TENAU Smart Elevator
Compact, low-capacity vertical lifts designed for moving smaller industrial loads, supplies, tools, or documents between floors in a confined space.
- Space-Saving Footprint
- Low Pit/Overhead Requirements
- Low Maintenance Design
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Product Overview
Intelligent customization redefines vertical transportation
A small freight elevator is engineered for environments where full-sized cargo or passenger lifts are unnecessary or physically impossible to install due to space constraints. These lifts typically handle loads in the range of 100 kg to 500 kg, which is sufficient for moving small carts, medical supplies, tools, prepared food (in a service elevator context), or bundled documents. They are distinct from dumbwaiters due to having a car large enough to accept rolling equipment or sometimes an attendant for loading/unloading, but their primary purpose remains goods transport.
The drive system is often hydraulic or a simpler, low-speed traction system, allowing for reduced pit depth and overhead clearance, making them highly suitable for retrofitting into older buildings, small restaurants, or specialized laboratories. The focus is on providing robust, dedicated goods movement to improve operational efficiency by eliminating manual lifting or the use of main passenger lifts for goods transport. The small scale often translates to lower energy consumption and less complex maintenance requirements compared to heavy-duty cargo elevators.
Basic Product Parameters
Diverse options to meet the needs of different families
| Drive Type | Hydraulic or Low-Speed Traction/Winding Drum |
| Rated Load | 100 kg – 500 kg |
| Speed | 0.15 m/s – 0.5 m/s |
| Car Size | Designed for Carts/Equipment, Not Standard Pallets |
| Door Type | Manual or Power Vertical Bi-Parting Doors |
| Installation | Suitable for Existing Buildings/Limited Space |
Product Advantages
Why choose Tenau elevators?
Minimizes Space Use
Requires a compact shaft footprint, allowing vertical access to be installed in tight corners or small voids that cannot accommodate standard lift sizes.
Cost-Effective Goods Movement
Offers a significantly lower upfront installation cost and reduced power consumption compared to full-sized cargo or passenger lifts.
Product Features
Innovative technology, superior experience
- Simplified Call System: Often features a basic single-call button per floor, reflecting the dedicated, non-public nature of the goods transport service.
- Car Gate Interlock: Includes a physical gate or screen door within the car that must be closed before the lift will move, adding a layer of goods containment safety.
- Stainless Steel Car Interior: Standardized with easy-to-clean and durable stainless steel or high-density laminate for cleanliness and hygiene, common in hospital or food service settings.
Product Comparison
| Characteristic | Small Freight Elevator | Dumbwaiter |
| Load Capacity | 100 kg - 500 kg (Small Carts) | 50 kg - 150 kg (Boxes, Trays) |
| Car Size | Attendant may be present for loading | Car too small for human entry |
| Operation Speed | Moderate (Faster than a simple hoist) | Slow to Moderate |
| Door System | Typically Manual Bi-Parting or Automatic | Small Swing or Vertical Slide Doors |
| Use Case | Internal Logistics/Supply Movement | Food/Document/Small Item Transfer |
Installation Process
Standardized installation, efficient and worry-free
1. Site Inspection (1-3 days)
Professional engineers will visit your site to measure and assess the building structure and power supply conditions, and provide feasibility analysis and preliminary solutions.
2. Solution Design (3-5 days)
We offer customized design solutions based on client needs, including elevator specifications, interior design style, and installation location, and provide 3D renderings.
3. Shaft Preparation Guidance
Provide detailed shaft construction drawings and technical guidance to ensure that the civil engineering meets the installation requirements.
4. Equipment Installation (3-7 days)
A professional installation team will carry out on-site construction and modular assembly to minimize the impact on residential life.
5. Debugging and Testing (1-2 days)
Comprehensive system debugging and safety performance testing were conducted to ensure that all indicators met international standards.
6. Use Training + Delivery
Operation training, document handover, activation of remote monitoring service, and formal delivery for use.
Application Scenarios
Suitable for a variety of residential environments
Restaurants and Catering Facilities
Used to move cooked food, clean dishes, and inventory between the kitchen, dining floors, and storage areas efficiently.
Medical Clinics and Laboratories
Transports medical samples, charts, instruments, and small pieces of equipment safely and hygienically between floors.
Factors To Consider When Choosing Elevator
Comprehensive assessment, wise choice
Technical Factors
- Car Size to Load Ratio: Precisely sizing the car to accommodate the largest rolling cart or container used without wasting precious building square footage.
- Vertical Run: Ensuring the chosen drive system (especially hydraulic) is capable of reliably reaching the highest required floor with the maximum load.
- Acoustic Dampening: Considering sound isolation for installations near sensitive areas like offices, as the motor/pump unit can generate noticeable noise.
Usage Factors
- Hygiene Requirements: Specifying non-porous, easily sanitizable interior surfaces for use in food service or healthcare settings.
- Installation Feasibility: Assessing the structure for ability to add the necessary shaft and supports without complex rebar or beam modification.
- Security: Implementing key-lock access on the landing doors to prevent unauthorized movement of valuable goods or access to sensitive floors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions you may be interested in
No. A small freight elevator has a larger car, often capable of handling rolling equipment and occasionally a single operator, while a dumbwaiter is strictly for small objects and explicitly prevents human entry.
It can be installed outdoors, but requires a fully enclosed, weatherproof shaft, and all lift components must be specified with a suitable IP rating (Ingress Protection) to resist moisture and temperature variations.
Manual vertical bi-parting doors are common because they are durable, space-efficient, and provide a clear, full-height opening for pushing in carts or equipment.
About Company
Intelligent elevator systems are redefining the industry model.
Smart Customization
Tenau Elevator continues to create value that exceeds customer expectations, meeting higher customer needs through high-end customization services and realizing customized solutions such as self-configuration and personalized decoration.
Smart Manufacturing
Leveraging Industry 4.0 manufacturing systems, Tenau Elevator has implemented intelligent production and quality traceability systems to ensure product quality and controllable management.
Intelligent Interaction
Beyond just passenger space, the Tenau elevator will integrate more intelligent interactive experiences, making it fun, entertaining, and interactive.
Intelligent Services
By leveraging the internet and the Internet of Things to establish an intelligent service system, Tenau Elevator will provide customers with remote services anytime, anywhere to solve user problems.
Our Commitment
Tenau Elevator (China) Co., Ltd. is professional China small freight elevator manufacturers and small freight elevator company, dedicated to providing customized solutions for the market and our customers. While markets, applications, and customers vary, we share a unique philosophy that guides our clients to success. We will respond promptly and patiently to any customer questions or feedback; we will respond promptly to any customer inquiries with more professional and reasonable prices; for any new product requests, we will engage in professional communication with our clients, listen to their opinions, and provide useful suggestions for product development; and for any customer orders, we will complete them quickly and with high quality. We offer small freight elevator for sale.
We are committed to solving every problem, no matter how mundane it may seem. We will always work with you. You will find that we speak your language and understand your technical issues. This is why we have been able to successfully cooperate with clients from nearly 60 countries for many years.
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