The Modern Elevator

Check out the diagram below to learn more about the different components within an elevator system.

Controller

The elevator controller is the brain of the system, it automatically controls speed, direction, lights doors, and other relevant devices, it’s also in charge of monitoring the input/outputs for its safety devices. Most new. system utilize advanced PLC software and algorithms to improve and maximize transportation efficiency within a given building.

SmartRise C4

With its simple design and advanced engineering, our C4 controller pushed beyond past convetional non-proprietary controllers with supercharged performance designed of speeds up to 2000FPM. Innovative capabilities allow mechanics to share parameters within groups, streaming inspection testing, and granting easy access to construction mode.

Application: Supports Geared, gearless, overhead, basement, and machine room-less

Feedback: Distance and Velocity

Dispatch: Up to 8 car group

Max Openings: 128

Max Speed: 2000 FPM

Cabinet: Nema 1

Power Regeneration: Dynamic braking resistors for emergency stopping, unfiltered return for generated power to the main line.

G.A.L IV Traction Controller

GALaxy Controls are renowned in the elevator industry for their ease of use, feature-rich design, and reliability. Thanks to the adaptable, non-proprietary design of our Controls, you have the flexibility to connect them to any Traction or Hydraulic elevator operation. An intuitive built-in user interface allows for rapid set-up, upgrades and diagnostics, while the remote monitoring functionality of the GALaxy range creates unbeatable precision in analysis and troubleshooting.

Application: Supports Geared, gearless, overhead, basement, and machine room-less

Feedback: Absolute position/distance feedback capability

Dispatch: Up to 8 Car group

Max Openings: 60 floors

Max Speed: 450 fpm Geared, 1200 fpm Gearless

Cabinet: Nema 1

Power Regeneration: Dynamic braking resistors for emergency stopping, unfiltered return for generated power to the main line.

G.A.L eHydro Controller

Much like the GAL IV controller, the eHydro is built upon the same architecture that drive the traction controller. A new user interface and board design has been developed to ensure maximum safety, simplicity and long term reliability. The eHydro is the newest addition to the G.A.L. family and we are happy to see its arrival.

Application: Supports in-ground hydraulic, telescoping hydraulic, roped hydros.

Feedback: Absolute position/distance feedback capability

Dispatch: Up to 8 Car group

Max Openings: 12 floors

Max Speed: 150 fpm

Cabinet: Nema 1

Machines - Traction

The traction machines are the main moving devices of the elevator system. They come in 2 variations: geared which couples a motor (either AC or DC) to a worm gear connected to a crown where by which a sheave is turned and gearless which essentially couples a sheave directly to the motor (either AC or DC). Gearless machines are typically more expensive as they are more energy efficient, are easier to maintain as no oil is required, significantly more reliable and are typically installed on high speed - high rise installations.

Torin Geared TGD series

The Torin Geared TGD System provides a robust easy to install, easy to maintain solution for standard modernization projects.

Application: Standard geared modernization projects, Overhead & Basement machine rooms.

Roping: 1:1

Speed: 50 FPM - 500 FPM

Capacity: 1,500 lbs - 12,000 lbs

Hollister Whitney GT Series

The GT series is the latest in offering from Hollister Whitney. With over 120 years of elevator manufacturing, HW has perfected their design in this latest product. This new design has drastically reduced installation time, service time and down time while also improving reliability and performance.

Application: Standard geared modernization projects, Overhead & Basement machine rooms.

Roping: 1:1 & 2:1

Speed: 100 FPM - 500 FPM

Capacity: 2,500 lbs - 12,000 lbs

Imperial Gearless

Imperial (Nidec) provides high quality U.S. made machines. Originating from Tokyo Japan these units have been manufactured and built to extremely high standards, Many high end, high speed buildings across the world utilize these machines.

Application: 1:1 & 2:1

Speed: 100 FPM - 500 FPM

Capacity: 1,000 lbs - 3,000 lbs

Power Units & Valves

Hydraulic Elevator utilize oil reservoirs known as Power Units or Pump Units. These larger metal tanks typically include a pump, a motor, a muffler and a valve. The motor drives the pump and builds pressure which is then controller by the electronic valve. The muffler is used to prevent excessive noise from propagating within your building.

iTi Hydraulic - Submersible

This compact and versatile model is suitable for most projects in addition to being very economic. Our hydraulic power units are designed to work with both our products and existing installations.

Advantages:

• Compact and economical (excellent quality vs price ratio).

• The perceived noise level is mitigated with the installation “anti-vibration” pads.

• Completely customizable, the power unit can be installed easily with all types of configurations.

• Compatible with products from competitors (ideal for a replacement!).

iTi Hydraulic - Dry

The top model pushes the standards of performance, power and reliability. Entirely handmade according to your needs, the hydraulic unit will meet the requirements of high quality facilities. This type of configuration includes measures used to reduce noise, thereby promoting a more “peaceful” usage.

Advantages:

• The components are installed outside the tank and are protected by rigid guards installed at the most critical points of the assembly.

