Euroformat for architects: drawings, lift shafts and technical support
Euroformat for architects provides technical materials, lift shaft drawings, brochures and consultations that help integrate a lift into a project correctly.
Why architects need early communication with the manufacturer
A lift affects the architecture of a building before construction even starts. It should not be treated as equipment that can simply be installed later, because the shaft, pit, top-floor headroom, machine room, entrances, doors and technical access all need to be incorporated into the project in advance.
For architects, early communication with the manufacturer reduces the risk of rework. If the shaft parameters do not match the selected lift type, the developer may face restrictions on lift cabin dimensions or configuration, more complex installation or additional technical compromises. This is why design should begin not with approximate dimensions, but with verified drawings and agreement on the key parameters.
Euroformat treats lift equipment as part of the building infrastructure. For architects, this means access to materials that help move more quickly from an overall concept to a technically correct solution.
Materials available on the website
| Material | What it is used for | What should be considered |
|---|---|---|
| PDF drawings | Quick review of parameters and layouts | Useful for initial analysis and discussion with the project team |
| DWG drawings | Work within the design environment | Required for more accurate integration into architectural drawings |
| ZIP archive | Downloading a complete set of materials | Useful when all files need to be saved and shared with the team |
| Brochures | Overview of product areas, equipment and solutions | Do not replace engineering approval for a specific project |
| Questionnaire | Structuring the technical enquiry | Helps collect the initial data required for consultation and a commercial proposal |
All Euroformat lifts are equipped with a guaranteed evacuation system. If the main power supply fails, the system moves the lift cabin to the nearest floor and opens the doors. This feature should also be taken into account when preparing technical documentation and coordinating engineering solutions.
PDF drawings are convenient at an early stage, when the team is comparing several lift options or checking whether the basic shaft parameters are suitable. This format is intended for quick review, discussion and internal approval within the project team.
DWG
DWG lift drawings are required for more accurate work by architects and designers. They help integrate the shaft, openings, doors and technical areas into the working documentation. At the same time, a DWG file does not replace final approval with the manufacturer, as the project parameters may change.
Brochures
Brochures are useful for gaining a general understanding of Euroformat’s product areas, lift types, completed projects and technical context. They should be used as supporting material rather than as the sole source for the final design solution.
Questionnaire
The questionnaire helps structure the enquiry: building type, number of stops, rated load, shaft parameters, doors, lift cabin and additional requirements. For architects, this is a simple way to provide the manufacturer with a structured set of data rather than a general description.
Common mistakes in lift shaft design
Lift shaft drawings are one of the most important parts of the project. This is where risks most often arise, and they can later be difficult to correct without affecting the building structure.
A short self-checklist:
- Has the rated load and lift cabin capacity been defined?
- Has the lift speed been agreed?
- Have the requirements for the technical space needed to accommodate the equipment been defined?
- Have the shaft width and depth been checked?
- Have the pit and top-floor headroom been taken into account?
- Has the number of entrances been defined?
- Has the door opening type been agreed?
- Has technical access been provided?
- Does the lift cabin correspond to the class of the building?
- Have the latest drawings been sent to the manufacturer for review?
An error in any of these points can restrict the choice of equipment or require changes to the project. It is therefore better to agree the key parameters before the architectural design is finalised.
How to agree the solution before the final design
The first step is to define the type of building: residential complex, office, hospital, hotel, public building or specialised facility. The preliminary lift parameters then need to be defined, followed by an assessment of which technical solution corresponds to the building architecture, shaft dimensions, pit, top-floor headroom and available technical space. After that, the architect checks the shaft, entrances, doors and lift cabin against the latest Euroformat drawings.
The second step is to provide the manufacturer with the initial project data. Even if PDF or DWG drawings have already been integrated into the project, final approval is still required to avoid technical discrepancies. This is particularly important for development projects, where changes to the shaft after construction has started can affect the schedule, budget and floor layouts.
Review the materials for architects or send your drawings to Euroformat engineers for verification before the project is finally approved.
Frequently asked questions
Which Euroformat materials are useful for architects?
Architects can use PDF and DWG drawings, ZIP archives, brochures and the lift equipment questionnaire. These materials help with the preliminary review of the shaft, lift type, entrances, doors, pit and top-floor headroom. The final solution should still be agreed with the manufacturer.
Can DWG drawings be used directly in the project?
DWG drawings can be used as a working basis for integrating the lift into the project documentation. However, they should not be treated as final approval for a specific building. Before the project is finalised, the current parameters should be checked with the manufacturer.
Why should the lift shaft be agreed in advance?
The shaft affects the lift type, lift cabin, doors, pit, upper part of the shaft, installation and technical access. If its parameters are defined incorrectly, the choice of equipment may be restricted. Early coordination helps avoid rework in the building structure.
What should an architect prepare for a consultation?
For a consultation, it is advisable to prepare the building type, number of floors, number of stops, rated load, shaft parameters and requirements for the doors, lift cabin and machine room. If drawings are available, they should be provided from the start. This makes it possible to move more quickly to technical approval.
Conclusion
Architects should work with the lift from an early stage of the design process, because this is when the shaft, pit, upper part of the shaft, machine room, doors and technical access are defined. Euroformat materials in PDF and DWG formats, as well as brochures and the questionnaire, help structure the work but do not replace final technical approval. The best approach is to use the available documentation, verify the parameters with the manufacturer and incorporate the lift into the project without unnecessary assumptions.