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Elevator Technology
Learning objectives:
Elevator history Conventional elevator technology Technological advances MRL cost & space savings, and sustainability benefits Future trends
Elevator Technology
Worldwide,
1.37 billion
people ride on elevators each day.
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Elevator Technology
Elevator history
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The first elevator may have been built by Archimedes in 236 B.C.
Elevator Technology
Elevator Technology
In 1823, an ascending room provided paying visitors with a wonderful view of London.
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Gearless
300'
Geared
200'
Rise/Travel
100'
60'
Roped
Holed
40'
Holeless
20'
0'
Hydraulic Elevators
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Elevator Technology
Hydraulic Applications
Three configurations: 1) Direct Plunger Holed 2) Roped Plunger Roped Underslung 3) Holeless (not pictured)
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Traction Applications
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Drawbacks: Higher noise level Slow speeds Poor ride quality High energy consumption Environmental concerns significant use of hydraulic oil
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Drawbacks: Higher installation cost Longer lead times Longer installation Significant loads on top of structure Penthouse requirements Critical path
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Elevator Technology
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) and Variable Voltage, Variable Frequency Drive (VVVF)
Reduces motor size and weight Reduces energy consumption and heat output New motor/drive technology enabled the creation of Machine Room-Less (MRL) elevator solutions.
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Saving Energy
AC Gearless PMSM Technology - +93% efficient - 50-70% less energy than traditional traction or hydraulic machine technology - 6.7 hp vs. 40-60 hp Reduced Starting Current Demand - 30-40% less energy than traditional hydraulic or traction
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Elevator Technology
Assuming a useful life of 30 years, thats a lifetime savings of $160,740 enough for a 2009 Porsche 911 S Coupe
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Elevator Technology
Elevator Technology
Saving Space
Control Closet - Saves space and eliminates a full machine room Configuration - Integral - Adjacent
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Eliminating Oil
Oil in traditional elevator technology - Lubricate machine - Hydraulic motion The average hydraulic elevator uses approximately 300 gallons of oil over its lifetime.
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Elevator Technology
Installation Benefits
Mechanics have superior control over their work environment Hoisting procedures are visible and under control
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Installation Benefits
Reduces Project Management Interfaces - No drilling well holes - No waterproofing pits - No coordinating cranes - No structural machine room slab
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Installation Benefits
Reduced costs - Structural machine room not required - Maintenance and access is improved - No additional costs for penthouse or access to penthouse Stairwells Lighting
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Elevator Technology
Sustainable Ownership
Buildings account for 40% of the worlds energy consumption Elevators account for 2-10% of that 40% Over the lifetime of a new elevator the energy savings can amount to more than the initial cost of the equipment In high traffic applications, 30-40% of energy consumed can be recovered through regenerative systems In low traffic applications, the energy used while sitting idle (standby energy) can mount up to 70-80% of the total energy consumed
Elevator Technology
Gearless
300'
Gearles MRL
Geared
200'
Rise/Travel
100'
60'
Roped
Holed
40'
Holeless
20'
0'
Hydraulic Elevators
Machine-room-less
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Technology Advances
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I see hydraulic elevators diminishing within the next 5-10 years. The new technology will become greener and wont require external power. Also, people dont want to drill in the ground to accommodate a hydraulic elevator.
-Barry Pletch, CEO Thyssen Krupp Elevator Technology
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