December 2021 Issue

Last Glance

How Many Elevator Guys Does It Take To Fix a Mini Elevator?

By Elevator World | December 1, 2021

Editor's Overview

Supply Chains and Jugaad

By Ricia Sturgeon-Hendrick | December 1, 2021

Global supply chain slowdowns provide uncertainty in delivery dates and pricing for any number of products and materials essential to our industry.

Continuing Education

Chains in the VT Industry

By Ken Smith | December 1, 2021

These important components transmit power and convey items, so they must be diligently maintained.

Codes & Standards

Applying ISO 8100-32:2020 to Rated Load and Available Car Area

By Dr. Marja-Liisa Siikonen | December 1, 2021

Standard solves previous matter by allowing different approaches in traffic analysis when selecting capacity.

Market Trends

Unlocking Africa’s R&D

By Shem Oirere | December 1, 2021

African VT companies’ efforts to succeed in a crowded export market

Associations

NEII’s 2021 Review

By Amy J. Blankenbiller | December 1, 2021

A reflection on initiatives regarding COVID-19, government affairs, code inclusion and development of a five-year plan.

Escalators

Old Stairs, “New” Steps

By Mario Xu | December 1, 2021

If your vintage escalator’s parts are unavailable, there is still a way to get replacements.

Escalators

Research Into Real-Time Video Monitoring and Remote-Control System of Escalators

By Yantai Luo | December 1, 2021

In this Engineering article, your author explores means to improve safety.

Escalators

Construction of Poincare Space Map and Phase Plan Map for Escalators with Mechanical Fault, Part 3

By Dr. Ali Albadri | December 1, 2021

Your author constructs his maps for an escalator suffering from mechanical failure.

History

The Montmorency Escalator in Le Havre

By Dr. Lee Gray | December 1, 2021

In this History article, your author describes an early 20th century French transportation system.

Events

Back in Action

By Lindsay Fletcher | December 1, 2021

NAESA International welcomes approximately 200 to Wisconsin as it celebrates 50 years.

History

A Story of Destruction and Rebirth

By Carmen Maldacena | December 1, 2021

Iconic Llao Llao Hotel in Argentine Patagonia and its VT system continue to enchant.

Project Spotlight

The Stairways of Ambato

By Konstantina Parisi | December 1, 2021

In this Project Spotlight, DOPPLER customize VT to provide greater accessibility in one neighborhood in Ecuador.

Events

Know Thyself...And Others

By Lindsay Fletcher | December 1, 2021

NexGen members enjoy special luncheon and presentation.

Events

NAEC NOLA

By Kaija Wilkinson | December 1, 2021

Annual convention and expo is subdued, but nonetheless rich in education, networking, food and fun.

The Ellies

The Ellies Awards 2021

By Elevator World | December 1, 2021

ELEVATOR WORLD presents the winning companies of the fourth annual competition for excellence in the North American elevator industry.