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ORION
"LU/LA" (Limited Use/Limited Application Elevator)
Applicable National Codes and Standards - USA Private Residential
GENERAL
In most States and areas, there is no requirement for inspection
and licensing of elevators in private homes. As an exception,
Michigan does require permits, licensing and inspection. Other
States or areas may require at least an electrical permit and
inspection. The main area of difference between a standard passenger
elevator and a LU/LA is the hoistway; pit and overhead clearances
and machine room requirements; most other requirements for an
elevator apply. It is especially suited for retro-fit in existing
buildings.
The Architect/Specifier should be aware that some jurisdictions
may require that Part V of the A17.1 (Private Residential Elevators)
be referenced as the applicable standard for the installation,
due to platform size restrictions. Verify with your local authorities
as to whether or not they have jurisdiction in a Private Home.
(The ORION exceeds the requirements of Part V)!
It is prudent to use the following information as a guideline
for the installation of a ORION LU/LA elevator in a private residence:
The National Standard used by most States and localities is the
ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Part 25.
The most current edition is 1996, with a 1999 Addendum.
Some areas adopt the standard in it’s entirety, and some
areas adopt the standard in part, or a local standard may have
been developed which has been legislated for use. Check with your
local enforcing authorities for the requirements in your area.
Typically, a LU/LA is intended for Public Buildings, but there
is no reason it cannot be installed in a Private Residence, as
long as it is not in conflict with local legislation and rules.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA):
Elevators in private residences are not required to be in compliance
with the ADA.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG).
Elevators in private residences are not referenced by ADAAG.
Installation
The applicable standard governing the requirements for field installation
and wiring of the ORION "LU/LA" Elevator is the ANSI/NFPA
70 (The National Electrical Code) Article 620. Referenced by Rule
2502.7 (which references Section 306 and Rule 306.6(a) of the
ASME A17.1 - 1996).The Architect/Specifier should be aware of
the requirements of this section especially as it applies to the
location and installation of the elevator power supply, and other
machine room requirements. In most areas, the power supply to
an elevator is the responsibility of other contractors, not the
installing Concord dealer. Check with your local Concord dealer,
for assistance and information concerning the requirements of
this standard. All field wiring of the elevator components will
be performed in accordance with this standard by dealer Technicians
who have been factory trained by Concord.
Certifications
The applicable standard governing the requirements for Certification
of the Electrical Equipment of the Concord ORION "LU/LA"
elevator is the CSA B44.1/ASME A17.5 . (Referenced by Rule 2502.7
(which references Section 306 and Rule 306.6(b) of the ASME A17.1-1996).
This is the North American harmonized standard for certification
of electrical equipment used with all elevating devices which
are covered by the ASME A17.1 Standard.. The Architect/Specifier
should be aware of this requirement and ensure that all elevator
electrical equipment specified for use on the project is certified
to this standard. Certification must be by a Federal OSHA approved
Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory, and the certification
mark must clearly indicate the approved testing laboratory. Some
examples of certification laboratories are: CSA (Canadian Standards
Association); UL (Underwriter’s Laboratories); ETL (Electrical
Testing Laboratories); WH (Warnock-Hersey Testing Laboratories);
and there are others. Concord equipment is certified to American
Standards by CSA (Canadian Standards Association).
Requirements for Disabled Persons
To ensure that the elevator meets the needs of disabled users,
the American National Standards Institute , A117.1 Standard, "Providing
Accessibility and Usability for Physically Disabled People"
is referenced frequently throughout the standard. (This is appropriate
information for a Private Residence elevator where the user(s)
may be disabled.) There are requirements within the A117.1 which
impact on the design of the building in areas approaching the
elevator entrances. The Architect/Specifier should be aware of
these requirements. The most current eidtion is 1999.
Building Codes and Standards
Depending on the area of the USA where the lift is to be installed
, the local building codes may have requirements which will affect
the design and installation of Private Residential "Home"
elevators. Reference should be made by the Architect/Specifier
to the actual building code legislated in their area.
It may be (for example):
1. UBC (Uniform building Code) available from the ICBO (See other
pages for address)
2. NBC (National Building Code) available from BOCA (See other
pages for address)
ICBO=International Conference of Building Officials
BOCA = Building Officials and Code Administrators
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