SCHINDLER
5500
Overview
The 5500 is Schindler's low-to-mid rise MRL traction elevator model for the North American market. It was introduced in 2015, replacing the 400AE.
The 5500 fills the gap in Schindler's lineup between the low-rise MRL 3300, and the high-rise 7000. It can be used for 2-35 floors, with a maximum travel distance of 350 feet.
It uses Schindler's "Suspension Traction Media' (STM) belts instead of traditional ropes. Schindler claims these belts have a longer lifespan than cables, and allow for a smaller motor in the hoistway.
Characteristics
5500s are known to level very quickly and accurately, similarly to Otis Gen2, KONE MonoSpace, and Mitsubishi Diamond Trac.
They have very thin door tracks for their inner doors.
Their motors and door operators can usually be clearly heard.
5500s are of higher quality than Schindler's 3100 and 3300 models.
They can have Linea 100, PORT, 5500 Vandal Resistant, or EPCO fixtures (see Fixture Guide > Schindler)
Specifications
Type: MRL Traction
Motor: VVVF
Cables: 'STM' belts
Max rise: 33 floors/350 ft.
Max landings: 45
Capacity: 2100, 2500, 3500, 4000, 4500, or 5000 lb
Speed: 200, 350, or 500 ft/minute
Cab height: 8, 9, or 10 ft
Doors: Two-speed side opening or single-speed center opening
Door width: 36, 42, 48, or 52 in.
Max cars per bank: 8
Regenerative drive standard
Fixtures: Linea 100, Linea PORT, Linea Vetro, 5500 Vandal Resistant, or EPCO (see Fixtures Guide > Schindler)
Notable installations
United States
AC Hotel/Residence Inn, Dallas, TX
Chicago O'Hare International Airport Rental Car Center, Chicago, IL
National Law Enforcement Museum, Washington, DC
One on Centre Apartments, Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
Embassy Suites, Grand Rapids, MI
Embassy Suites, Amarillo, TX
Tampa International Airport, Tampa, FL
Macy's, Brooklyn, NY
Hancock International Airport, Syracuse, NY (new terminal)
Orange Parking Deck, King of Prussia Mall, King of Prussia, PA
Old Navy, Times Square, Manhattan, NY
Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale, AZ
Tysons Corner Center, Tysons, VA
Saks Fifth Avenue, the Shops at Northway, Ross Township, PA
Hampton Inn & Suites, downtown Houston, TX
Brightline rail stations, Florida
Canada
Yorkdale Shopping Centre, Yorkdale, ON
Rogers Place, Edmonton, AB
Nordstrom, Sherway Garden, Toronto, ON
Upper Canada Mall, Newmarket, ON
Ryerson University, Toronto, ON
Videos
Documents
Schindler 5500 brochure (US)
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