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Global Urbanization
[…] 21st century is the century of the metropolis, with cities prospering in the new global economic order. Today, 600 cities account for 60% of the world’s gross domestic product. In this age of unprecedented development, the mobility of people in cities and their buildings is as important as the water or energy supply, upon which […]
Hamad International Airport, Doha
[…] related to the conveyor systems had to meet the applicable code requirements. Since these conveyor systems are subject to round-the-clock use, the specifications called for extremely durable products. ThyssenKrupp Elevator supplied Latitude electric traction elevators, Tugela escalators and Orinoco moving walks. The operating team, coordinating with the factories, ensured the durability and endurance of […]
Africa Power-Supply Shortages Create Opportunities
[…] supply in many areas. As a result, individuals and businesses often fill power gaps by using expensive solutions, such as diesel power. This erodes the gross domestic product of some African economies by 1-5% each year.[4] To keep their facilities running, including vertical-transportation systems, many building owners and managers are buying power-backup systems, particularly […]
The Future of the Elevator Safety System
[…] new concepts, like multiple cars running in hoistways not purely vertical and powered by electromagnetic drives. This requires a complete revolution of the safety system. One key product would be an electronic safety brake on the car, which would need to follow norms and regulations. 1. State-of-the-Art Technology of the Safety-Gear System The safety […]
LIFTECH Expo Jeddah 2017
[…] countries participated in LIFTECH Expo Jeddah 2017, held at the 40,000-m2 Jeddah Center for Forums & Events in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on February 9-12. Relationships were formed, products were displayed, and deals were closed, despite the event having later-than-usual hours due to the heat. Teamwork, Determination and a Bright Outlook Despite some materials being […]
Existing relationships expand, and a new market is entered.
[…] the primary mobility provider for Otis’ field crews. With Microsoft, Otis aims to develop digital solutions for smart-building equipment, such as elevators, to enhance energy efficiency and productivity. Otis stated: “With nearly two million units under contract and more than 30,000 mechanics spending approximately 60 million hr. servicing elevator and escalator equipment annually, Otis […]
Inaugural Night at the Races
[…] event sponsors, including Platinum Sponsor Formula Systems North America Inc.; Gold Sponsors Adams Elevator Equipment Co., C.J. Anderson & Co. and GAL/Hollister Whitney; and Silver Sponsors Elevator Products Corp. and Hidral USA, Inc. CEA would also like to thank Tom Sybert for all of his hard work putting this great event together. Look for […]
Upcoming Canadian Developments
[…] Real Estate Enterprises Brand Value Evaluation Study Report.” According to the Shanghai Elevator Trade Association, the company was chosen for “strong technical skills, good brand recognition, excellent product quality and [a] perfect service system.” Southeast works with many well-known real-estate developers. The organizations also ranked what they considered the top-10 real-estate development and corporate […]
The Statue of Liberty – Life and Safety Upgrades, Liberty Island, New York
[…] as all parts are nonproprietary, and there are no restrictions on maintenance material or technical support. In addition to all structural steel and hardware materials being U.S. products, all structural-material fabrication was performed in the country. Handicapped Lift A new handicapped lift was additionally installed. This lift travels from levels 5P-6P and is meant […]
Intelligent Movement Control for the Escalator Future
[…] designed on the main axle or the steps. However, the large axial vibration of the main axle makes the installation of an encoder impossible. Therefore, the EsAPS product is needed to provide velocity and direction monitoring on the main axle/steps of escalators (Figure 10). The EsAPS takes a picture of the code tape mounted […]