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Archives for February 2018

Wheelchair Accessible Home Elevator

Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators, LLC manufactures the world’s Only Air-Driven Home Elevators. To meet the demand for a wheelchair accessible home elevator, PVE developed the PVE52, their three passenger vacuum elevator. With a 52 11/16 inch outside the diameter, the PVE52 has a total lift capacity of 525 lbs and can travel up to 5 stops or 50 feet of total rise. With no shaft, pit or machine room, this self-contained home elevator still occupies less space and a smaller footprint than most traditional home elevators.Home Elevator Wheelchair Accessible

Available for residential, marine and stage applications, this innovative home elevator is available in 6 different colors and hasin-line and walk-through door opening options making it ideal for any residential, marine or stage application. As the largest of the three Vacuum Elevators, the PVE52 entrance opening is 37 inches which is large enough to roll a full size wheelchair. Inside the unit measures a roomy 43 ½ inches in diameter providing enough space for a person in a wheelchair with an attendant or for up to three adults to stand in comfort.

By using a vacuum pump to generate areas of higher and lower atmospheric pressure within the cylinder hoist way, the unit smoothly moves between floors while using much less energy than other home elevators. Requiring no harmful oils or lubricants to operate, this environmentally friendly home elevator only needs a 220 volt, 35 amp single phase power supply to operate, similar to the same amount of electricity used in a standard washer and dryer. That makes the PVE52 one of the only Plug & Play elevators on the market.

There are many options for a wheelchair-accessible elevator, but only the PVE52 Vacuum Lift gives you the space you need, the safety features you require, and a design that is second to none. Never has accessibility been so visually attractive

Panoramic Home Elevators

As the world’s only Air-Driven Home Elevators, Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators have the unique feature of being panoramic home lifts, giving the passenger a 360° view while traveling between floors. With through-floor and balcony mounted options available, the Vacuum Elevator can be installed almost anywhere within home making them the most versatile residential elevator on the market. No need for a shaft, pit or machine room as the self-supporting unit simply rest on the existing ground floor. With a 220 volt, 25-35 amp Single Phase Power Supply, the Vacuum Elevator is one of the world’s only Plug & Play Home Elevators. Not to mention, they require no harmful oils or lubricants to operate making them environmentally friendly and hardly no electricity is used to descend as gravity simply lowers you down to your desired floor.home elevators panoramic

Powered by the most abundant resource in the world, AIR, Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators are all circular and are available in 3 different models. Ranging from a Single Passenger to a Three Passenger Wheelchair accessible model, these panoramic elevators occupy much less space and have a much smaller footprint than a traditional home elevator. With few pre-construction requirements and no year maintenance, these innovative home lifts can be installed in as little as 2-3 days and can travel up to 5 stops or 50 feet of total rise.

The simplicity of its installation and the beauty of its design make the Vacuum Elevator ideal for any retrofit or new construction project. Many architects choose to incorporate the elevator into their design, making the Vacuum Elevator a centerpiece in the home. With the growing demand to age-in-place, real estate agents often install the elevator in existing homes to help improve interest and sales. With its innovative features, simple installation and beautiful design, the Pneumatic Vacuum Elevator is the ideal elevator for any home.

Which Vacuum Elevator Model is Right For You?

You own a multi-story home and are in need of a home elevator. Whether it’s due to a recent injury, aging or simply anticipating the need for additional accessibility, installing a home elevator is now easier than it has ever been before thanks to the Pneumatic Vacuum Elevator.home elevator what is the right model

As the world’s ONLY Air-Driven Residential Elevator, the Vacuum Elevator has the unique feature of being able to be installed literally anywhere inside the home, as the self-supporting lift requires no shaft, pit or machine room to operate. Using an innovative Vacuum system to generate lift, these space saving home lift are the most accessible, cost-effective home elevators on the market.

With three models to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which size is best suited for your needs. Below is a breakdown differentiating the different Vacuum Elevator sizes and their features:

It is safe to say that the PVE30 is the world’s smallest home elevator, but don’t let that title fool you. With a 30 inch outside diameter, the smallest of the three Vacuum Elevator models is ideal for any residence that is limited in space and in need of a Single Passenger home lift. With a 350 lb lift capacity, the PVE30 can fit inside any residential, marine or stage application as it occupies significantly less space than any other home elevator. Traveling up to 5 stops or 50 feet of total rise, with only In-line door options available, this groundbreaking home elevator only requires a 220 volt, 25 amp Single-Phase Power supply making it one of the few Plug & Play elevators in the world.

Developed in 2002, the PVE37 is Pneumatic Vacuum Elevators first and most popular Vacuum Elevator model. This two passenger home lift has a 450 lb lift capacity making it ideal for transporting luggage and goods between floors, while occupying less space than tradition home lifts. With a 37 inch outside diameter, this compact home elevator offers In-Line, Walk-Through and 90 degree door opening options, giving you the flexibility to customize each exit per floor. Able to fit full size walkers, the PVE37 also offers a cabin folding seat option and a handle for those who would like to sit while traveling between floors. Requiring only a 220 volt, 30 amp, Single Phase power supply, the PVE37 is the world’s most popular Eco-Friendly, Self-Supporting, Plug & Play Home Elevator.

As the largest of the three models, the PVE52 is the only Wheelchair Accessible Vacuum Elevator. With a 525 lb lift capacity, this three-passenger home lift has an outside diameter of 52 11/16 inches while offering both In-Line and Walk-Through door opening options. This diameter, while larger than the other Vacuum Elevator models, is still smaller than most traditional elevators as it requires no shaft, pit or machine room. Able to travel up to 5 stops or 50 feet of total rise, the PVE52 is ideal for residents who need access of a wheelchair or simply have the extra space to install a larger home lift. With a 220 volt, 35 amp, single phase power supply, this environmentally friendly home elevator utilizes much less energy than traditional wheelchair accessible home elevators.

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