This Product Spotlight details the HoldSafe handrail disinfection unit, which offers visible assurance to escalator riders. by Lawrence Madanda Escalator and moving-walk handrails are typically covered in germs, bacteria and viruses that can lead to the spread of infectious diseases. According to a report by the U.S. Department of Energy, under the right conditions, the…
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This Product Spotlight describes a copper-alloy application process that can permanently fight microbes in VT applications. by Gregor Vahramian We don’t know how long the COVID-19 pandemic will last or when the next biological threat might occur, but it is good to know that the vertical-transportation (VT) industry can be part of both a current…
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In this Product Spotlight, Ashla Systems describes how its UV-C technology automatically kills microbes, such as the coronavirus. submitted by Ashla Systems The emergence earlier this year of the COVID-19 pandemic has industries searching for technologies that can help in the fight against microbial contamination. Many of these industries have begun to focus on a…
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Gianni Cotteta, president of AdRail USA, speaks with your author about the evolving-but-bright future of its escalator handrail film.
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SnapCab’s R&D kicks into high gear. by Kaija Wilkinson SnapCab provides pre-engineered elevator interior kits that can be installed in less than a day. Flexible designs use SnapCab’s patented interlocking paneling system, allowing elevator mechanics to follow a simple process. Building on a successful partnership with Corning® Gorilla® Glass (ELEVATOR WORLD, June 2016), Warrington, Pennsylvania-headquartered…
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Doug Witham describes his rise in the industry, shares advice and talks about retirement plans. by Kaija Wilkinson Few names in the elevator industry are as recognizable as Witham. Doug Witham had a long career in which he helped grow companies including Adams, Courion and GAL/Hollister-Whitney to remarkable success, while his wife, Teresa, was longtime…
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Your author learns about new technologies at Schindler.
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Precautions and guidelines for passenger safety and field work
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“9 Safety Absolutes,” silica information among updates to popular portable guide.
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Standards-focused Heilbronn Lift Days has hundreds turn out despite early pandemic effect.
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