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GoldStar D series was a series of traction elevator models that based on Hitachi DB/A2 and DB/ACVV, produced by South Korean elevator manufacturer GoldStar in the 1980s. These models were known as DP (passenger elevator), DO (observation/panoramic elevator), DB (bed elevator) and DF (freight elevator), and were mainly used in low to mid rise buildings.

The GoldStar D series was succeeded by the L series which consisted of LVP (passenger), LVO (observation/panoramic), LVS (passenger/service), LVB (bed) and LVF (freight) models; they are all low rise traction models.

DP[]

DP, which is said to be an acronym for "Digital Person"[1], was a standard passenger elevator model for low to mid rise buildings. It is a geared traction elevator with AC feedback control system. DP was launched in 1980 and was a popular elevator model both in South Korea and other Asian countries, particularly in Hong Kong and Indonesia. It was discontinued in 1993 and succeeded by GoldStar's LVP model, which had been launched in 1989. Some late DP elevators adopt the design from LVP elevators. Its domestic competitors were Hyundai VAC and Dong Yang CV10.

Known specs[]

  • Geared traction
  • AC feedback control with mechanical relays, some later installations might use microcomputers
  • 1 meters per second speed
  • 450 to 1600(?) kilograms (or 6 to 24(?) persons) capacities
  • Unknown maximum number of floors serve, but it could serve up to 20 floors
  • Center opening or two speed telescopic sliding door
  • Fixtures (see List of GoldStar elevator fixtures#1980s for more details)
    • Push buttons or touch sensitive buttons
    • Floor indicators with analogue or 7-segments digital display
  • Mechanical bell for arrival chime

SDP[]

GoldStar also made a low-cost version of DP, the SDP, which was launched in 1989. The difference between this model and DP is that the former uses a limit switch instead of a layered selector. It only came out as a passenger elevator type and was installed for low to mid rise buildings. It was discontinued in 1993 along with DP.

DO[]

DO is the passenger observation/panoramic elevator version of DP. It was mainly used in shopping centers and could be installed in both indoor and outdoor. This model probably shares the same specification as the DP model.

DB[]

DB is GoldStar's bed elevator models for hospitals and medical facilities. It has a deeper/longer elevator car size to accommodate stretcher, as well as two speed telescopic sliding doors. DB could also be used as a service elevator for buildings other than hospitals. This model also had a door hold feature which is could only be enabled by using a key; if enabled, a red IN USE lamp on the landing indicators will light up.

DF[]

DF is GoldStar's freight elevator models, mainly used in industrial buildings and shopping centers. This model had two types of telescopic sliding doors; two speed and center opening.

Notable installations[]

DP elevators[]

South Korea[]

To be added.

Hong Kong, China[]

Kowloon[]
  • Lai Sun Commercial Centre, Cheung Sha Wan (1987)
  • Chee Hing Building, Mong Kok (1989)
  • Tak Sing Alliance Building, Tsim Sha Tsui (1987)
  • Po Cheong Commercial Building, Tsim Sha Tsui (1990)
Hong Kong Island[]
  • Mountain View Mansion, Wan Chai (1988)
  • Wai Yip Commercial Building, Sheung Wan (1988)
  • Shui Hing Court, Shau Kei Wan (1989)
  • Hollywood Court, North Point (1988)
  • Port Shopping Mall - Port Centre, Aberdeen (1989)

Indonesia[]

Jakarta[]
  • Wisma Geha
  • Hotel Cipta
  • Galeri Keris Menteng (1986, modernized by Sigma)
  • Capitol Hotel, Glodok (modernized by Sigma)
  • Asemka Market (China Trade Center) (Late 1980s, derelict and awaiting to be replaced into Schindler 5500 or 3300 AP)
  • Apartemen Cilandak
  • Apartemen Prapanca (modernized by Sigma)
  • Plaza Blok M (1989, car park elevators modernized by Sigma in the early 2010s)
  • Arion Mall, Rawamangun
Bali[]
  • Bali Mandira Beach Resort(1984, might have been modernized by now)
  • Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua (1989, modernized by Sigma in 2007)
  • Padma Resort Legian (1989-2010, replaced into Otis Gen2-Regen)
Other cities[]
  • Plasa Simpang Lima, Semarang (1989, modernized by Sigma and Pillar)
  • Tunjungan Plaza 2 (car park), Surabaya (1991? Replaced into Schindler 3300 AP)
  • Kartika Prince Hotel, Malang
  • Damar Plaza, Padang (derelict)

Other countries[]

  • SM City Sta. Mesa, Quezon City, Philippines (1991) [Replaced by Hyundai in 2020/2021]
  • Midlands Court, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia (modernized by Hi Rise)
  • Glorietta Mall 3, Makati City, Philippines (1992) [Modded by Generic in 2016]

DO elevators[]

Indonesia[]

Jakarta[]
  • Pasar Pagi Mangga Dua (1988, modernized by Nidec)
  • Mall Kelapa Gading 1 (1989-2007?, removed)
  • Stars Elementary School & Future Stars Preschool (modernized by Nidec)
  • Asemka Building (China Trade Center) (1989)[2]
Other cities[]
  • Bandung Indah Plaza (Phase 1), Bandung (1989, removed)
  • Hi-Tech Mall, Surabaya (modernized by LINES)

DB elevators[]

  • Mediros Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia (modernized by Abtech Lift)
  • Grand Hyatt Bali, Bali, Indonesia (1989)
  • Deja Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand (Building has been demolished)

DF elevators[]

China[]

Hong Kong[]
  • Goodview Industrial Building, Tuen Mun, New Territories (1988)
  • 41 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon (1991)
  • Hi-Tech Industrial Centre (Block B), Tsuen Wan, New Territories (1989)

Indonesia[]

Jakarta[]
  • Pasar Pagi Mangga Dua (1988, modernized by Nidec)
  • Mall Kelapa Gading 1 (1989, modernized by Sigma, later Nidec)
  • Plaza Blok M (1989-2000s, replaced into Hyundai STVF)
Other cities[]
  • Tunjungan Plaza 2, Surabaya (1991)

Gallery[]

Notes and references[]

  1. LG Industrial Systems (Korean) - Namu Wiki
  2. One had been modernized by Pillar, while another one was replaced by Lemova. They are rumored to be replaced by Schindler soon.
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