Passenger In-Ground Hydraulic

Alliance In-Ground Hydro: The jack is located directly under the platform, in the ground. The jack is protected from the ground using a PVC liner.

Pros:

• Material cost is less expensive than other elevators.
• This is the easiest to install and is available in low capacity as well as high capacity applications.
• Heavy freight carsvare typically always in-ground.

Cons:

• The jack is located underground and oil contamination is possible, although rare. A PVC liner provide protection between the cylinder and soil.
• Drilling a jack hole can be expensive, depending upon the ground conditions.

Important Info:

• Requires drilling deep hole for hydraulic jack.
• Requires 4 ft deep pit or greater.
• Requires ceiling height on upper landing of at least 150”
• Typical capacity of 2100 lbs to 5000 lbs. Larger capacity available
• Travel speed up to 150 feet per minute.