ISO-A Dumbwaiter Lift

Service Lift for Food, Beverage & Light Goods Movement

The ISO-A Dumbwaiter Lift is a compact service lift designed for the movement of food, beverages, stock and light goods between floors within commercial and hospitality environments.

Commonly installed within restaurants, hotels, bars, cafés and commercial kitchens, the ISO-A system helps improve operational efficiency while reducing manual handling between service areas, kitchens, storage rooms and upper floors.

The lift system can also be used within retail premises, offices and commercial buildings where smaller goods, stock or equipment need to be transported safely between levels.

Suitable for Commercial & Hospitality Environments

The ISO-A dumbwaiter system is regularly installed within:

  • Restaurants
  • Hotels
  • Bars & pubs
  • Commercial kitchens
  • Cafés
  • Care environments
  • Offices
  • Retail premises

Its compact footprint allows installation within both new-build and existing buildings where space restrictions may limit larger goods lift systems.

Specification
Specification Details
Lift Type Dumbwaiter / Service Lift
Capacity Options 50kg, 100kg and 300kg
Installation Type Self-supporting structure
Car Width 500mm – 1000mm
Car Depth 500mm – 1000mm
Car Height 600mm – 1200mm
Door Options Vertical bi-parting or hinged doors
Door Finish Options Galvanised steel or stainless steel
Drive System Electric geared motor drive
Suspension System Rope or chain suspension depending on load capacity
Motor Protection IP54 rated motor
Control System Microprocessor control system
Controls Call/send stations at each landing
Indicators Position indicators and arrival buzzer
Safety Features Interlocked doors, overload protection and emergency stop system
Stops Multi-stop configuration available
Serving Height Approx. 700mm and above
Operating Speed Approx. 0.25m/s – 0.45m/s
Optional Features Heated shelves, intercom system, additional signalling equipment
Finish Options Galvanised steel or stainless steel
Typical Applications Restaurants, hotels, bars, cafés, offices and commercial buildings

The SKG ISO‑A dumbwaiter is a waist‑height service lift designed primarily for transporting goods between floors (popular in hospitality, retail, offices and light industrial settings).

 Load & performance

  • Capacity options: typically available in 50 kg, 100 kg and up to 300 kg versions, depending on specification
  • Serving height: designed to load/unload at waist or counter height, making it especially suited for food and service environments.

Construction & durability

  • Robust structure: customisable self‑supporting steel shaft and car; finishes often include stainless steel (ideal for hygiene) or galvanised steel.
  • Customisable size: car and shaft dimensions can be tailored to fit tight spaces or specific operational needs.

Access and doors

  • Door options: bi‑parting or roller shutter doors at landings; various entry configurations (single, through or adjacent) available.
  • Approved locking: safety‑tested door locks ensure the dumbwaiter cannot operate with doors open.

Controls & indicators

  • Call & send controls at each served floor for simple operation.
  • Position indicators and arrival buzzers provide clear feedback on lift location and service completion.

Optional enhancements

  • Heated shelves: keep food warm in transit — useful for kitchens and catering.
  • Intercom system: enables communication between floors during use.
  • External cladding options: can be finished to suit décor or hygiene requirements.

Installation & use

  • No pit required for counter‑height models, reducing installation complexity and time.
  • Can be installed quickly with minimal building works, ideal for refurbishments and busy environments.

Key Benefits

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Designed for Hospitality Environments

Suitable for restaurants, hotels, bars and commercial kitchens where food, drinks and service items need moving efficiently between floors.

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Compact Installation Footprint

The ISO-A system can be installed within existing buildings and restricted spaces where larger goods lifts may not be practical.

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Configurable Layout & Door Options

Available with multiple door arrangements, entry configurations and finish options to suit different building layouts and operational requirements.

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Safe & Reliable Day-to-Day Operation

Interlocked doors, overload protection and low-voltage safety controls support reliable operation within busy commercial environments.