Home Elevators
When looking into the world of home elevators, one should know that there are four main types of residential elevators available today: hydraulic, counterweight, winding drum, and pneumatic. Each has its own benefits depending on your space, design preferences, and budget. Here at Luxury Elevators, we offer all four elevator types to give you the flexibility to choose what works best for your home. However, we typically recommend the hydraulic elevator for most projects due to its quiet operation, smooth ride, and superior safety features. It's a reliable and efficient option that blends together performance, comfort, and budget.
The Hydraulic
The hydraulic elevator operates using a simple and reliable system powered by fluid pressure. At the core is a hydraulic cylinder and piston located at the bottom of the elevator shaft. When moving up, a hydraulic pump pushes fluid from a reservoir into the cylinder. As the fluid fills the cylinder, it pushes the piston upward, which in turn raises the elevator cab.
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Hydraulic elevators are an ideal solution for homeowners seeking comfort, safety, and convenience. Known for their exceptionally smooth and quiet ride, these elevators are designed to blend seamlessly into your home while providing reliable performance. With precision hydraulics and built-in safety features, hydraulic systems are widely recognized as the safest type of residential elevator available today. Whether you're planning for accessibility or simply adding luxury to your space, a hydraulic elevator offers peace of mind and effortless mobility.
Specs
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950lb lifting capacity
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40ft/minute travel speed
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Emergency battery backup
The Winding Drum
The winding drum elevator operates using a motor and a grooved drum that winds and unwinds steel cables to move the elevator cab up and down. When the motor turns the drum, it pulls the cables to lift the cab, with a braking system ensuring safe and precise stops at each floor.
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Winding drum elevators are known for their mechanical simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. Though the ride may not be as smooth or quiet as a hydraulic system, they're ideal for homeowners looking for a practical vertical transportation solution.
Specs
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950lb lifting capacity
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40ft/minute travel speed
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Emergency battery backup
The PVE
A pneumatic vacuum elevator (PVE) operates using air pressure to move the elevator cab vertically inside a self-supporting, airtight cylinder. When a call is made to go up, a vacuum pump located at the top of the shaft removes air from above the cab, creating a low-pressure zone. The higher atmospheric pressure below the cab pushes it upward. To descend, the system gradually lets air back into the upper chamber, allowing the cab to lower gently by gravity.
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These elevators are installed with no cables, pulleys, or counterweights—just clean, efficient air pressure. PVE elevators are ideal for homes with limited space, requiring minimal construction and offering a sleek, modern appearance.
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Specs
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30" 37" 52" cab sizes available
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350-525lb lifting capacity
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30ft/minute travel speed
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Emergency battery backup