Low Overhead Elevators

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Experience unparalleled quality and innovation in elevator technology, designed for discerning clients who demand excellence in every detail.

Reduced Vertical Clearance Engineering

Low overhead elevators are designed for buildings where the top floor height (the distance from the highest landing floor to the hoistway ceiling) is restricted. In standard traction elevators, a significant overhead space is required to accommodate the traction machine, the crosshead of the cabin, and the mandatory safety refuge space. Our low overhead solution utilizes a "top-drive-beside" or "bottom-drive" configuration combined with a specialized low-profile car frame. By relocating the crosshead and using a side-slung suspension, the required overhead can be reduced to as little as 2600mm to 2800mm. The system integrates electronic sensors that monitor the cabin's position and activate a temporary mechanical stop during maintenance to ensure the technician's safety within the restricted vertical envelope.

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Uptime Reliability
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Years Experience
5000+
Projects Completed
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Comprehensive System Overview

Engineered for Excellence, Built for Performance

Innovation in Height-Restricted Sites

Suzhou Dongao Home Elevator Co., Ltd. focuses on overcoming the architectural limitations of modern and historic residences. Based in the lift industry Silicon Valley of Qidu, our engineering team has developed patented technologies that allow for the installation of high-end villa lifts in attic spaces and top-floor apartments. With a plant area of 17,000 square metres, we utilize advanced German production technology to manufacture the specialized thin-profile traction sheaves and compact car frames required for low-overhead environments. Our commitment to craftsmanship ensures that even with reduced vertical clearance, the lift operates with the exquisite luxury and high-end quality that has made us the choice for nearly 5000 residence owners.

Why Choose Our System?

  • Advanced German Engineering Standards
  • 30% More Energy Efficient
  • Silent Operation Technology
  • Earthquake Resistant Design
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Core Solutions for Every Need

Tailored Solutions for Premium Residences

Height-Constrained Applications

  • Attic installations where the roof slope limits the vertical height of the elevator shaft.
  • Existing buildings with strict zoning laws that prevent increasing the roofline for an elevator bulkhead.
  • Luxury penthouses where the ceiling height is fixed and cannot accommodate a standard elevator hoistway.
  • Renovation projects in historical districts where the exterior silhouette of the building must remain unchanged.
  • Industrial mezzanine floors where the overhead space is limited by overhead cranes or HVAC ducting.
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Technical Precision & Specifications

Where Innovation Meets Reliability

Our technical specifications represent the pinnacle of elevator engineering, combining safety, efficiency, and luxury in every parameter.

Minimum Overhead2600mm - 2800mm
Suspension TypeSide-Slung / Low-Profile Crosshead
Drive LocationShaft Side-Wall / Top-Mounted Slim
Safety SpaceElectronic Maintenance Locking System
Speed Range0.3m/s - 1.0m/s
ComplianceEN81-21 (Restricted Overhead Standard)
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Premium Materials & Craftsmanship

Where Quality Meets Artistry

Specialized Component Selection

To achieve a low profile, we use high-strength rectangular hollow sections for the car frame, which offer higher rigidity with less vertical height. The traction pulleys are made from hardened nodular cast iron with a reduced diameter, paired with high-flexibility steel wire ropes. For the safety system, we utilize slimline overspeed governors that can be mounted within the rail profile, further saving space in the overhead zone.

Aerospace Grade Steel

Superior strength and durability

Italian Finishes

Luxurious aesthetic appeal

Energy Efficient

Eco-friendly operation

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Bespoke Customization Service

Your Vision, Our Craftsmanship

Low-Clearance Customization

1. Top-Floor Survey: Measuring the exact distance from the floor to the lowest obstruction. 2. Frame Engineering: Designing a custom car frame that moves the suspension points to the side. 3. Safety Clearance Mapping: Calculating the electronic and mechanical safety zones. 4. Component Integration: Selecting a slim-profile motor. 5. Factory Testing: Simulating the top-floor stop accuracy to ensure zero impact with the hoistway ceiling.

Our 5-Step Customization Process:

1
Consultation

Understanding your requirements

2
Design

Creating unique concepts

3
Engineering

Technical implementation

4
Production

Precision manufacturing

5
Installation

Professional setup

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About Us
Suzhou Dongao Home Elevator Co., Ltd.
Suzhou Dongao Home Elevator Co., Ltd.
Suzhou Dongao Home Elevator Co., Ltd. is China Customized Low Overhead Elevators Company, focusing on high-end villa lifts, which has become the honourable choice for nearly 5000 high-end villas and private residence owners. The company is located in Qidu, the innovation Silicon Valley of China's lift industry, with a plant area of 17,000 square metres and more than 100 team members. The company has self-developed patented technology, the comprehensive introduction of Germany's advanced lift production technology and production equipment, the use of efficient modern management mode, empowering the industry innovation breakthroughs and productivity innovation, is committed to providing customers with high-end villa lift intelligent solutions. After several years of precipitation and accumulation, Dong'ao Household covers nearly 30 provinces in China and has nearly 200 agents in the country, some of which have opened demonstration showrooms in Shanghai, Fujian, Jinan, Suzhou, Changzhou, Taicang and other regions. The company has a science and technology research and development exhibition centre, covering an area of 800m2, which supports the ambition of the local lift industry pioneer with craftsmanship. Fashionable touch, luxury custom, and details determine the quality, quality from professional, innovation cast the future, Dong'ao home lift, positioning high-end quality, with the heart of wisdom, square inches, exquisite luxury, enjoy the time! We offer Low Overhead Elevators for sale.
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