March 2022 Issue

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Last Glance

“Jewel” of The Broad

By Elevator World | February 28, 2022

Rick Mitchell, considers the custom Mitsubishi Electric cylindrical glass elevator “one of the many jewels of the museum.”

Editor's Overview

Stronger and Well Dressed

By Ricia Sturgeon-Hendrick | February 28, 2022

Our industry has been paddling like crazy for the last two years, and we are clearly stronger with very few naked floaters out there.

Modernization

Future Modernizations

By Dr. Rory Smith | February 28, 2022

Modernization has been a part of the lift industry for a very long time. Buildings that are more than 100 years old have been modernized multiple times.

Industry Dialogue

“American Success Story”

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

A far-reaching discussion with principals of VT consultancy VDA

Readers' Platform

Challenging Our Thinking Regarding Lift Incidents

By Roger Kahler | February 28, 2022

The purpose of this paper is firstly to present an understanding of the elevator fatality problem.

Market Trends

The Story of People Flow in Cities

By submitted by KONE | February 28, 2022

KONE data looks at the impact of the pandemic on people flow in workplaces, hotels and more.

History

California’s Elevator Safety Orders, 1915-1918

By Dr. Lee Gray | February 28, 2022

This History article explores a state industrial commission focused on developing safety codes.

Special Regional Section

A Star Is Born

By Lindsay Fletcher | February 28, 2022

Star Elevator’s focus on communication and service has led to 40 years of success in the elevator maintenance and modernization industry.

Industry Dialogue

Building on Strong Roots

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

In this Industry Dialogue, the director of Mitsubishi Electric US Branch Operations provides insight on the California VT market.

Industry Dialogue

California Soul

By Lindsay Fletcher | February 28, 2022

In this Industry Dialogue, a fifth-generation Californian talks about turning a niche product into a 40-year running international business.

Special Regional Section

Ready To Serve California and Beyond

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

Based in the L.A. metro area, Vantage Elevator Solutions West RSC is growing thanks to customer demand.

Special Regional Section

Vast Forward

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

Heavily populated, tech-savvy and growing, California’s VT market shows no signs of slowing down.

COVID-19

COVID-19 Impact, Outlook

By Kaija Wilkinson | February 28, 2022

After a hiatus in Q3 2021, a sixth industry survey reveals challenges including material shortages and bright spots, such as employment.

Project Spotlight

Traffic Stopping

By Savaria/Florida Lifts LLC | February 28, 2022

All-glass panoramic elevator design for coastal contemporary home on Florida’s Boca Ciega Bay

Project Spotlight

Connecting People and Places

By TK Elevator | February 28, 2022

A new inclined elevator in Leioa, Spain, helps locals with access.

Project Spotlight

Monumental Modernization

By Olivier Rouvière | February 28, 2022

Otis France innovates and overcomes challenges to restore an elevator providing access to one of the world’s natural wonders.

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“Jewel” of The Broad

Stronger and Well Dressed

Future Modernizations

“American Success Story”

Challenging Our Thinking Regarding Lift Incidents

The Story of People Flow in Cities

California’s Elevator Safety Orders, 1915-1918

A Star Is Born

Building on Strong Roots

California Soul

Ready To Serve California and Beyond

Vast Forward

COVID-19 Impact, Outlook

Traffic Stopping

Connecting People and Places

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