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Dumbwaiter – Replace With A PVE® Home Elevator

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What is a Dumbwaiter?

A dumbwaiter is a small freight elevator with the intention to move objects. However, it’s too small for a person. Dumb and waiter are two parts that make of the word dumbwaiter. Firstly, the term dumb refers to the adjective of the word dumb meaning unwilling or unable to speak. In our case, the term “dumb” means quiet. Secondly, waiter, refers to house old assistants. Invented to give servants a quiet way to transport household items to transport food, laundry, animals and other household objects. It can also be used in commercial settings, often used in banks, hospitals and stores.

What is a PVE® Residential Elevator?

As opposed to a dumbwaiter, a PVE® Residential Elevator, is a home elevator that can transport people in addition to objects. PVE® is an abbreviation for Pneumatic Vacuum Elevator. The PVE® is powered by air, in addition, it is an ideal, space-saving, residential lift. To operate, the PVE® does not need any lubricants; instead, it uses an inventive vacuum technology to generate lift. It sits on the ground floor and is not contingent upon any pre-construction shaft, pit or machine room to operate.

What are the advantages of replacing a dumbwaiter with a PVE®?

A major consideration for replacing a dumbwaiter with a PVE® is being able to transport people. The PVE® can transport a single passenger, dual passengers or all the way up to three passengers. The PVE® is also a wheelchair accessible home elevator. Having a PVE® home elevator  also increases the resale value of your home in the long term. In conclusion, there are many reasons to replace your dumbwaiter with a PVE® home elevator.

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Additional Resources

Dumbwaiter – Wikipedia
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