Vertical Transportation (Lifts & Escalators) Design
We move your guests efficiently: considered vertical transportation design for lifts and escalators, with traffic studies ensuring minimal waiting time and maximum efficiency for your project.
Service Overview
Vertical transportation design ensures smooth, efficient user movement across building floors. We conduct traffic analysis to determine the number, type and speed of required lifts, and capacity and waiting-time calculations, achieving the target level of service.
We select appropriate systems (passenger, service, panoramic lifts, escalators) and define their specifications and structural/MEP requirements. We coordinate the design with architecture and structure, considering accessibility, safety and energy efficiency.
Scope of Work
- Conducting lift traffic analysis
- Determining number, type and speed of required lifts
- Capacity, waiting-time and level-of-service calculations
- Designing escalators and moving walkways
- Defining specifications and structural/MEP requirements
- Coordination with architecture/structure and accessibility
Deliverables
Traffic Study Report
Traffic analysis and capacity/waiting-time calculations.
Vertical Transportation Specs
Lift and escalator specifications.
Shaft Drawings & Requirements
Lift shaft drawings and technical requirements.
MEP Requirements Matrix
Electrical and control requirements for the systems.
Standards & Codes
Why Choose Alsaif
Multidisciplinary Team
Engineers, architects and specialists under one roof, managing design from concept to handover.
Official Accreditations
Consultancy accredited by SCE, Civil Defense, Baladi and MODON.
Code & Standard Compliance
Design compliant with Saudi Building Code (SBC), NFPA, ASHRAE and LEED.
Coordination & Integration
Cross-discipline clash management via BIM to ensure delivery quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a lift traffic study?
- An analysis determining the number, type and speed of lifts to achieve minimal waiting time and an appropriate level of service.
- Do you design escalators?
- Yes, we design escalators and moving walkways within the vertical transportation system.
- How do you determine the number of lifts?
- Through a traffic study considering user numbers, floors, peak times and the target level of service.
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