New and Improved
Innovation is at the core of the elevator industry, and ELEVATOR WORLD is proud to again recognize the achievements of manufacturers whose products — brought to the vertical-transportation market between March 2024-July 1, 2025 — are considered particularly noteworthy or innovative for the fifth annual Product of the Year Award. The products featured represent advances in technology or application, innovative or improved design, price/performance improvements and potential for further development. This special section contains detailed listings of the six products up for consideration this year, and you have the opportunity, along with an impartial panel of experienced industry experts and professionals, to help choose this year’s winner by voting online in October at elevatorworld.com. The winner and two finalists will be announced in November with an email blast and news in ELENET, along with receiving a framable certificate, a digital awards decal to use in marketing and a feature in the 2026 Elevator World SOURCE Directory. The winner will also receive a Product of the Year trophy to keep and display in the office or at industry events.
A100 PIT FLOOD PROTECTION SYSTEM ARGUS ELEVATOR
The Argus A100 Pit Flood Protection System is the simplest way to protect any elevator, new or old, from flooding.
More than just an alarm, the system takes action. It combines the A100-PFD Pit Flood Protector with the A100-PFS Pit Float Switch to sense rising water and respond automatically. When water is detected, the system automatically triggers audible and visual alarms and moves the elevator to a designated safe floor, opens the doors for passenger exit, and then disables the elevator until it is reset. This helps prevent costly equipment damage, safeguards passengers, and reduces service interruptions.
The A100-PFS is a rugged float switch housed in a waterproof enclosure with sealed fittings and liquid-tight conduit. Mounted 6 to 12 inches above the pit floor, it signals the A100 PFD as soon as water triggers the float.
Compact and easy to install, the A100- PFD protection system works with all elevator controllers, whether based on relay logic or serial communications. Its bright touchscreen interface uses icon-based indicators for each input and output to simplify setup and diagnostics.
Together, the A100-PFD and A100-PFS provide a reliable, no-maintenance solution for protecting elevators from flooding, while helping building owners meet safety codes, keep insurance eligibility, protect passengers, and reduce costly downtime. To learn more about the Argus A100 Pit Flood Protection System, call
877-837-0893 or
email info@arguselevator.com
AIO SPEED WATCHER ATWELL INTERNATIONAL LTD
The VG AiO Speed Watcher is a revolution in speed control and uncontrolled movement detection for the lift industry. The UMD and overspeed detection system is located on the lift car and uses two speed and movement sensors which run on the guide rail. Two 50mm diameter wheels self-adjust to the size of the guide rail from 9-19mm as standard. Each wheel is mounted into a sprung loaded carriage which allows constant pressure on the guide rail ensuring contact is always maintained between the wheel and guide rail. The internal Overspeed Governor / UMD Control technology is designed to be the system which controls the state of the electro-mechanical braking system, independently monitoring the lift for movement, speed and the interface to the main lift controller.
The completely self-contained system means there is no requirement for a traditional overspeed governor, tension weight, governor rope or mechanical connection.
The AiO requires a battery backup power supply to allow the VG Safety Gears to remain set during mains power loss, provide fault logging technology, deployment diagnostics as required, and brake reset functions.
The AiO Speed Watcher is housed in a steel constructed frame with an identical footprint of the VG8 Safety Gear.
+44 (0) 1905 641881
Unit 13, Ball Mill Top Business Park
Hallow, Worcestershire, WR2 6PD, UK
www.atwellinternational.com
Info@atwellinternational.com
TITAN DUAL PLUNGER RETROFIT BRAKE KIT HYPERION SOLUTIONS
The Titan Dual Plunger Retrofit Brake Kit is a purpose-built, code-compliant modernization solution for legacy elevator machines. Designed for both geared and gearless traction applications, this kit provides a streamlined and safe method of upgrading aging single plunger braking systems without removing the machine from service.
For geared traction machines that rely on single plunger brakes, Titan’s kit eliminates the single point of failure both mechanically and electrically by building in redundancy. For gearless machines, the kit enables an upgrade to emergency braking functionality for Ascending Car Overspeed (ACO) and Unintended Car Movement (UCM) protection, enhancing passenger safety and compliance.
