Selection and Configuration Solutions for Medical Elevators

Needs Analysis and Functional Positioning

Assessment of Building Structure Compatibility

Determine basic parameters such as rated load and car dimensions based on the hospital building's floor height, shaft dimensions, and load-bearing structure. Space for patient bed transfer must be reserved; an internal car height of no less than 2.3 meters and a door opening width of at least 1.1 meters is recommended.

Types of Hospital Elevators Based on Usage Scenarios

• Inpatient Elevators: Focus on stretcher and patient bed transportation; recommend dedicated bed elevators.

• Outpatient Elevators: Prioritize high passenger flow capacity; recommend twin elevator systems or group control systems.

• Surgical Elevators: Must meet cleanliness standards; UV disinfection systems should be installed.

• Logistics Elevators: Require high load capacity; recommend specifications of 2000 kg or more.

Technical Parameter Selection Criteria

Performance Metrics

• Speed: Should be determined by building height; for buildings of 8 floors or fewer , a speed of 1.0–1.5 m/s is advised.

• Acceleration Control: Vertical acceleration should not exceed 0.8 m/s² to ensure patient comfort.

• Leveling Precision: Stopping accuracy should be within ±5 mm.

Special Functional Requirements

• Emergency Power Supply: Must be equipped with an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to ensure continued operation for 30 minutes  during a power outage.

• Intelligent Dispatching System: Should support priority dispatch and emergency call response.

• Antibacterial Treatment: The car interior should use antibacterial materials such as silver ion coatings.

Safety Standards and Certification Requirements

Basic Certification System

• Must hold a valid Type A national Special Equipment Manufacturing License.

• Certification in compliance with ISO 13482 for medical equipment.

• Compliance with GB/T 24477 standards for barrier-free elevators.

Medical-Specific Safety Configurations

• Radiation Shielding: Elevators serving radiology departments should include lead-lined protective layers.

• Emergency Communication System: Direct intercom line to the control room independent of public networks.

• Disinfection Modules: Air circulation and purification system with a ventilation rate of ≥20 air changes per hour.

Key Points for Evaluating Medical Elevator Suppliers

Technical Capability Review

• Review case studies of similar projects completed in the past three years.

• Require statistical data on elevator failure rates.

• Verify proprietary ownership of the elevator control system source code.

Service System Evaluation

• Local maintenance team coverage radius should be ≤50 km.

• Verify spare parts inventory levels to meet maintenance needs.

• Technicians must hold certifications specific to medical elevator maintenance.

Why Choose IFE?

IFE is one of specialized hospital lift manufacturers committed to the R&D and production of elevator technologies, providing high-quality medical elevator solutions to the healthcare sector. With extensive project experience, we offer customized elevator configuration plans tailored to client needs, ensuring every system meets strict safety and performance standards.

IFE medical elevators integrate advanced technology with user-centric hospital elevator design to enhance hospital safety and comfort. Our elevators are equipped with negative ion generators to purify the air and improve the environmental quality of patient rooms and medical spaces, delivering a fresher breathing experience. The unique noise reduction system ensures quiet operation, minimizing patient disturbance and creating a calm therapeutic environment.

Additionally, features like the door hold open button allow staff to operate the elevator easily, streamlining patient transport. IFE's detailed service model and comfort-oriented care philosophy not only meet the healthcare industry's demands for safety and efficiency but also place strong emphasis on the physical and emotional well-being of patients.