A numerical sensitivity analysis of how several design variables of a lift-car installation determine the wear of guide shoes is presented. F. J. MartÃnez1, R. Monge1, M. A. MartÃnez2, J. A. Roig3, A. Gómez1 and M. A. Jiménez11Instituto Tecnológico de Aragón, Research, Development and Technological Services Area, Zaragoza, Spain2University of Zaragoza, Spain3MP Lifts, Spain This…
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A look back at the use of iron in the design and construction of early elevator cars and systems. In 1899, the International Textbook Co. (the publishing division of the International Correspondence Schools) published a new book titled Ornamental Ironwork. The topic was introduced as follows: “Iron is used in building construction to serve two…
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Hydraulic elevators are prone to oil leaks. This article examines the ramifications and potential solutions to the problem. Dirty pits! No, I am not talking about the normal trash that falls through the space between the door sills into the elevator pit. That can easily be cleaned up with a dustpan and broom and disposed…
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IAEC celebrated its 20th anniversary with its Educational Extravaganza and Forum on May 10-12 in New York City. The International Association of Elevator Consultants (IAEC), founded in 1991 as the National Association of Vertical Transportation Professionals (NAVTP), celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with its Educational Extravaganza and Forum in New York City (NYC) at…
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A recap of the events, discussions and presentations held at Asansör 2011 The exhibition included a two-day conference organized by AYSAD, which saw great attendance for the seminars and keynote presentations. A minimum of 50 people attended each session, with standing room only for at least one session. The content for the seminar program was…
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EW’s publisher tours Asansör 2011’s host city. The airport in Istanbul is modern, efficient and very much a part of the 21st century, but when you step out-side, you immediately know that you are treading on ancient lands. Founded in 667 BC, few cities have such vis-ible layers of old and new side by side.…
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A specialized accessibility project provides a durable installation in a highly trafficked locale. Developer Tishman Hotel & Realty LP, in developing property at 44th and 8th streets in New York City (NYC), was required to provide accessibility upgrades to the existing sub-way entrance. This entrance was partially underneath the corner of the tower the company…
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Complete coverage of Asansör 2011, including a tour of the exhibition hall, begins here. Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, with a population of over 13 million. It covers 39 districts in the province of Istanbul and is the country’s cultural, economic and financial center. Most famously, Istanbul is the only metropolis in the…
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John Griffith, Sr. (1921-2010), was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and served in the Royal Navy during World War II. After emigrating to Canada, he joined the Hamilton, Canada, branch of the Otis Elevator Co. in 1955. One of Griffith’s first jobs was the conversion of the elevators in the down-town Hamilton federal building from 25-cycle…
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Eaton Corp. has expanded its circuit-protection product offering with the PM3 power monitoring and metering module. The device monitors the power of branch and main-circuit applications, while measuring cur-rent and voltage. In addition, the PM3 calculates power and energy usage, and provides breaker status. It is de-signed to work with Eaton Series G® L-Frame and…
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