This solution allows building owners and contractors to keep well-maintained legacy equipment reliably in service without costly field modifications, engineering expenses, or full machine replacements. Instead of extensive downtime, Titan delivers a fully pre-engineered, drop-in system that is quick to install and significantly improves safety and reliability.
The Titan Dual Plunger Retrofit Brake Kit meets ASME A17.1/CSA B44 requirements and complies with A17.3 code changes in applicable jurisdictions such as New York City. This certification ensures that the modernization not only enhances performance but also meets the highest safety standards in the industry. Hyperion Solutions | Titan
Email: sales@hyperion-solutions.com
Phone: (718) 361-7848
Website: www.hyperion-solutions.com
THE STRIKELOCKTM
RESIDENTIAL ELEVATOR
The StrikeLock™ is a cutting-edge door interlock system designed to deliver superior safety, simplified installation, and universal compatibility for residential elevators. Engineered with innovation at its core, StrikeLock™ eliminates the need for cutting door notches, saving valuable time and reducing installation costs without compromising on performance or reliability.
Key Features:
No Notches Required – Unlike traditional interlocks, StrikeLock™ offers a seamless installation experience, preserving the integrity of your doors.
ETL Listed & Industry Certified – Tested and certified to meet UL 104 and ASME A17.1/CSA B44 standards for elevator safety and compliance.
Universal Compatibility – Works flawlessly with both hydraulic and traction elevator systems, making it the perfect solution for nearly any home setup.
Premium Hardware Options – Includes brushed stainless steel, black, or bronze flush cup pulls to match your home’s aesthetic.
Reliable Performance – Designed and tested for durability, ensuring smooth operation and long-lasting safety.
Contact info: Rhyse Boeneke
THE SAVARIA LUMA
SAVARIA
The Savaria Luma blends the reliability of our commercial accessibility lifts with the sleek design of our residential elevators, like the Vuelift – at a price that makes it attainable for homeowners. Built on Savaria’s global R&D expertise, Luma delivers more than code compliance. It offers safety, simple installation and service, refined aesthetics, and proven long-term performance.
Luma is fully code compliant wherever it is sold. In fact, we applied the highest safety standards from around the world to every unit.
Key design features include a self-supporting rail system that requires only a 38” x 47” footprint, making placement flexible in most homes. Its minimalist style features indirect lighting and no visible cables or cords. Installation is quick – just a simple floor cut out and typically one to two days with a two-person crew. Battery
power eliminates a travelling cable, ensuring whisper-quiet operation, backup use during power outages, and low energy consumption. A full-height cab door with integrated handrail comes standard.
Two Savaria exclusives enhance every Luma: One Touch Alert, which connects to a pre programmed emergency contact list with a push button, and Savaria Link, a Wi-Fi–based monitoring system that lets dealers diagnose issues remotely for faster service.
Stephanie Inglis
Media Director | Savaria
2 Walker Drive | Brampton ON L6T 5E1
800.661.5112 x3384 |
leads@savaria.com
www.savaria.com
BALANCE VERTIMA GmbH
Hydraulic rope equalizer which ensures: eliminates the need for manual measurement of rope tensions.
- This means that regular readjustment of the ropes and documentation of rope tensions are no longer necessary.
- Independed of the rope diameter and rope quantity, all ropes will be
- balanced to the same level. That guarantees no more longer unsteady
- tensioned ropes and no more longer unsteady outweared traction sheaves.
- No deflection by steel springs or rubber buffers. As consequence direct load
- transmission and as further consequence a higher accuracy at the stops of the lift.
- If requested with integrated load measuring system.
- If requested easy detection of slack rope.
VERTIMA GmbH
Daimlerstr. 22
72649 Wolfschlugen Germany
Tel.: +49 7022 5029390
e-mail: info@vertima.de
web: www.vertima.de
Contact person: Markus Stucke
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