07 Machine Room Elevator

Machine Room Elevator

Classic traction elevators with a dedicated machine room above the shaft.

Machine room elevator solutions designed around building structure, dependable operation and proven traction technology.

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07 Machine Room Elevator

Movement with a dedicated space.

07 Introduction

A machine room elevator is a vertical transportation system that uses a dedicated machine room above or beside the shaft to house the drive machinery — a proven traction configuration used across a wide range of buildings.

The dedicated machine room allows the drive, motor, control equipment and other components to be housed together in a purpose-designed space — supporting straightforward maintenance, service access and component configuration for the building.

Machine room elevators are used across residential, commercial, institutional and industrial buildings where the structure allows for a machine room. HEXA approaches machine room elevator projects as engineering projects — understanding the building, coordinating the system and supporting the lift across its working life.

HEXA Machine Room Elevator drive and control equipment

07 Machine Room Elevator · Drive System

02 The Experience

Proven engineering, dedicated space.

A machine room elevator is part of the daily operation of a building — providing dependable traction movement with the drive and control systems housed in a dedicated space.

Dedicated Housing

The machine room provides a purpose-designed space for the drive, motor and control equipment — supporting organised installation and service.

Proven Traction

Traction drive systems deliver dependable movement across a wide range of floors and travel distances — well established in building design.

Service Access

A machine room allows equipment to be accessed in a controlled environment — supporting routine maintenance and component serviceability.

03 Key Features

Built on the details.

Every machine room elevator brings together multiple elements that work as one complete system — from the drive located in the machine room to the controls that coordinate its movement.

Dedicated Machine Room

A purpose-designed space above or beside the shaft for the drive, motor and control equipment.

Traction Drive

Traction drive systems provide dependable movement across a wide range of floors and travel distances.

Cabin Configuration

Cabin layout and internal finishes configured around the building's requirements and interior design.

Building Integration

Designed to work within the requirements of different building environments — from residential to commercial and industrial.

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 different buildings.

Machine room elevators support movement across a range of building environments. The right configuration depends on the building itself.

HEXA Machine Room Elevator in a building environment

01 Residential Buildings Everyday vertical movement in residential buildings where a machine room can be accommodated.
02 Commercial Buildings Passenger movement in commercial buildings planned around traffic and building structure.
03 Institutional Buildings Dependable mobility for schools, campuses and institutional buildings.
04 Industrial Buildings Movement of people and materials in industrial buildings where a machine room suits the layout.
05 Hospitality Guest movement in hotels and hospitality buildings planned around design and operations.
06 Multi-Storey Buildings Suitable for buildings with multiple floors where a machine room configuration fits the structure.

06 Gallery

See the detail.

Explore the machine room elevator through different views and details.

07 Specifications

Technical information.

Machine room elevator configuration is defined around the building and its requirements. The following summarises the areas typically considered during planning.

Product Type Machine Room Elevator (Traction)

Application Residential Buildings · Commercial Buildings · Institutional Buildings · Industrial Buildings · Hospitality · Multi-Storey Buildings

Capacity Available based on project requirements

Speed Available based on project requirements

Drive System Traction machine housed in a dedicated machine room

Door Configuration Defined based on building layout and access requirements

Cabin Options Defined based on interior and architectural requirements

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

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

Finish Options Selected based on interior and architectural intent

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

08 Installation & Support

From installation to everyday operation.

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

01
Site Assessment

Understand the building's structure, shaft and machine room requirements before work begins.
02
Planning

Coordinate the machine room elevator solution with the building's structure, layout and other services.
03
Installation

Install and integrate the machine room elevator system with careful attention to alignment and detail.
04
Testing & Handover

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

09 FAQ

Machine room questions.

What is a machine room elevator?

A machine room elevator is a vertical transportation system that uses a dedicated machine room above or beside the shaft to house the drive machinery, motor and control equipment. It is a proven traction configuration used across a wide range of buildings.

Where can machine room elevators be used?

Machine room elevators are used in residential buildings, commercial buildings, institutional buildings, industrial buildings, hotels and hospitality environments, and multi-storey buildings where a machine room can be accommodated.

What should be considered when selecting a machine room elevator?

Selection depends on the building's structure, the availability of space for a machine room, the number of floors served, expected usage, access requirements and integration with other building services. Detailed requirements are best confirmed after a site survey.

Can a machine room elevator be designed for different building requirements?

Yes. Machine room elevator configuration — including cabin layout, finishes, door arrangement, controls and access considerations — is planned around the building's specific requirements. The right combination is defined during project planning.

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