Selection Guide • Abu Dhabi

Choose the Right Elevator with ETA

Not sure which lift fits your building? Use this simple, expert‑built guide to size, specify, and compare options — then book a free site survey with our engineers.

Traffic Analysis
Peak‑hour sizing
Code Compliant
EN 81 / ASME A17.1
Energy‑Smart
Gearless MRL + Regen

Six Steps to the Right Elevator

Define Building Type & Traffic

Residential, office, hotel, hospital, retail, villa. Estimate occupants, peak‑hour traffic, and required handling capacity. For towers, group elevators by zone to reduce wait times.

Set Capacity & Car Size

Select persons/kg and car dimensions that fit the shaft and use case (e.g., stretcher size for hospitals, large trolleys for hotels/malls).

Choose Speed & Travel

Match speed (m/s) to travel height and traffic. Typical: 1.0–1.75 m/s for mid‑rise residential; 2.0–3.5 m/s for high‑rise offices.

Pick Drive & Layout

Gearless traction MRL for efficiency and quiet. Consider machine‑room layouts if required. Decide door type (center/side opening) and clear opening width.

Plan Safety, Accessibility & Code

Include ARD, 3D door protection, emergency comms, braille and voice annunciation, fire service modes, and compliance with local regulations.

Finalize Finishes & Power/Civil Works

Choose cabin materials and lighting. Confirm power supply, pit depth, headroom, ventilation, and crane/hoist access for installation.

Compare Common Options

OptionBest ForCapacitySpeedProsConsider
Passenger (Gearless MRL) Residential & office mid‑rise 6–20 persons 1.0–2.5 m/s Energy‑efficient, quiet, no machine room Check headroom/pit requirements
Home/Villa Lift Private villas and low‑rise 2–6 persons 0.3–1.0 m/s Compact shaft, low pit, custom finishes Lower speeds; verify power phase
Bed/Service Lift Hospitals & hotels 1600–2500 kg 1.0–1.75 m/s Large car, stretcher compliant, durable Sanitary finishes, door cycles
Freight Lift Malls, warehouses 1000–5000 kg 0.5–1.6 m/s Rugged car, high‑duty doors Queue management, floor loading

Spec Checklist

  • Building type & number of floors/travel (m)
  • Persons/kg & car internal dimensions
  • Door type (CO/SO) & clear opening (mm)
  • Speed (m/s) & controller features (destination control?)
  • Safety: ARD, 3D door protection, emergency comms
  • Accessibility: braille, voice, handrails, COP height
  • Power supply & regenerative drive preference
  • Pit, headroom, shaft condition & ventilation
  • Finishes: walls, floor, ceiling, lighting
  • Compliance & documentation requirements
< 30 sec
Target avg wait*
99.5%
Uptime SLA
20–30%
Energy savings (regen)
* Depends on group size, zoning, and traffic profile.

FAQ — Choosing the Right Elevator

How many elevators does my building need?

Depends on population, floors, and target waiting time. Offices often run destination control with groups of 3–6 cars per bank; residential towers may use 2–4 depending on height and occupancy.

Is MRL better than machine‑room?

Gearless MRL saves space and energy for most projects. A separate machine room can be preferred for certain heavy‑duty or legacy replacement scenarios. We’ll recommend based on your shaft and duty.

Can I modernize instead of replacing?

Yes. Controller, traction machine, door operator, and COP upgrades can deliver major improvements with minimal civil work. We’ll evaluate reuse vs replacement during the survey.

What about power cuts?

We specify ARD (Automatic Rescue Device) so the car stops at the nearest floor and opens the doors. Options include UPS or generator integration depending on duty.