Two Door Elevator

Single-door elevators are no longer a new concept but have become familiar and popular in many types of elevators, from industrial to family. However, with the increasing demand for elevators and the demand for more convenience, a big challenge arises when users require elevators to open doors on both sides. To meet this need, double-door elevators were born and became an ideal solution, especially in office buildings and houses using peripheral elevators.

The double-door elevator not only brings convenience in moving but also helps save space and optimize the flow of people in and out. This is an important factor, especially in spaces with limited area or high density of users, such as high-rise offices or residential areas. With the feature of opening doors on both sides, the elevator becomes more flexible in meeting the needs of many people at the same time, while still ensuring aesthetics and safety. Moreover, the double-door elevator design also brings modernity and convenience to living and working spaces, while optimizing efficiency in modern buildings.

INTRODUCING TWO (#2) DOOR ELEVATOR

Elevator doors are one of the most important and recognizable components in the entire system, consisting of two main components: floor doors and cabin doors. Each type of door has its own design and is meticulously installed to ensure efficient, safe and aesthetic operation of the elevator . Elevator doors are not only a part that helps users get in and out, but also play an important role in ensuring safety, minimizing noise and enhancing convenience during use. Therefore, elevator doors are always focused on and constantly improved to meet the increasing needs of customers.

A double-door elevator is a special elevator system in which two cabin doors operate independently without depending on each other. This means that each floor will be equipped with two sets of cabin doors, allowing the door to open and close independently on each floor without affecting the elevator's movement. With this design, double-door elevators bring many outstanding benefits, especially in high-rise buildings or buildings with a large number of users. Thanks to the efficient and independent operation of the cabin doors, double-door elevators help save waiting time, minimize incidents and increase convenience in use, while still ensuring absolute safety for users.

Nowadays, double-door elevators are one of the convenient and flexible solutions in construction projects, especially for buildings or offices that require high-efficiency and time-saving elevators. There are two popular models of double-door elevators : perpendicular double-door elevators and opposite double-door elevators. The perpendicular double-door elevator model usually has only one sliding door opening to one side, which helps save space and is suitable for projects with limited area. Meanwhile, opposite double-door elevators have a more flexible design, allowing the door to open from the center and open in two directions, or can slide to one side. This model is very suitable for buildings or offices with high traffic of users, helping to save waiting time and increase convenience during use.

Regarding the cabin door controller, double-door elevators can use one or two controllers depending on the design and specific requirements of the project. This provides flexibility and optimizes the elevator's operation, ensuring that the door opens smoothly and accurately. For double-door elevators, the counterweight is placed on the side of the cabin, which saves space and ensures the elevator's stability during movement. However, the effective cabin area in double-door elevators is often smaller than that of single-door elevator models of the same size, due to the structure and design of the two-side doors occupying a part of the usable area. This needs to be carefully considered when choosing an elevator for projects that need to optimize the usable space.

Double-door elevators, although providing many conveniences and flexibility, also require a higher investment cost than conventional elevator models. This is due to the use of two sets of cabin doors and a more complex system of equipment and components, leading to an increase in production and installation costs. However, double-door elevators have outstanding advantages, especially in buildings such as apartments, high-rise apartments, or areas with high traffic density, helping to increase operating efficiency and save time for users. In addition, double-door elevators are also very suitable for buildings with staggered floors or requiring the movement of goods, thanks to the ability to easily access from both directions.

Although double-door elevators are convenient, they can also cause confusion or unwanted situations for first-time users. Therefore, before deciding to install a double-door elevator , customers should carefully consider their actual usage needs and should only choose when absolutely necessary. In addition, providing detailed and easy-to-understand instructions is very important to ensure that users understand the correct operations, thereby avoiding dangerous accidents. Equipping warning systems and intuitive instructions will also help the elevator operate more safely and effectively, especially in environments with many users.

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2-DOOR ELEVATOR STRUCTURE

Two-door elevators , as mentioned, include two cabin doors and two floor doors, providing maximum convenience in moving between floors. To implement this elevator system, the investor needs to calculate and design each floor with two cabin doors, allowing the doors to open in both directions, facilitating movement. This requirement requires flexibility in space arrangement, especially in buildings with high user density such as apartment buildings, offices, or multi-storey buildings. The doors must be installed so as not only to ensure efficient operation but also to maintain aesthetics and harmony with the overall design of the building. This means that the investor needs to carefully consider the choice of materials, colors, as well as the arrangement of elevator components to suit each specific space. This not only increases convenience but also enhances aesthetic value, creating a modern, comfortable and safe living and working space.

