March 2025 Issue

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Last Glance

Where There’s a Tower, There’s an Elevator

By Sophie Goodwin | March 1, 2025

Inside the Eiffel Tower, an historical landmark built by engineer Gustave Eiffel and inaugurated at the 1889 Paris Exposition, live historical elevators.

Consultants’ Perspective

Operating & Growing an Independent Company in a Consolidating Market

By John Mezzo | March 1, 2025

This paper will discuss the risks in the industry that we see first-hand and the steps we take proactively to mitigate these risks, as well as the impact this consolidation has on business.

Company Spotlight

Lifting NYC

By Michael J. Ryan | March 1, 2025

Tracing its roots to the Empire City, The Peelle Co. continues to play a role in keeping passengers and freight moving in numerous iconic buildings.

Project Spotlight

Grand Central Madison Sidewalk Lift

By John C. Linsley | March 1, 2025

Gillespie Corp. details the story behind its recent challenging NYC sidewalk lift project.

Industry Dialogue

Defined by NYC

By Kaija Wilkinson | March 1, 2025

Your author catches up with Vantage Chief Commercial Officer Justin Tomasino.

Project Spotlight

Transforming Lift Operations

By Stannah | March 1, 2025

Scotland’s leading modern university introduces step-free access in its cyberQuarter building.

Technology

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in the Elevator Industry

By Pankaj Prasad | March 1, 2025

In this paper, we will dive into specifics of what it is, what it isn’t and how it can apply to your business by exploring use cases.

Market Trends

Kenya’s Home Lift Market

By Shem Oirere | March 1, 2025

The country is creating a monumental and progressive house-building program, providing fertile ground for the VT industry.

Industry Dialogue

South Jersey Strong

By Sophie Goodwin | March 1, 2025

Your author speaks with NAEC president and South Jersey Elevator CEO Bill McGrath about his career evolution, company and association goals.

History

Conclusion of The American VT Industry in the 1880s

By Dr. Lee Gray | March 1, 2025

A look at early elevator call systems

Reviews

The 2025 Elevator Industry Field Employees’ Safety Handbook

By Angela C. Baldwin | March 1, 2025

New content, major revisions characterize latest edition.

Leadership Insights

DEI Programs

By Vong Keovongsa | March 1, 2025

What are they, and why are they under attack?

Market Trends

The Impact of Consolidation and Globalization on the U.S. Market

By Donald Gelestino | March 1, 2025

This presentation will discuss the topics of consolidation and globalization within the elevator service and installation business, the technology sector, as well as the material and manufacturing industry.

Accessibility

The Gift of Independence

By Kaija Wilkinson | March 1, 2025

Florida-based Independence Hunting Towers fills a void in the hunting community with handicapped-accessible deer stand.

Suspension Means and Materials

High-Speed Elevator Machine Design and Development

By Hongliang Liang | March 1, 2025

An investigation into rope life and bearings’ failure

Suspension Means and Materials

Building Suspense

By Kevin Brinkman | March 1, 2025

How advancements in suspension means technology have helped increase elevator efficiency and safety

Suspension Means and Materials

Artificial Intelligence Embedded Image Process-Based Fatigue Life Determination on Wire Ropes Subjected to Bending Loads

By Mohsen Seyyedi, Adem Candaş and C. Erdem İmrak | March 1, 2025

Research uses cutting-edge technology to enhance fatigue testing methodologies.

Project Spotlight

A Standout Landmark

By Brendan McShane | March 1, 2025

Served by Otis VT, The Spiral on Manhattan’s Far West Side offers unique office space that lets nature in.

Project Spotlight

The Power of Collaboration

By Peter Wilk and Ola Wilk | March 1, 2025

Urbahn Architects, Gannett Fleming and Citnalta-Forte complete a US$300-million design-build ADA upgrade featuring nine elevators at key MTA subway station complex in Manhattan.

Editor's Overview