Freight elevators, as the name suggests, are elevator types used for transporting goods and cargo. Compared to passenger elevators, the priority is not speed or comfort but rather load capacity, durability, and safety. They are widely preferred in warehouses, factories, shopping centers, parking garages, and logistics areas.

These elevators enable heavy and bulky loads to be transported between floors in a fast, safe, and organized manner. This minimizes labor loss, saves time, and increases efficiency in working areas.

Areas of Use

• Warehouses and storage facilities
• Factories and production plants
• Shopping centers and supermarkets
• Service areas of hotels, hospitals, and parking garages
• All businesses with intensive loading and unloading traffic

Load Capacity and Technical Specifications

Freight elevators can be designed with different load capacities according to needs. Standard capacities include:

• 630 kg
• 1000 kg
• 1600 kg
• 2000 kg and above

Higher tonnage solutions can also be planned upon request. Cabin dimensions, door types (double-leaf, sliding, shutter doors, etc.), and floor protection solutions are designed specifically for the user and the project according to the load to be transported.

Differences Between Freight and Passenger Elevators

• The priority is not comfort but load capacity and durability.
• Cabin interior design is simpler and more functional compared to passenger elevators.
• Floors, walls, and doors are reinforced with impact-resistant materials.
• Solutions suitable for forklift, pallet truck, and similar equipment access can be provided.

In freight elevators, load safety, cabin strength, and system stability are more important than transport speed. Therefore, the maximum load to be carried, frequency of use, and building structure must be carefully considered during the planning stage.

A properly designed and regularly maintained freight elevator provides businesses with a safe, economical, and efficient transportation solution for many years.