Europe March – April 2020 Issue

Maintenance

How to Set the Escalator Main Drive Chain

By Hassan Sameni | September 1, 2020

Rules and regulations regarding escalator drive chains and how to maintain them

Product Spotlight

Future-Proofing Emergency Communications

By Marek Loucky | June 1, 2020

Technology

Innovative Designs: Challenges for Inspection and Maintenance?

By Robert Kaspersma | May 1, 2020

New technology is frequently introduced, but safety regulations don’t always cover changes.

Maintenance

Longer Life for Escalator Steps

By Dr. Ali Albadri | May 1, 2020

LU pioneers the art of prolonging the lifespan of escalator steps in the U.K.

Design

Cabin Design

By Muharrem B. Çakirer | May 1, 2020

Thinking of design first helps prevent creating obstacles for the disabled, while enhancing accessibility.

Events

Focused on Growth

By Vijay Pandya | May 1, 2020

VT industry converges on Mumbai for eighth IEE Expo to discuss the latest developments with an eye toward the future.

Design

Loewe Circular Lift

By Lee Dean | May 1, 2020

Careful redesign showcases bespoke panoramic lift.

Technology

Smart Data Warehouse

By Kaija Wilkinson | April 1, 2020

thyssenkrupp Elevator aims to expand Spain pilot program to the U.S., China and India.

Readers' Platform

Gained in Translation

By Yuval Valiano-Rips | April 1, 2020

A journey of discovery starts with the creation of a classic elevator text’s Hebrew version.

Communication Systems

Maintenance of the Future

By Rob Wurth | April 1, 2020

Fast-growing sensor-based approach involves innovations in technology and business.

Communication Systems

Door Driver With Increased Safety and Predictive Maintenance

By Emre Köroğlu and Mehmet Emin Ercan | April 1, 2020

This Product Spotlight introduces a door driver with wireless connectivity and remote monitoring.

Company Spotlight

A Forward-Looking "Vision"

By Elevator World | April 1, 2020

Elevator door protection company Formula Systems looks to replicate its North American success in Europe and the U.K.

Events

Academic Exchange

By Dr. Mohammad Masoud Majidifar | April 1, 2020

Scholars, engineers and industry professionals gather in Tehran for the 10th International Seminar on Elevators and Escalators.

Market Trends

Steady Growth

By Undine Stricker-Berghoff | April 1, 2020

The German elevator and escalator industry holds a strong third place in Europe, and is showing steady growth

Editor's Overview

Elevatoring in the Time of the Virus

By Ricia Sturgeon-Hendrick | April 1, 2020

In early January, we decided to have Elevator World’s Annual General Meeting virtually. It wasn’t because we had to.

Market Trends

Thinking Forward

By Matt Irvin | March 2, 2020

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) is the go-to source for information about tall buildings and building tall.

Product Spotlight

Meeting Code Changes With Game-Changing Technology

By Cornelius Walls | March 1, 2020

Formula Systems’ 3D detection for elevator door protection offers new way of looking at safety.

Industry Dialogue

Into the Future

By Dr. Lee Gray | March 1, 2020

A conversation with thyssenkrupp MULTI CEO Michael Cesarz

Engineering

Braking Capacity Requirements of Elevators

By Guangchi Liang | March 1, 2020

Braking Capacity Requirements of Elevators Outlining existing problems in A17.1 and EN 81-20