Modernisation in commercial spaces has called for many changes in how these commercial buildings are constructed and the equipment they are outfitted with. One such innovation is the adoption of modern elevator technology that is second to none, is low maintenance, and is best suited for spaces with large elevator capacity requirements. The latest edition in this modern elevator segment is the Machine Room-Less Elevators (MRL).
Designed to be one of the most efficient elevator technology, machine room-less elevators, unlike conventional elevators, do not require a separate machine room unit (usually located on the top of the elevator in MR elevators). Instead, MRL elevators utilise a gearless traction motor that is located on the top or the bottom of the hoistway.
Some of the key benefits of installing MRL elevators in commercial spaces are listed below.
Require Less Space
MRL elevators are designed to be sleek and compact. Great for both mid-rise and high-rise commercial buildings as well as places with compact elevator spaces, these elevators not only save the cost required to build a machine room but eliminates the structural load on the building space.
Reduced Maintenance Cost
Machine room elevators have easy installation and maintenance capacity. Since these lifts do not require a separate machine room and have fewer parts compared to geared traction or hydraulic elevators, it is easy to maintain and install them in the building space without damaging the walls.
Energy Efficient
Modern elevator systems are designed to consume less energy. As the elevator cabins travel up and down at different load capacities, the gearless traction machine of an MRL elevator acts like a power generator. Although most of the energy is used to cool down the motor, some of it is transmitted by the regenerative converter to the main power source and fed back to the building’s energy network.
Noise-less Operation
Modern MRL elevators are quieter in operation. For example, Mitsubishi Electric India's MRL lifts have an isolated door structure that is not mounted on the top of the cabin, which significantly reduces noise and vibration, thus offering a noise-less cabin experience.
The installation of MRL lifts has become increasingly popular in recent years. These lifts are not only modern, safe, and low-cost to install, but they are also designed to provide comfort in both commercial and residential settings.
