Low Pit And Pitless Lift Solutions
Low pit lifts are used where a conventional lift installation is not possible due to limited pit depth or restricted headroom.
Traditional lifts typically require a deep pit beneath the lift shaft to house mechanical components and safety systems. In many existing buildings, structural conditions make this difficult or impossible to achieve.
Low pit lift systems allow safe and reliable vertical travel with significantly reduced pit depth. In some cases, lifts can operate without a traditional pit, providing a practical solution for buildings with structural constraints.
Many low pit lift systems use adapted safety zones and compact drive systems to operate within reduced pit depth.
Low pit and pitless lift systems can be specified to comply with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EN81-21 standards for installations within existing buildings.
Lift Solutions Designed For Restricted Shaft Spaces
Low pit, pitless and low headroom lifts provide practical solutions where shaft space is limited or structural constraints prevent standard installations.
These systems are designed to operate within restricted shaft dimensions while maintaining safe and reliable vertical travel.
Flexible configurations allow lifts to be integrated into both new and existing buildings where conventional installations are not possible.
Low Pit Lift Technology And Reduced Pit Depth Options
Low pit lifts offer the same core features as a conventional passenger lift, including efficient drive systems, automatic doors and modern controls.
These systems operate with significantly reduced pit depth while maintaining smooth and reliable performance.
Common applications include:
- Retail buildings
- Offices
- Schools and colleges
- Public buildings
- Residential properties
Many systems can be installed with pit depths starting from 100mm, or alternatively with a small access ramp where a traditional pit cannot be created.
This allows lifts to be installed where structural limitations would otherwise prevent a conventional system.
Lift Types Available With Low Pit Options
Low pit technology can be applied across a range of lift systems depending on building requirements.
Available lift types include:
This allows low pit solutions to be used across both commercial and residential buildings where structural constraints limit standard installations.
Low Pit Lift Installations Without Deep Excavation
Low pit lifts reduce the need for deep excavation beneath the lift shaft.
Traditional lift installations can require pits up to 2000mm below floor level, often involving significant structural work and disruption.
By reducing or eliminating pit depth requirements, low pit lift systems can simplify installation and allow easier integration within existing structures.
This makes them suitable for buildings where construction constraints limit available shaft depth, including retail and commercial environments.
Low Pit Options Across Different Lift Types
Low pit lift options are available across different lift types, allowing installation in buildings where traditional pit depths cannot be accommodated.
Low Pit Solutions
Low Pit Lift Systems
We provide low pit lift systems for both residential and commercial buildings where standard lift pits are not possible.
Each system is selected based on the available space, lift type and building requirements.
Traction 400
Single phase electric low pit lift designed for a wide range of applications.
Low Pit Passenger Lifts
Passenger lift systems available with low pit configurations for commercial and public buildings.
EN81-21 Passenger Lifts For Existing Buildings
EN81-21 allows passenger lifts to be installed in buildings where standard lift dimensions cannot be met.
These lifts are designed for situations where structural constraints prevent compliance with standard EN81-20 requirements.
Underground services preventing excavation
Listed building restrictions limiting structural work
Limited headroom due to existing roof structures
Existing shafts that cannot be altered
We provide passenger lift systems engineered to meet EN81-21 requirements while maintaining full safety compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Low Pit Lifts
A low pit lift is a lift system designed to operate with significantly reduced pit depth beneath the lift shaft. These lifts are used where structural conditions prevent the construction of a conventional lift pit.
Yes. Some lift systems can operate without a traditional pit by using low pit technology or small access ramps, allowing installation within buildings where excavation is not possible.
Traditional passenger lifts often require pits between 1000mm and 2000mm deep depending on the lift design. Low pit lifts can operate with significantly reduced pit depths, sometimes as low as 100mm.
A low pit lift operates with a shallow pit beneath the lift shaft, while a pitless lift may eliminate the pit entirely by using alternative lift technology or ramp access.
Yes. Low pit lift systems are commonly used in existing buildings where structural limitations make it difficult to construct a traditional lift pit.
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