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.
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.