Frequently asked questions

This is usually a complex and costly solution because lift shafts are normally incorporated into the building design from the outset. Adding a new shaft to a completed building section may be technically impossible without substantial reconstruction. This is why the required number of lifts should be calculated in advance rather than trying to correct the situation after the building has been completed. It is one of the reasons why careful project calculations are important before construction begins.

Yes. If lifts are located far apart or serve different groups of floors, this can affect how efficiently passenger flow is distributed between them. Locating several lifts close together generally allows the load to be distributed more flexibly. Lift location should therefore be considered together with the required number of lifts during the design stage.

Not necessarily, because lift cabin capacity is only one of several parameters. Passenger flow, number of stops and usage scenarios also affect how transport is organised. Replacing several lifts with one larger lift should therefore not be considered without an appropriate calculation.

The number of residents is an important initial indicator, but it is not sufficient for a final decision. Movement patterns, number of stops and equipment parameters should also be considered. It is the combination of these factors that provides the basis for a proper project calculation.

No. Load capacity defines the permitted load but does not describe the complete process of transporting passengers. Lift cabin capacity, number of lifts, number of stops and usage scenarios should also be considered. This is why a single characteristic cannot replace comprehensive equipment selection.

Lift cabin capacity is linked to the rated load and other parameters of the lift equipment. At the same time, the selected solution has to be integrated into the lift shaft and the building’s architecture. Agreeing these parameters early allows them to be considered as part of one coordinated technical solution.

Yes. Lift usage patterns can differ significantly between residential, office, hotel and public buildings. For this reason, the same lift cabin capacity should not automatically be considered equally suitable for different types of buildings. The initial requirements should be defined for each specific project.

No. The total number of users does not fully describe how people move within the building. It is also important to consider the building type, number of floors and expected usage scenario. Once these factors are understood, the required lift parameters can be selected more accurately.

No. The requirements of different buildings and lift usage scenarios may vary, and the characteristics of the specific equipment must also be taken into account. Backup power parameters should therefore be determined separately for each project.

The characteristics of the lift equipment and the required operating scenario during a power outage need to be known. It is important to determine whether only evacuation is required or whether the lift should continue making further trips. Based on this, the technical requirements for the backup power solution can be defined.

This depends on the characteristics of the specific lift and the backup power source. The operating load and required scenario must also be taken into account. Compatibility should therefore be confirmed during technical selection.

Evacuation mode is designed to allow passengers to leave the lift cabin safely. It does not mean that the lift can continue to be used regularly throughout the outage. Continued trips require a separately defined backup power scenario.