May 2022 Issue

Last Glance

LEGO: TK Elevator One-of-a-Kind Keepsake

By Elevator World | May 1, 2022

Editor's Overview

Altitude Adjustment

By Ricia Sturgeon-Hendrick | May 1, 2022

Technology

Elevator’s Global Challenges

By submitted by 2N | May 1, 2022

The vertical-transportation sector is urged to get ready for changes.

Events

11th International Seminar on Elevators and Escalators

By Mohammad Masoud Majidifar | May 1, 2022

Event brings experts, professors, industrialists and foreign guests together.

Modernization

Uplifting the Safety of Aged Lifts in Hong Kong

By Vincent H.K. Chow, C.W. Chan, Gary K.Y. Cheung and James C.Y. Lau | May 1, 2022

Hong Kong is a densely populated city packed with skyscrapers and high-rise buildings, where social activities rely much on its sound and reliable vertical transportation (VT).

Market Trends

“Iconic” Opportunities

By Shem Oirere | May 1, 2022

A closer look at Egypt’s construction boom and what it means for VT companies

Industry Dialogue

With an Eye on the Horizon

By Lindsay Fletcher | May 1, 2022

NAESA International executive director discusses the organization’s adaptability and future plans.

Project Spotlight

Showcase for Accessibility

By Kaija Wilkinson | May 1, 2022

Country Home’s newest Kansas location came with special requirements — and challenges.

Drives and Motors

Isomag Bearing Seals

By submitted by Isomag | May 1, 2022

This Product Spotlight looks at a long-term solution to gear lubrication leaks.

Drives and Motors

Rotary Encoders in Elevator Technology

By Jonathan Dougherty | May 1, 2022

A review of HEIDENHAIN’s rotary encoder offerings

Drives and Motors

The Next KEB Generation

By Tyler Pecha | May 1, 2022

Company’s North American F6 elevator VFD addition to offer more abilities.

Drives and Motors

The Sherrill-Roper Hot-Air Engine

By Dr. Lee Gray | May 1, 2022

In this History article, readers learn about the change from steam to a new way of generating heat.

Project Spotlight

Riding Fast

By Carmen Maldacena | May 1, 2022

Birmann 32, a São Paulo skyscraper, moves people aboard the fastest elevators in Brazil.

Modernization

Sleek, Minimalist, Ultramodern

By Christopher Rosario and Brayan Casas | May 1, 2022

Elevator upgrades, both aesthetic and functional, are a key part of repositioning landmark Times Square office tower.

Project Spotlight

Mayflower Remembrance

By Matt Irvin | May 1, 2022

More than 100 years since it was built, the Pilgrim Monument can finally give visitors an inclined elevator ride to history.

Product Spotlight

BRUGG Unveils Products, Services at Interlift

By submitted by BRUGG Lifting | April 5, 2022

Codes & Standards

Closing the Gap in Safety for Existing Lifts

By Carsten Henriksen | April 5, 2022

Benefits of modernization

Codes & Standards

Rated Load and Maximum Available Car Area

By Dr. Gina Barney | April 5, 2022

Proposal to revise EN 81-20:20

On Camera

Disappearing Car Lift

By submitted by IdealPark | April 5, 2022

Designed for a modern villa surrounded by nature