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Pitless Elevator

A practical lift route when a conventional pit is difficult.

Airfoil Elevators pitless elevator solutions are considered for existing buildings and compact sites where a conventional lift pit is challenging to construct.

Airfoil Elevators pitless elevator installation

Product overview

A solution designed around the building and the people using it.

A pitless elevator is planned to reduce or avoid the need for a conventional deep pit, subject to the selected solution and site assessment. It provides an alternative path to vertical access in constrained locations.

It can be suitable for existing buildings, renovations, compact spaces and sites where excavation or a standard pit is difficult because of structural or ground conditions.

By focusing on the constraints early, a pitless approach can help owners explore elevator access without assuming that conventional civil works are the only route.

Pitless Elevator by Airfoil Elevators

Key features

Built around practical performance.

Reduced-pit planning

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Existing-building suitability

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Compact site consideration

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Accessible travel option

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Flexible door layouts

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Project-led technical review

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Clean integration approach

Planned to support the way this elevator is used every day.

Applications

Where this elevator works best.

Existing buildings

A suitable setting for a project-led pitless elevator solution.

Renovation projects

A suitable setting for a project-led pitless elevator solution.

Compact properties

A suitable setting for a project-led pitless elevator solution.

Constrained sites

A suitable setting for a project-led pitless elevator solution.

Technical specifications

Specified for your project, not a one-size-fits-all installation.

Load capacitySelected after assessing the intended users
Passenger capacityPlanned around available cabin space
SpeedSpecified for the selected solution and travel
Drive typeChosen after site feasibility review
Number of stopsConfigured for the existing building levels
Door typePlanned around landing conditions
Power requirementConfirmed after technical selection

Project note: Final specifications can be customised according to the building, travel, layout, usage and technical assessment.

Why choose this solution

Benefits that support daily use.

Explores access in constrained locations

Practical value designed into the project from the start.

Suited to renovation planning

Practical value designed into the project from the start.

Can reduce conventional pit dependence

Practical value designed into the project from the start.

Designed around real site conditions

Practical value designed into the project from the start.

Safety and quality

Careful planning beyond the cabin.

Airfoil Elevators focuses on reliable components, emergency systems, safety sensors, smooth operation, quality installation and maintenance support appropriate to the project.

  • Reliable component selection
  • Emergency system planning
  • Safety sensor consideration
  • Smooth travel and levelling
  • Quality installation approach
  • Maintenance support

Frequently asked questions

Pitless Elevator questions, answered.

What does pitless elevator mean?

It refers to an elevator approach designed for locations where a conventional deep pit is difficult or undesirable, subject to detailed site review.

Can it be installed in an old building?

Existing buildings may be suitable after a technical assessment of space, structure, travel and access.

Does pitless mean no site work is required?

No. Each project has its own preparation needs. The right scope is confirmed after survey and solution selection.

Is a pitless elevator suitable for every property?

Suitability depends on the building, available space, travel requirements and selected system. A site assessment is essential.

Looking for the Right Elevator Solution?

Talk to Airfoil Elevators about your building, travel requirements and the right product direction for your project.