Overhead Traction
The Overhead Traction elevator utilizes a geared traction machine that is located in a machine room directly above the elevator hoistway. The Overhead Traction is capable to achieve a higher speed and travel when compared to a Hydraulic system and also offers a smooth and quick ride.
The Overhead Traction Elevator comes in an array of configurations. There is a standard overhead arrangement with the cwt on the rear or side wall, a corner-post arrangement, basement traction, and the 2:1 traction.
If you are interested in any of these traction elevator options that we offer or have any other questions please contact our engineering department.
Rear-Mounted Counterweight
This counterweight placement is recommended for front openings.
1 - Different shaft sizes from those listed in the above table can be accommodated by Amerivator Systems Corporation. Please contact our engineering department to determine the capacity options available to you at your given dimensions.
2 - Pocketing a door will reduce the required hoistway depth for a given capacity.
3 - All dimensions are for information only and cannot be used for construction without being confirmed by Amerivator Systems Corporation.
Side-Mounted Counterweight
The side- mounted counterweight design can be used with front openings or front and rear opening elevators. This arrangement has the counterweight located on either side of the platform.
Above features the counterweight side mounted, seen with Front (left) or Front and Rear (right).
1 - Different shaft sizes from those listed in the above table can be accommodated by Amerivator Systems Corporation. Please contact our engineering department to determine the capacity options available to you at your given dimensions.
2 - Pocketing a door will reduce the required hoistway depth for a given capacity.
3 - All dimensions are for information only and cannot be used for construction without being confirmed by Amerivator Systems Corporation.
Pit & Overhead Requirements
1 - Note that any increase in cab height or speed will result in an increase in the “Minimum Overhead” and “Minimum to Underside of Machine Beams” contact engineering department for speeds greater than 350 FPM.
