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عربWhat is Home Elevator? As per Indian Standard Code IS15259 It is a mechanical lift specifically designed for residential houses, where one or more persons cannot ascend up the stairs due to physical disability, the presence of the elderly or any other reason. Also it is possible to install an elevator in the elevator banks for public use, but generally the installation of elevators in the houses and commercial buildings is limited to the elevator shaft only.
There are many features in the new kind of home elevators. It is found that these elevators are available with remote control, with or without battery powered engine, power solar, and with or without drive system. Also there are many options available in the battery operated systems, as well as in the other systems. All the systems have standard features like seat belts, emergency stopping buttons, automatic sensors, etc. The options are vast and there are plenty of varieties that are available in the market.
These home elevators can be used with the help of a wheelchair, but if the handicap doesn't allow them to move from the ground. So, the installation of these elevators is made easy for the people with different kinds of mobility issues. It also enables disabled people to stay at home and take care of their chores. For the purpose of installing home elevators in houses and commercial buildings, the expert professionals like the engineers, contractors, and the qualified professionals, must be consulted.
In case of single passenger residential elevators, which can accommodate two persons, the installation is very simple. First, the distance between the floor levels needs to be measured, as this will be the determining factor of the capacity of the elevator. Then, it is required to determine the number of steps to be carried up and down the stairs by both the persons, so that it is clear to the customer as well as to the installation personnel. After measurements are done, the elevator is ready to be installed. Nowadays, the latest models of home lifts are provided with various advanced features.
One of the most prominent features of these space-saving home elevators is that they have provisions for heating and air-conditioning system. They are equipped with the thermostats that control the temperature inside the home. Moreover, these elevators are provided with the digital switches, remote controls, key pads, touch screen, numeric displays, backlit keys, LCD screens, radio transmitters, and many more such features. The manufacturers of these home elevators provide these facilities to increase the comfort level of the users.
Another feature of these space-saving home elevators is that they are provided in a modular construction. This means that they come in various forms and sizes. In order to provide more convenience to their customers, these elevators are provided with foldable features. This kind of feature reduces the physical strain on the floor and will definitely save a lot of precious floor space. Another most important feature of these home elevators is that they are provided with energy efficiency features. The dimensions and weight of this kind of home elevator play a very important role in determining its efficiency; therefore, it is extremely important to select the right one for your home.