Regarding the controller in the cabin, the double-door elevator can be designed with many different options, depending on the requirements and specific characteristics of the project. Some double-door elevator models only require a common controller for both cabin doors, which simplifies the operating process and saves costs. However, for projects that require high flexibility and independent operation for each cabin door, two separate controllers can be used, each controller for a separate cabin door. The choice between a common controller or two separate controllers depends on the design characteristics of the building and the needs of the investor. If the project has a high density of users, or requires elevator operation in different areas at the same time, the use of two separate controllers will be more effective, allowing the elevator to operate independently and more flexibly. In addition, the control system also needs to be designed to be easy to use, secure and ensure safety for users, contributing to improving the performance and lifespan of the elevator.

The special structure of the two-door home elevator makes the design and space of the elevator shaft more complicated than that of the single-door elevator models. One of the important factors that makes the difference is the location of the counterweight, which is usually placed on the side of the elevator instead of behind it like the single-door elevators . This saves space and provides flexibility in design, but also reduces the usable space in the elevator cabin. Therefore, the cabin size of the two-door elevator is usually smaller than that of the same size single-door elevator, because of the space needed for the control components and counterweight system.

In addition, to ensure the elevator operates stably, efficiently and safely, the elevator pit of a two-door elevator often requires a larger area. This is because the counterweight system and equipment mechanisms are more complex than those of a single-door elevator, requiring a large enough space for installation and operation without problems. Expanding the elevator pit area also helps to increase safety during use, ensuring that all parts of the elevator can operate smoothly and without problems. Therefore, when designing a two-door home elevator, the investor needs to carefully consider the elevator pit area to ensure not only aesthetics but also compliance with technical requirements, helping the elevator operate efficiently and for a long time.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE OF 2-DOOR ELEVATOR

Double-door elevators offer homeowners flexibility and convenience in use, especially when setting the doors to open at predetermined floors. For example, in the case of an outdoor glass elevator , the front door only opens at the first floor, while the doors on the upper floors open from the back. This structure not only makes it easier for users to identify and determine that they have reached the correct floor, but also creates a safer system, avoiding unwanted situations such as doors opening in the wrong direction, ensuring that each door opening is correct and avoiding accidents when the elevator is moving.

When the user presses the floor call button, the elevator's sensor system will immediately receive information from the button and accurately determine the current position of the elevator. This helps the elevator adjust automatically, ensuring that the door opens in the direction the user wants. Limit switches are installed at both ends of the elevator , helping to accurately notify the requested floor position, thereby directing the door to open in the correct direction. This not only increases convenience but also helps to improve safety and minimize risks during the use of the elevator, especially in projects that require high precision and efficiency. With the perfect combination of sensor technology and two-door elevator design, users will always have a smooth, safe and fast moving experience.

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2-DOOR ELEVATOR SIZE

Double-door elevators, although having the same load capacity and size as single-door elevators, require more space for installation to operate effectively. This is because double-door elevators need enough space for the doors to open comfortably and easily, without affecting the living space. Opening the doors in both directions requires the waiting area to be designed spaciously and carefully calculated to ensure that the doors operate flexibly and without any obstacles during use.

In particular, an important factor to note when designing the space for a two-door elevator is that there must be a gap of 2 to 3 cm in the waiting area to ensure ventilation and smoothness when the door is open. This gap allows air to circulate easily and ensures that it is not obstructed during elevator operation, while creating a safe and convenient environment for users. Therefore, the arrangement of space for a two-door elevator must be carefully carried out, from the size of the elevator shaft, waiting area to other technical requirements to ensure the elevator operates optimally and most effectively.

Homeowners can rest assured that the manufacturer will provide technical requirements and necessary space dimensions before proceeding with installation. At the same time, referring to the standard size parameters for each installation option through the summary table below is also a useful suggestion:

From the comparison table, it can be seen that the design of the elevator shaft for two-door elevators facing each other requires a special requirement for installation space. Specifically, at the door installation location, there must be an additional space of 25 to 30mm compared to other types of elevators. This space is very important to ensure that the elevator doors can open easily and without obstruction.

This not only helps the elevator operate smoothly but also facilitates the movement of users, especially in limited spaces. The accurate calculation and design of this gap is an indispensable factor in the construction and installation process of two-door elevators . Inaccuracy in this calculation can cause problems during the use of the elevator, affecting the efficiency and safety of the elevator. Therefore, investors and design engineers need to pay special attention to this requirement to ensure the elevator operates stably and effectively throughout the use process.

POPULAR TYPES OF 2-DOOR ELEVATORS

Two-door perpendicular elevator

The operating principle of the perpendicular double-door elevator is basically the same as that of the opposite double-door elevator, but there are some important differences. In this elevator model , the door is installed on the side of the cabin, forming a right angle with the other door. This helps to optimize space and create a special design for buildings that require flexibility in elevator use. Another obvious difference is that the perpendicular double-door elevator does not use the cabin rail on the side, but instead, the rail is arranged behind the cabin.

