I have a problem we need an elevator in a limited space to have three stops. Door opening in front and on left side foer second floor. Ceiling height is no problem. Any suggestions, have looked at many units but unable to fins one that will fit.

-- William Graff (graffscottydoc@aol.com), March 16, 2002

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MANY COMPANIES MAKE NON-PROPRIATERY RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS..ONE SUCH COMPANY IS MATOTT....TRY THE YELLOW PAGES UNDER INSTALLERS OR RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS....THERE ARE EVEN KITS YOU CAN BUY.....BE SURE YOU HAVE A COMPANY WITH QUALIFIED INSTALLER'S.....ELEVATORS ARE NEVER A DO IT YOURSELF PROJECT......GOOD LUCK

GLENN

-- GLENN DAVIS (BONER3988@AOL.com), March 16, 2002.

Well, this certailny generated some spirited responses!

Theoretical question -

If you had an idea, spent a lot of money researeching and developing it, more money manufacturing, distributing and marketing it, would you freely share all the technology behind it with all your competitors?

Probably not. Neither would those folks who actually do this.

The big thing is to get a unit that will suit the physical conditions and do the job. Whether it contains proprietary technology is a secondary issue.

-- John Brannon (akaelevman@AOL.com), March 16, 2002.

prop

designing better equipment and "not sharing" is different than designing systems where the main objective is to PREVENT access.

IMHO, the "majors" do the latter. That's dishonest and deceitful to the customer.

I wouldn't consider ascention 2000, miconic hx, 211, 311, 411, 401, etc.> to be any improvement over previously installed NON-proprietary products.

I'm sure someone will disagree.

TKS, NWS

-- nws (normswan@tampabay.rr.com), May 17, 2002.

heres some info. Otis Residential Elevator The Otis Residential Elevator is practical as well as functional. It can enhance the prestige and resale value of your home, as well as provide welcome assistance for elderly or handicapped individuals.

Dimensions

Drawings (Typical Layouts) Home in DWG format Home in PDF format

Smooth ride The Otis Residential Elevator uses hydraulic power to provide a smooth, pleasant ride. It is designed with two speeds: running speed and leveling speed.

Quiet operation Besides providing a smooth ride, our hydraulic power unit is amazingly quiet. In fact, it makes about the same amount of noise during operation as a refrigerator and far less noise than other types of residential elevators. An Otis Residential Elevator can be used at any hour of the day or night without disturbing the relaxed atmosphere of a home.

Fast, professional installation, Doors Package Complete Your Otis Residential Elevator, meeting all local and national elevator and electrical codes, can be installed in standard wood frame or block walls. It uses regular household power (single phase, 220V). Otis provides all door hardware, entrance frames, and a metal door for each opening.

Every Otis Residential Elevator is equipped with the following advanced features: • Visifold Safety Gate. Every Residential Elevator is equipped with an attractive power-operated, clear folding gate that must be closed to operate. • Your choice of stainless steel or bronze finishes (brushed or polished). • Battery-operated, controlled safety descent. In the event of a power failure, you don’t have to worry about being stranded in the elevator; the car will ride smoothly and slowly to the next lowest floor level. • Door locks. The door locks provided by Otis meet all applicable ANSI regulations. The door lock features both electrical and mechanical locking, which prevents the elevator from operating while the doors are open. Preset design locations eliminates installation problems for your residential contractors and improve performance with consistent location on each floor.

Other standard features • Rated capacity: 700 lbs. • Serves up to 4 stops, Front Open only • 12-month material and labor warranty • CSA approved microprocessor controller with fault management • Handrail • Car and hall fixtures • Sub frame/door alignment system, metals doors, and hardware • Manual lowering • Emergency stop buttons in pit, on top of car and in car • Emergency lighting & telephone • Locked power cabinets • Wiring contained in conduit • Wilson Art plastic laminate or unfinished birch cab panel selection • 3’ 0" door frame

Available Finishes Bronze Stainless

Residential (Home) Elevator Pricing

Number of Stops Price 2 $35,250 3 $41,450

4 $49,300

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-- Dan w (Danotis@aol.com), March 11, 2003.