Abstract:
The invention relates to an elevator car (11) of the kind comprising a car (13) accommodating persons to transport and a supporting arch (15) with vertical framing posts, on which the car (13) is mounted with shock absorbing connection elements, wherein the car (13) comprises transparent glass panels (23) between its posts, characterized in that the arch posts are arranged with a variable spacing behind vertical elements of the car such as posts, a control panel (29) or a mirror panel, so that they are not visible for people inside the car (13), and wherein the car (13) is provided with a finish cover (41) in continuity with said glass panels (23) to hide said arch posts while allowing some clearance for movement between the car (13) and the arch (15).
Abstract:
An elevator system includes a hoistway defined by a surrounding structure. An elevator car and counterweight are located in the hoistway, and a drive motor is located between the elevator car and a sidewall of the hoistway. The drive motor drivingly couples and suspends the elevator car and counterweight via at least one flat rope or belt.
Abstract:
An elevator system includes a hoistway defined by a surrounding structure. An elevator car and counterweight are located in the hoistway, and a drive motor is located between the elevator car and a sidewall of the hoistway. The drive motor drivingly couples and suspends the elevator car and counterweight via at least one flat rope or belt.