• Large space application, large industrial projects

MAXTON Valve

The Maxton UC hydraulic elevator control valve is the most common elevator control valve for low flow hydraulic elevator applications. Use the Maxton valve calculator for valve sizing to the job specifications. The UC valve was designed to meet the demands of the hydraulic elevator industry, featuring individualized adjustments, high efficiency solenoids, an integrated relief valve and more. JACK port is located to the right - TANK port straight across to the left - PUMP port at the bottom. Solenoid - Square pattern.

Drive Systems

The Drive system sometimes referred to as the inverter is used to efficiently control the motor with maximum precision. These drives take incoming voltage, load it to a DC bus then use PWM (pulse width modulation) to create AC sin waves used to control speed.

KEB Combivert F5 - Non Regen

The F5 COMBIVERT drive is designed to handle the most difficult applications worldwide and is available up to 1,200 Hp. The F5 platform is extremely flexible and offers configurable safety options, heatsinks, encoder interfaces, and communication ports.

KEB R6 & Magnetek Regen - REgen Drive

KEB R6 regen units use advanced power electronics and a proprietary control algorithm called Natural Current Modulation (NCM) to commutate current back to the grid. When paired with a VFD in overhauling applications, the R6 regen drive replaces traditional braking resistors.

The Demo!

Watch the YouTube video below to get a better understanding of how an elevator drive system works, and what Element can do to help reduce your overall building operating cost.

OverSpeed Governors

The overspeed governor used in conjunction with under car mounted rail safety devices are mechanically operated units which will prevent the elevator from falling uncontrollably.

Hollister Whitney 207

The Hollister-Whitney 207 Overspeed Governor is designed and built to meet both ASME A17.1 and CSA specifications. Each Governor is tested, preset and sealed at the factory and comes with a selection of standard equipment.

We also offer a range of Tension Weight assemblies specifically designed to match and complement each governor model.

Delco Governors

Available in 100FPM, 150FPM, 200FPM, 250FPM, 300FPM, 350FPM, 400FPM and 500FPM.

All models are code compliant, come with rope retainer, full guard and base support as well as a CSA approved limit switch.

Approved in the entire state of California, Delco Standard overspeed Governor are now DOSH compliant-get yours today!

Wittur

The Wittur OL35 detect overspeed by their flyweight mechanism and engages the safety gear on the entire circumference of brake mechanism,

Simple mechanical design and remote control makes them a save and economic choice not only for machine room but also for machine rootless applications,

Deflector Sheave

Deflector Sheaves are used to provide additional spacing for rope drops. These units are typically installed in difficult to maintain locations, thus during large modernization projects these sheaves are moved to the machine room where they can be easily retained and maintained.

Deflector Sheave

Hollister-Whitney produces sturdy, well-engineered sheaves which have consistently been the industry’s favorites for several decades. Our range features car, counterweight, overhead and deflector sheaves that include steel shafts, bearings, support blocks and mounting hardware as standard.

Emergency Brakes

The emergency brake is a secondary redundant device used to prevent unintended motion of the elevator. Most geared applications will unitize a rope gripper similar to the one shown below. In most gearless applications the machines will have 2 separate brakes acting as the unintended motion safety device.

Hollister Whitney 620L

The industry-renowned Hollister-Whitney Rope Gripper® is an essential safety device that efficiently grips the elevator suspension ropes to stop an elevator in the event of a mechanical or electrical failure. Thanks to its unique design and simple installation, the Rope Gripper can be quickly installed to save passenger lives, prevents injury and provide valuable peace of mind.

Electrical

Electrical equipment is important within any system and making sure we using robust, high quality products is key to our products.

Electrical Equipment

Elevators can have dozens of miles in wiring, Element works with world leading suppliers to make sure our electrical wiring will last for the entirety of the elevator lifespan.

Wire Ropes

Electrical equipment is important within any system and making sure we using robust, high quality products is key to our products.

Car Wire ropes

The life line of the elevator, our elevators use the best quality, proven wire ropes. the standard elevator safety ratio is set to 10:1. Element uses extremely high quality IWRC and seale 8x19 wire ropes.

Component Guarding

Safety and personnel protection has been paramount to our industry. The importance in providing a clean, safe machine room for anyone entering restricted areas is vital. During a modernization, new construction or special project these types of guards are installed in the machine room.

Component Guarding

New machines are provided with component guarding to prevent any dangerous and potentially fatal situations.

Isolation Transformers

Some elevators require step up or step down transformers to properly operate. Element uses tried and true tested transformers manufactures which provides long lasting, reliable solutions for any application.

Isolation Transfomers

HPS offers three phase autotransformers for applications where voltage isolation is not necessary, but some level of voltage adjustment is required. They are frequently used as an economical alternative to three phase general purpose distribution transformers to adjust the supply voltage to match specific load requirements when load isolation from the supply line is not required.

Autotransformers can be used as either a step-up or step-down transformer.

Cleaning

Our projects, modernization, maintenance and new constructions, come with a full hoistway clean down, and paint job. Most elevator shafts are not cleaned in decades. We go the extra mile and clean everything from top to bottom.

Cleaning and Painting

Aside from simply vacuuming the shaft we also scrape the rails and make sure they are perfectly clean and ready for roller guides.

We will also paint the machine room and pit areas, to show a beautiful like new look.