Environmental Issues
Rainfall in Singapore Causes Elevator Issues
A Housing & Development Board (HDB) block in Tampines, Singapore, lost both its lifts after heavy rain November 22, MS News reports. The heavy rain caused the floor traps at...
Corrosion in Vertical-Transportation Equipment
A look at the impact on components by Dr. Michael Davies Elevators and escalators operate in many different environments, some of which are potentially corrosive, such as marine or heavy...
“Moved by What Moves People”
TKE publishes third sustainability report, further advancing ambitious sustainability targets. In May, Dusseldorf, Germany-headquartered TK Elevator (TKE) published its third sustainability report, providing comprehensive transparency on the company's progress towards...
A Field Study on the Damage of Elevators After the Twin Earthquakes
A look at the damages and what needs to be done to prevent this in the future by Ferhat Çelik, C. Erdem İmrak and Sefa Targıt This paper was presented...
Corrosion: A Closer Look
Your author explores moisture’s role in elevator malfunctions and preventive measures. by Dan Jenkins Introduction The majority of us have observed condensation/waterdrops forming on surfaces — a bathroom mirror after...
IoT’s Role in Fire Safety and Evacuation
New technology is redefining emergency response and prevention. by Dr. Vikram Mehta During fire emergencies, things can go wrong in an instant. It becomes crucial for firefighters to develop emergency...
Environmental Impact of Lifts: the EPD
Your author takes an in-depth look at rules, processes, geographical variations and trends. by Giuseppe Iotti The environmental product declaration (EPD) is a voluntary document with which a company or...
Steps Toward Sustainability
Mitsubishi Elevator India innovates and embraces sustainable technologies in the VT segment. Elevators move approximately 325 million passengers a day across the world. Advancement and taller infrastructure designs and buildings...
Making an Impact
Wittur publishes inaugural Sustainability Report. submitted by Wittur The Wittur Group recently announced the publication of its 2020-21 Sustainability Report, its first report highlighting the company’s sustainability strategy and commitment...
Building Green
Your author discusses new and emerging VT technologies to make buildings more environmentally friendly. by Manish Mehan photos courtesy of TKE The concept of green buildings has always been associated...
