250 | 3870 |
Small freight elevators carry loads between 2000 lbs and 4000 lbs, suitable for small businesses and shops to transport light cargo such as furniture, packages, or small equipment.
Medium freight elevators handle loads ranging from approximately 5000 lbs to 8000 lbs, ideal for small to medium-sized factories or supermarkets.
Large freight elevators can handle loads exceeding 11,000 lbs. They are used in large warehouses and logistics centers to transport heavy machinery, forklifts, vehicles etc.
Freight Elevator Types
We also need to know the two types of freight elevators: traction-type and hydraulic-type.
Hydraulic Freight Elevator
Hydraulic freight elevators use a hydraulic system to drive the car. They feature a simple structure, lower requirements for shaft, and relatively flexible size design. They are suitable for low-rise buildings and heavy-load applications. However, hydraulic freight elevators operate at slower speeds with limited lifting heights, making them unsuitable for high-rise buildings.
Traction Freight Elevators
Traction freight elevators use an electric motor to drive steel cables, lifting cargo by retracting and extending these cables. They operate smoothly with low energy consumption, making them suitable for transporting large goods, typically with load capacities reaching over ten tons.
Conclusion
Choosing the right freight elevator size not only facilitates cargo loading, but more importantly, ensures the long-term efficient operation of the building. Load capacity, car dimensions, and door dimensions all need to be considered comprehensively to achieve optimal results.
Whether your project is a warehouse, factory, shopping mall, or multi-functional building, if you are planning a new project or upgrading an existing freight elevator, please contact Dazen. We are ready to provide the most professional solutions for your project.