This change in structure saves space and at the same time facilitates installation in buildings with limited space. The operating speed of a perpendicular double-door elevator usually ranges from 10-25m/min, depending on factors such as load capacity and building requirements. Although the speed is not as high as other types of elevators, the perpendicular double-door elevator still ensures stable and safe operation, especially suitable for buildings that require flexibility in design and space use.

Two-door elevators are usually designed with sliding doors that open to one side, or automatic/hand-held doors that open and close, providing maximum convenience for users. Using sliding doors or automatic doors makes moving easier, especially in spaces with limited area or space-saving requirements. Family members can easily use the elevator from many different directions, helping to optimize travel time and improve flexibility in use.

In addition, with the application of modern features and smart design, the right-angle double-door elevator not only improves operating efficiency but also contributes to reducing energy consumption. Advanced technologies integrated into the elevator system help reduce the load on the motor system, thereby saving energy while ensuring stable operating efficiency. With the combination of convenience, energy saving and high performance, the right-angle double-door elevator is the ideal choice for modern homes that require flexibility and efficiency in space use.

Elevator 2 doors opposite

Opposite double-door elevators are often the preferred choice for specially designed buildings where flexibility and convenience are required when access is available in both directions. This type of elevator not only meets the need for easy movement between floors but also provides flexibility in the way the doors open. Opposite double-door elevators can be designed with doors opening from the center, where both doors will open at the same time, or doors that slide to one side, saving space and providing maximum convenience for the user.

One of the outstanding advantages of elevators with two doors opening opposite each other is the ability to access from many different directions, which is extremely useful in buildings with high user density or special traffic requirements. However, when using this type of elevator , passengers need to pay attention to the simultaneous opening of the doors from both sides. This can be inconvenient and sometimes cause loss of balance if not careful, especially when moving into the elevator cabin. Therefore, providing clear instructions for use and focusing on safety features will help users easily get acquainted with the elevator and use it safely.

Manual 2-door glass elevator

The use of manually opened elevator doors, especially when the user is carrying items or luggage, is common in families and buildings such as restaurants and hotels. However, although this type of door can save initial costs and is quite simple in design, it is not widely popular due to the inconvenience it brings. Each time the door is opened, the user must directly perform the opening and closing operation, which can be difficult, especially when it is necessary to hold items or luggage in hand. Not only that, manually opened elevator doors also lack flexibility and can be time-consuming, especially in situations where the user needs to move quickly or when many people use the elevator at the same time. For these reasons, many buildings today prioritize the use of automatic elevator doors, helping to improve the user experience, ensuring convenience and safety during use.

2-door automatic elevator

Most of the current 2-door elevators are often used in passenger or family buildings, especially in the design of mini elevators or specialized elevators for transporting goods. This type of door brings a lot of convenience, especially with the fully automatic feature, making use easier and more convenient than ever. Users only need to select the number of floors they want to go to, and the elevator will automatically operate without having to perform complicated operations. This is completely different from elevators using manual doors, which are likely to break or have problems with safety latches, causing unsafety for users. Automatic elevator doors help minimize risks and increase the durability of the system, while providing a smoother, safer and more efficient user experience. With smart design and superior features, automatic 2-door elevators are the ideal choice for projects that require high convenience and safety.

REFERENCE PRICE OF 2-DOOR ELEVATOR

In terms of price, 2-door elevators often have significantly higher investment costs than conventional elevators. This comes from the requirement to use 2 sets of cabin doors, an important factor that increases production and installation costs. In addition, if each floor of the house is equipped with 2 floor doors, the overall cost will increase further due to the need to adjust and redesign the elevator control system to accommodate the increased number of floor doors. This complexity requires the contractor to provide special technical solutions to ensure efficiency and safety during operation. However, despite the higher initial investment cost, 2-door elevators bring many long-term benefits, especially in terms of flexibility, convenience and ability to serve projects with special design requirements, or in buildings with high density of use. Careful calculation and selection suitable to usage needs will help investors achieve the highest efficiency in using 2-door elevators.

With the use of a larger number of cabin doors and a more complex structure than conventional elevators, the manufacturing and installation process of 2-door elevators becomes much more complicated. This leads to the cost of this type of family elevator being about 10% higher than that of conventional elevators. The design, manufacturing and installation require many meticulous steps, from material selection, space optimization, to equipping the appropriate control system and cabin doors. In addition, the flexibility and special features of 2-door elevators also increase the cost. However, this investment is completely reasonable if you need a flexible, space-saving elevator solution that is suitable for projects with complex design requirements.

As mentioned above, the 2-door elevator and the 2-door elevator are not common but very notable options, bringing novelty and high flexibility to modern buildings. These elevators are suitable for spaces that require multi-directional elevator operation, convenience and safety. If you still have questions about the family elevator with 2 doors or want to learn more about other elevator options, do not hesitate to contact us via hotline. We are always ready to answer all questions and advise you on the best elevator solutions, suitable for the needs of your family or your project. Thank you for your interest and taking the time to read the article!

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