Communication Systems

Reaching the Rider

Today’s tech-savvy elevator users are accustomed to the type of content in-car displays can deliver. by Alice Gogh It’s 8 a.m. on a Monday, and you’ve just survived the harrowing...

Maintenance of the Future

Fast-growing sensor-based approach involves innovations in technology and business. by Rob Wurth Sensor-based maintenance is an approach to elevator maintenance that involves utilizing sensors to augment traditional maintenance by integrating...

Eyes and Ears

Latest code changes mandate stricter requirements for emergency communications. by Dave Mann and Calvin Linde With the close of 2019 came the publication of the updated ASME A17.1/CSA B44 Safety...

Emergency Elevator Phones: Lessons From the Field

Sales and tech support veterans share how to make working with elevator phones simpler and more efficient in this Readers’ Platform. by Chris Zarzycki and James Cateno In our 22...

Elevator Phone Phreaking

In this Readers Platform, your author discusses the predecessor to computer hacking and how to safeguard your system. by Jerry J. Davis Everyone is aware there are computer hackers. But,...

Door Driver With Increased Safety and Predictive Maintenance

This Product Spotlight introduces a door driver with wireless connectivity and remote monitoring. by Emre Köroğlu and Mehmet Emin ErcanThis article was first presented at the 2019 International Elevator &...

The Future of Emergency Communications

The advantages of cellular technology are spelled out in this Readers Platform. With true analog phone lines all but a thing of the past, the elevator industry must transition to...

Elevator Communication & Communication Systems

This Readers Platform advises contractors and customers on modern elevator communication solutions. As analog lines continue to disappear, and the communications industry provides newer and more efficient ways to communicate,...

The Future of Elevator Communications

Solutions for elevator communication systems in the face of the elimination of landlines The phone inside the elevator cab is, quite possibly, the last item that comes to mind when...

CANopen Group Defines Communication Protocol

KEB drive takes advantage of vendor-neutral, plug-and-play standard. by Dalen Miller and Colin Zauner Reliable and safe operation of elevator systems requires interoperability between many interconnected devices. Throughout the entire...

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