Choosing the right home elevator can transform your home’s accessibility, comfort, and aesthetic appeal. With Cibes Symmetry, homeowners enjoy a perfect blend of style, safety, and innovation designed for modern multi-story living. In this guide, we cover everything from drive systems to customization options, drawing on Cibes Symmetry's extensive design experience to bring you a complete overview.
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About Cibes Symmetry Elevators
Cibes Symmetry has grown into a trusted name in home elevators. Founded in 2008 with a mission to elevate accessibility in the U.S., Cibes Symmetry merged with Sweden’s Cibes Lift Group in 2022, combining American craftsmanship with Swedish innovation. Together, they offer one of the most extensive selections of residential elevators, ensuring performance, reliability, and strict adherence to American (ASME) standards. For homeowners seeking reliability, aesthetic appeal, and ADA-compliance, Cibes Symmetry provides customizable elevating solutions.
Choosing the Right Elevator Drive System
Selecting the right drive system is essential to ensure your home elevator fits seamlessly with your space, power requirements, and comfort needs. Here’s a breakdown of Cibes Symmetry’s drive system options and their unique benefits:
Inline Gear Drive
- Clearance Requirements: Minimum 8 feet overhead clearance for a 7-foot car height with remote controller; 9 feet with a shaft-mounted controller.
- Power: 208/230 VAC, 60 Hz, and 20 amps with single-phase power.
- Drive Features: Inverter-controlled, variable-speed gear motor with a 2 HP motor, counterweighted for smooth, efficient operation.
- Applications: Ideal for homes where space efficiency is key, as it requires no machine room.
Hydraulic Drive
- Clearance Requirements: Requires 7 feet 10 inches overhead clearance for a 7-foot car height.
- Power: 208/230 VAC, 60 Hz, and 30 amps with single-phase power.
- Drive Features: Equipped with a 3 HP submersible motor, offering quiet, smooth rides with reliable power.
- Applications: Excellent for larger homes where stability is paramount, delivering a comfortable, fluid ride.
Winding Drum Drive
- Clearance Requirements: Needs at least 7 feet 10 inches of overhead clearance.
- Power: Operates on 208/230 VAC, 60 Hz, and 30 amps with single-phase power.
- Drive Features: Includes a 3 HP motor, inverter-controlled, providing dependable operation without hydraulic oil.
- Applications: Ideal for low-maintenance solutions, the compact design is efficient and straightforward.
Core Specifications of Cibes Symmetry Elevators
To meet diverse residential needs, Cibes Symmetry elevators offer flexible specifications tailored for comfort and functionality:
- Travel Distance: Up to 50 feet.
- Speed: Up to 40 feet per minute.
- Rated Capacity: Standard capacity of 1,000 lbs, perfect for multiple occupants or moving goods.
- Pit & Overhead: A pit depth of 6 inches minimum (8 inches preferred) ensures flush operation and fit.
- Safety Mechanisms: Equipped with a programmable logic controller (PLC), car-top and pit stop switches, emergency stop features, and a battery backup for lights to ensure safety at every level.
Prioritizing Safety and Compliance
Safety is a top priority for home elevators. The 2016 ASME A17.1 Safety Code introduced a ¾” x 4” rule to protect against accidental access to the hoistway door and car gate area, particularly for children. Cibes Symmetry elevators exceed these standards with enhanced gate bypass monitoring, preventing movement if anyone is detected in this space.
Additionally, a light curtain option creates a grid of 94 beams, ensuring that if anything enters this space, the elevator won’t leave the landing—an added layer of safety for families and high-traffic homes.
Door and Gate Options
Your elevator’s door design can seamlessly integrate with your home’s interior while boosting safety. Cibes Symmetry offers several versatile options:
- Symmetry Safety 3-Panel Door: Perfect for residential use, meeting the ¾” x 4” rule for added protection.
- Enterprise Collapsible Gate: A customizable, flexible option that’s sturdy yet visually unobtrusive.
- Accordion Doors: Available in finishes such as Dark Oak, Antique White, and Cherry, with optional clear or bronze acrylic panels.
Standard finishes can be upgraded to polished stainless steel, brushed brass, or custom powder coatings, giving homeowners freedom to match any design aesthetic.
Flexible Sizing and Customization
One of the key advantages of Cibes Symmetry elevators is their versatility in size and style customization, making it possible to seamlessly integrate the elevator into any home design.
- Opening Options: Choose from single-side, 90-degree corner, or opposite-side openings based on your home’s layout.
- Custom Car Sizes: Standard options allow up to 15 square feet, with some models extending to 18 square feet.
- Interior Choices: Select from finishes like Birch or Red Oak, recessed LED lighting, matching handrails, and more. For a personal touch, Cibes offers custom finishes, stainless steel fixtures, and panel designs like Shaker or Recessed.
Installation Planning and Code Compliance
Installation planning is key to ensuring code compliance and a smooth integration with your home. Each elevator project must meet state and local requirements, and consulting with both Cibes Symmetry representatives and local experts ensures the installation will be hassle-free. Mobility123’s experts coordinate these needs to avoid surprises, helping your project meet all necessary codes and standards.
Bringing It All Together
Choosing a Cibes Symmetry elevator is an investment in accessibility, safety, and style for multi-story homes. With a variety of drive systems, custom sizes, safety features, and door options, Cibes Symmetry elevators provide a versatile solution for new constructions or renovations.
Ready to explore how a Cibes Symmetry elevator can transform your home? Contact Mobility123 today, and let our team guide you through the design options, code compliance, and installation process, ensuring your home elevator project runs smoothly from start to finish.