June 2026 Issue

Last Glance

Historic Monticello Dumbwaiter

By Elevator World | June 1, 2026

When Thomas Jefferson returned from Paris, France, in 1789, he remodeled his home “with a greater eye to convenience,” implementing inventions he had seen while abroad.

Product Spotlight

Strong, Stylish and Practical

By Elevator World | June 1, 2026

New elevators and tools designed to simplify work

Reviews

Elevator Maintenance Manual, 4th Edition: A Review

By Kaija Wilkinson | June 1, 2026

The Maintenance Manual and its companion, the Elevator Field Maintenance handbook, updated in 2025, aim to help deepen understanding of VT Code requirements and mechanical/electrical systems.

Company Spotlight

From Northern Spain to the World

By Kaija Wilkinson | June 1, 2026

Specializing in the design and manufacture of PM motors, PERMAGSA continues to grow and innovate.

Environmental Issues

Spanish Organizations Review Aftermath of Weather Phenomenon

By Olga Quintanilla Marful | June 1, 2026

VT and other issues discussed at length.

Environmental Issues

Solar-Powered Elevator Production

By Muharrem B. Çakirer | June 1, 2026

Under the compounding pressures of the global energy crisis, the industry must evolve.

Environmental Issues

Rethinking Preparedness in an Era of Heightened Environmental Risk

By Dillard Green | June 1, 2026

The conversation around disaster preparation has shifted.

Environmental Issues

Protecting Passengers From Flood Risks

By Kevin Brinkman | June 1, 2026

Codes and standards help mitigate rising water hazards to elevator systems, shifting the conversation around disaster preparation.

Environmental Issues

Elevator Drains

By Chad Kaatz | June 1, 2026

This Readers’ Platform discusses the future of building code compliance and safety.

Market Trends

What’s Wrong With Residential Elevators?

By Carson Bombara | June 1, 2026

Events

NAEC Spring Education Conference 2026

By Angie C. Baldwin | June 1, 2026

Education is the “star of the show” in Long Beach, California.

Management

Sustainable Employee Retention Systems for the Elevator Industry

By Sean Madden | June 1, 2026

Your author discusses what he reviews at his employee retention systems workshops.

People Issue

The People Issue 2026

By Elevator World | June 1, 2026

Get to know 15 outstanding industry professionals from all over the world.

Company Spotlight

Global Tardif’s Next Phase of Growth

By Elevator World | June 1, 2026

The Canadian company partners with three operator-investors and Norea Capital.

History

ESCO Elevators, Inc., Part One

By Dr. Lee Gray | June 1, 2026

Texas-founded manufacturer helps to develop and popularize hydraulic elevators.

Company Spotlight

A Visit to CEDES Headquarters

By Sascha Göbel | June 1, 2026

Where Swiss precision meets global digital vision

Editor's Overview

The Best of Our Story

By Elevator World | June 1, 2026

Technology

How to Stay Visible, Credible and Competitive in the Age of AI

By John Curzon | May 25, 2026

If you don’t answer the question, AI will.

Readers' Platform

Using Fiberglass Rebar in Elevator Shafts

By Patrick Morrissey | May 25, 2026

In this Readers' Platform, your author discusses the benefits, challenges and applications.

Maintenance

From Data to Decisions

By Santiago Arámbula, Jonathan Taub, Héctor Reboredo | April 15, 2026

Building the Connected Elevator Ecosystem

Project Spotlight

Halo

By Elevator World | April 15, 2026

A landmark in urban connectivity for Vigo, Spain