Communication Systems

Digital Maintenance and Field Use of Devices in Compliance With 81-28 Standard

by Nurullah Pireci Abstract Digital maintenance is the development of technology worldwide and the beginning of digitalization in the lift industry in the light of these developments. It encompasses the...

Application of Fuzzy-Enhanced Reinforcement Learning in Artificial Intelligence for Elevator Group Control

by Meysam Talebi Abstract Recent advancements in reinforcement learning (RL) algorithms and their theoretical underpinnings have spurred significant interest within the computational intelligence community. RL algorithms, leveraging iterative approximations of...

Emergency Communication for All

Enhancing Elevator Emergency Communication Systems by Incorporating AI-Powered Language Translation and Accessibility Technologies by Kurt Schieszer Abstract The 2018 International Building Code (IBC) introduced the integration of video, voice and...

TEC Subsidiary Lift Comm Continues MTA Accessibility Collaboration

Lift Communications (Lift Comm), a subsidiary of TEC Solutions Concepts Inc. based in New Jersey, recently announced new advanced two-way intercom systems for two NYC Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) subway...

French Elevator Federation Calls For Delay in Network Shutdown

France's Elevator Federation (Fédération des Ascenseurs) has asked for the shutdown of the country's 2G and 3G networks to be delayed as the networks are still being used by elevator...

SIMS4Lifts Gears Up For QR and eSIM Technology

The U.K.’s SIMS4Lifts has unveiled plans to adopt emerging QR and eSim technology. Established by experienced telecom experts Chaim Grunfeld and Chaim Berkowicz to help lift operators make the all-important...

JNL Lift Services Partners With SIMS4Lifts

London-based JNL Lift Services has enhanced both its operational efficiency and service quality following its partnership with lift SIM provider SIMS4Lifts. Established in 2020, JNL Lift Services provides lift solutions...

A Smart Platform for Real-Time Results

In this Product Spotlight, your author details KLEEMANN's digital tool that provides analytics and allows for live monitoring and control of elevators. As the number of elevators installed around the...

Elevators As Communications Systems

In this History article, your author examines a lesser-known application of VT technology. The editorial focus of this month’s issue is Communications Systems. While this subject has a rich history...

Code Compliance

In this Product Spotlight, MAD Elevator offers MosaicONE, a system that brings any elevator’s communications up to date. With the increasing implementation of A17.1 2019 and IBC 2018 code requirements,...

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Baker City Receives Grant for Elevator in Historic Building

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Afternoon Golf Sessions Sold Out for “Pop” Joe Memorial Invitational Outing

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Jason Stephens Returns to Schindler UK and Ireland

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KONE Launches Customer Planning Tool in Middle East, Türkiye and Africa

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Global Space Elevator Challenge to Kick Off at June Event