Project Overview

Another successful example of Owj Lift's international presence in the regional market is the sale and supply of an 8-person machine-room gearless elevator with premium quality and a fully luxurious appearance, for a building project in the city of Herat, Afghanistan.

This unit includes a gearless traction motor with a dedicated machine room, a luxury Titan cabin, and luxury doors finished in gold and smoke stainless steel, designed and supplied for 6 floor stops; a combination that makes it one of the most luxurious options available for residential and office buildings with medium to high traffic.

This project was carried out solely in the form of the sale and supply of luxury elevator equipment. Owj Lift does not currently offer installation services in Afghanistan, and in line with the company's sales policy, its activity in this country is limited to the sale, export, and supply of high-quality elevator equipment; installation is carried out by the client's local technical team.

Construction Growth in Afghanistan: An Opportunity for Luxury Elevators

Over the past few years, Afghanistan — particularly major cities such as Kabul, Herat, Mazar-i-Sharif, and Kandahar — has witnessed significant construction growth. The construction of multi-story residential complexes, commercial and office towers, as well as the renovation and modernization of old urban fabric, has noticeably increased demand for modern, luxury infrastructure, including elevators.

Alongside this quantitative growth in construction, the taste of Afghan developers and builders has also shifted toward more luxurious and modern designs. Builders who previously viewed elevators merely as a means of transportation now see them as part of their property's visual identity and added luxury value — a shift that has sharply increased demand for luxury cabins, colored steel doors, and modern control systems in the Afghan market.

This transformation has created a favorable environment for the presence of Iranian luxury elevators in the Afghan market; products that, with European-level quality and more competitive pricing than Western brands, represent a logical choice for Afghan builders.

The Herat Market and Project Background

Herat, as one of the most important commercial and cultural hubs of western Afghanistan, has seen considerable expansion in residential and commercial construction projects in recent years. This urban growth has further highlighted the need for safe, durable, and luxury elevator equipment.

The client for this project was looking for equipment that, in addition to stable performance and high safety, would also have a luxurious appearance in keeping with the building's façade. After reviewing the drawings and technical specifications submitted by the client, Owj Lift's technical team proposed the supply of an 8-person luxury machine-room gearless elevator with 6 floor stops as the optimal option.

This project is yet another example of regional clients' trust in the quality of equipment from Iranian elevator manufacturing companies in neighboring markets.

Machine-Room Gearless Elevator System: A Combination of Power and Stability

Unlike roomless systems, in a machine-room gearless elevator, the machine room is considered separately (usually above the elevator shaft), while the motor itself is of the gearless type (without a gearbox).

This combination merges the mechanical stability of traditional machine-room systems with the energy efficiency and quiet operation of gearless motors, making it a reliable and luxurious option for buildings that have sufficient space for a machine room but require high efficiency and low energy consumption.

Key Advantages

• Easy access for inspection and periodic servicing

• High stability under heavy traffic and continuous use

• Smooth and quiet operation during movement and stops; an experience on par with luxury European elevators

• Noticeable energy savings compared to conventional geared motors

• Easier maintenance and servicing

8-Person Capacity and 6 Floor Stops: A Choice Suited to Real Needs

The 8-person capacity of this elevator makes it suitable for multi-family residential buildings and office buildings with medium traffic. The control system is designed so that, with 6 floor stops, waiting time and movement between floors are minimized, providing residents with a smooth, quiet, and luxurious travel experience.

The motion management system stops at each floor with high precision and without vibration, which, combined with the appropriate capacity, makes this elevator reliable for daily, high-traffic use.

Luxury Titan Cabin Design

The cabin of this elevator was selected from the luxury Titan model; a design that, with its elegant lines, high-quality materials, and precise finishing, gives the elevator's interior a modern and thoroughly opulent feel.

Features of the Titan Cabin

• Modern, luxury design suited to buildings with an opulent façade

• High-quality materials resistant to everyday wear

• Interior lighting suited to the cabin's luxury atmosphere

• Visual harmony with the gold and smoke stainless steel doors

Choosing the Titan cabin alongside the gold and smoke stainless steel doors provides a unified, luxurious look for the elevator space. To view other luxury cabin designs, you can visit the elevator cabin design gallery.

Luxury Door Design: Gold and Smoke Stainless Steel

One of the distinguishing elements of this project is the use of elevator doors finished in stainless steel in two colors: gold and smoke. This color combination gives the elevator entrance a luxurious, modern feel, while the high durability of stainless steel provides good resistance to scratches and rust.

Features of the Doors Used in This Project

• Gold stainless steel cladding for the door frame and exterior face

• Combination with smoke stainless steel to create color contrast and luxurious visual depth

• High resistance to impact, scratches, and rust

• A smooth, even surface that simplifies cleaning and maintenance

• Visual harmony with the Titan cabin and the building's interior design

This color choice, in addition to its aesthetic aspect, reflects attention to the client's taste and harmony with the luxurious interior architecture of the building in Herat.

Safety Systems and International Standards

This elevator is designed and manufactured in accordance with the EN 81 international safety standard and, in addition to its luxurious appearance, ranks at the highest level in terms of safety. This standard covers the following:

• Cabin overload protection system

• Anti-fall (Safety Gear) system on the guide rails

• ARD emergency rescue system for power outages

• Precise design and engineering of the elevator shaft in accordance with the standard

• Precise speed and acceleration control for greater passenger safety

Export of Iranian Elevators to Afghanistan

The export of equipment from Iranian elevator manufacturing companies to the Afghan market, especially to cities like Herat that are geographically close to Iran, is becoming increasingly significant. It should be noted that this cooperation is currently limited solely to the sale and supply of luxury equipment, and installation services are not provided in Afghanistan; installation is the responsibility of the client's local technical team. Nevertheless, this geographic proximity offers clients several advantages:

• Reduced transportation and logistics costs

• Faster delivery times for luxury equipment

• Remote technical support and consultation

• Technical and price compatibility with regional conditions

Summary

The Herat project showcases Owj Lift's capability to supply high-quality luxury elevators that fully comply with international standards; a reliable option for clients seeking a combination of stable performance, a fully luxurious appearance, and competitive pricing for their building project.

Given the ever-growing construction boom in Afghanistan, if you also have a project in Herat, other Afghan cities, or anywhere else in the region, and are looking to source a luxury elevator with European quality and a design suited to your building's architecture, Owj Lift's sales team is ready to carefully assess your needs and recommend the most suitable package in terms of capacity, number of stops, motor system, cabin, and door design.

Contact us today for a free consultation and price quote on the luxury package with Owj Lift's sales specialists — call us to receive a technical and pricing proposal tailored to your project as quickly as possible.