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Savaria Vuelift Mini Luxury Home Elevator
Description

The Vuelift Mini has a small footprint with a big impact, combine stunning aesthetics with the convenience of skipping the stairs. The Savaria Vuelift Mini residential elevator is a showcase element that adds value to a home. With its small footprint and integrated hoistway, it’s an easy addition to design plans for new builds and remarkably flexible for retro fitting into an existing home. 

The Vuelift Mini’s sleek circular design can be customised with powder-coated frame colours to complement interior décor. Available in UV-resistant clear glass or acrylic to allow natural light to shine through, the incredible clarity of the cab means the 360-degree view from inside the lift is as impactful as the exterior design. Mini offers quiet operation and a smooth ride.

Key Features
  • Stunning 360-degree views with glass or premium clear acrylic allow light in and open up spaces
  • Standard powder-coated frame in Sandtex Black — custom RAL colours also available
  • Travel up to 15.2m with up to 6 stops
  • Cab options for 1, 2, or 3 door configurations
  • Integrated hoistway for easy installation
  • Pit depth required from 102mm
  • Balcony hoop attachment for mezzanine floors
  • Glass or premium acrylic — won't discolour over time
  • Quiet operation
  • Smooth ride with 24 low-friction guides to gently glide the cab up and down
  • Safety features including emergency battery back-up, overspeed governor & safety brakes, alarm & phone
  • Automatic LED cab lights and ventilation fan, illuminated push button-hall call stations
Scope of Use
  • Luxury residential applications
  • New builds or retrofit
  • Option for balcony ring for use with mezzanine floors
  • Travel up to 15.2m with up to 6 stops

Capacity:

  • Vuelift Mini Round (acrylic or glass): 227kg, 1.08m²

Cab configurations:

  • 1 door — enter/exit on same side
  • 2 doors — enter/exit on opposite side
Limitations on Use
  • Interior use only
  • Not suitable for use with wheelchairs
  • Pit depth required of 102mm
  • On-floor option with a short ramp when a pit is not possible
  • Design and installation by Architectural Home Elevators
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Vuelift Mini complies with the following standards:

  • AS/NZS 1735.18:2002 Lifts, escalators and moving walks — Part 18: Passenger lifts for private residence — Automatically controlled
  • Meets NZS 4334:2012 for low-speed lifts.
  • NZBC D2/AS1

NZBC meets or contributes to:

  • B1 Structure
  • B2 Durability
  • D2 Mechanical Installations for Access — AS1
  • F4 Safety from Falling
  • G8 Artificial Lighting
  • G9 Electricity
In-Service History

Savaria is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of accessibility products. Founded in the US in 1979, they are now a global company employing over 2300 people worldwide. In 2017, Savaria acquired the original designs for what is now known as the Vuelift elevator. With its added R&D investments and engineering team, Savaria has further developed the Vuelift elevator to reach a worldwide market.

Other Performance Attributes
  • Winner of the International Ellies Awards for Assessibility Solutions, recognised as the best and brightest in the industry.
  • Vuelift’s Glass or Premium Acrylic — won't discolour over time

Environmentally Friendly

  • Energy-efficient drive system: The winding drum drive system is designed to minimise energy usage which reduces energy consumption compared to traditional home elevators.
  • LED lighting: LEDs are known for their low energy consumption and long lifespan, reducing the overall environmental impact.
  • Reduced maintenance: The durable components and design require less maintenance, minimising the need for replacement parts and associated manufacturing and disposal.
  • Eco-friendly materials: The Vuelift utilises materials like low-iron silica glass and premium acrylic panels that are designed to be durable and long-lasting, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
  • Space-saving design: The Vuelift's compact design can potentially reduce the need for larger, more energy-intensive elevator systems, especially in residential settings.

Warranty & Maintenance

Regular maintenance is required under NZS 4334:2012.

Architectural Home Elevators offer Preventative Maintenance Agreements (PMA) to ensure the lift is serviced on a regular basis.

With proper maintenance Vuelift will provide many years of safe and reliable use.

  • With PMA in place: Vuelift is backed by a 3 year manufacturer's limited parts warranty
  • With no PMA: 1 year manufacturer's limited parts warranty
Documents
BPIR/PTS
Vuelift Planning & Design Guide

2025

Specification Guide: Vuelift
Maintenance and warranty
Brochure: Savaria Vuelift
Savaria Vuelift Comparison Chart
Vuelift Finish Options
Vuelift Inspiration Guide

Architectural Home Elevators are a New Zealand-based company specialising in premium residential lifts from the leading global manufacturer Savaria Corporation.

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