11 Car Elevator

Car Elevator

Vehicle-capacity elevators for showrooms, parking structures and residences.

Car elevator solutions designed around vehicle movement, building layout and dependable handling of vehicles between levels.

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11 Car Elevator

Movement for vehicles.

11 Introduction

A car elevator is a vertical transportation system designed to move vehicles between floors — with a cabin size, door opening and structural configuration planned around the specific vehicle types it will carry.

Car elevators are used in showrooms where vehicles are displayed across levels, in residential buildings where owners park on their own floor, and in parking structures where vehicles need to move between stacked parking levels. Because vehicles are heavy and occupy significant space, the elevator must be planned alongside the building's structure from an early stage.

HEXA approaches car elevator projects as engineering projects — understanding the vehicles, the building's layout and the way the elevator will be used. Cabin size, door configuration, drives and controls are all coordinated with the building so the final result works reliably as part of daily operations.

HEXA Car Elevator cabin designed for vehicle capacity

11 Car Elevator · Vehicle Cabin

02 The Experience

Movement built around vehicles.

A car elevator becomes part of the daily operations of a building — from the moment a vehicle is positioned at the door to the moment it reaches its destination floor.

Cabin Size

Cabin dimensions, door opening and platform size planned around the vehicle types that will be moved between levels.

Structural Integration

Planned alongside the building's structure — the shaft, loads and machine systems coordinated with the building from an early stage.

Everyday Handling

Designed for daily vehicle movement — with attention to positioning, controls and dependable operation.

03 Key Features

Built on the details.

Every car elevator brings together multiple elements that work as one complete system — from the cabin that carries the vehicle to the controls that coordinate its movement.

Vehicle Cabin

Cabin sized around the vehicles that will be moved — with attention to dimensions, door opening and load.

Large Door Opening

Door width and opening behaviour planned around vehicle access — supporting safe entry and exit.

Control & Positioning

Controls and positioning planned around the way vehicles are driven onto and off the elevator.

Building Integration

Designed to work within the requirements of different buildings — showrooms, residences and parking structures.

Safety

Safety-related systems verified during installation, testing and commissioning, and maintained across the working life of the lift.

Serviceability

Consideration for installation, maintenance and long-term support so the lift continues to perform across its working life.

04 Applications

Made for vehicle movement.

Car elevators support vehicle movement across a range of buildings. The right configuration depends on the vehicles and the building itself.

HEXA Car Elevator within a vehicle-oriented environment

01 Showrooms Movement of vehicles between display floors — supporting how vehicles are presented across levels.
02 Parking Structures Vehicle movement between stacked parking levels in automated and semi-automated parking systems.
03 Residential Buildings Vehicle movement in residences where owners park on the same floor as their home.
04 Villas Movement of personal vehicles between floors in villas and private residences with multi-level parking.
05 Commercial Buildings Vehicle movement in commercial buildings where cars need to reach different levels.
06 Specialised Facilities Vehicle movement in specialised facilities where vehicles need to change levels as part of the operation.

06 Gallery

See the detail.

Explore the car elevator through different views and details.

07 Specifications

Technical information.

Car elevator configuration is defined around the building and the vehicles to be moved. The following summarises the areas typically considered during planning.

Product Type Car Elevator / Vehicle Elevator

Application Showrooms · Parking Structures · Residential Buildings · Villas · Commercial Buildings · Specialised Facilities

Capacity Available based on project requirements

Speed Available based on project requirements

Drive System Selected based on load, travel distance and building requirements

Door Configuration Defined based on vehicle access and building layout

Cabin Options Sized around the vehicles to be moved and building layout

Control System Configured around the number of levels served and access needs

Safety Features Integrated into the system and verified during testing and commissioning

Finish Options Selected based on application and building environment

Detailed specifications are provided based on the specific project. Contact HEXA to discuss your building's requirements.

08 Installation & Support

From installation to everyday handling.

Each car elevator project follows a structured process — from understanding the building's structure and vehicles to supporting the lift through its working life.

01
Site Assessment

Understand the building's structure, available space and vehicles to be moved before work begins.
02
Planning

Coordinate the car elevator configuration with the building's structure, layout and access routes.
03
Installation

Install and integrate the car elevator system with careful attention to alignment and load handling.
04
Testing & Handover

Test movement, doors, controls and safety functions before the lift is prepared for operational use.

09 FAQ

Car elevator questions.

What is a car elevator?

A car elevator is a vertical transportation system designed to move vehicles between floors. Cabin size, door opening and structural configuration are planned around the specific vehicle types it will carry.

Where can car elevators be used?

Car elevators are used in showrooms, parking structures, residential buildings, villas, commercial buildings and specialised facilities where vehicles need to move between floors.

What should be considered when selecting a car elevator?

Selection depends on the types of vehicles to be moved, the building's structure, available space for the shaft, the number of levels served and the way vehicles will be driven onto and off the elevator. Detailed requirements are best confirmed after a site survey.

Can a car elevator be designed for different building requirements?

Yes. Car elevator configuration — including cabin size, door arrangement, opening positions, finishes and access considerations — is planned around the building's specific requirements. The right combination is defined during project planning.

What does car elevator installation involve?

Installation typically includes site survey, planning and coordination with the building, installation and integration of the system, testing of movement, doors, controls and safety functions, commissioning and handover. Each stage is coordinated around the building's construction and access requirements.

How is a car elevator tested?

Before a car elevator is released for operation, its movement, floor stopping accuracy, door operation, control responses and safety-related functions are checked as part of testing and commissioning. The system is prepared for operational use once these are confirmed.

What maintenance does a car elevator require?

Car elevators require regular preventive maintenance — including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment and testing of the drive, cabin, doors, guide system and safety circuits. Ongoing maintenance helps keep the lift safe, smooth and dependable across its working life.

Can a car elevator be installed in an existing building?

In some cases, yes. Car elevators can be installed in existing buildings where the structure, shaft and access routes allow — but the load and space requirements are significant, so a site survey is essential to confirm feasibility.

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