Maintenance
Maintenance, the Correct Approach to Raise the Quality
Proper maintenance improves equipment quality and, thus, the industry’s reputation. This article was first presented at the 2019 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Las Vegas. For more information on...
How to Set the Escalator Main Drive Chain
Rules and regulations regarding escalator drive chains and how to maintain them Each mechanical piece of an escalator can withstand a certain amount of pressure and stretch. If more than...
Smart Step Measures Escalators’ Heartbeats
A study on the smart step, a data gathering device for escalators by Dr. Ali Albadri This article is a study showing the type and category of data we at...
Silver Linings
The future of elevator maintenance is in IIoT, according to Intellithink CEO The pandemic and its associated economic crisis has precipitated a contraction of incredible and unanticipated proportions. One need...
Longer Life for Escalator Steps
LU pioneers the art of prolonging the lifespan of escalator steps in the U.K. London Underground (LU) scraps a significant number of steel escalator steps each year based upon criteria...
Steps for Reducing Accidents
Inspection and certifcation bodies take the lead by Manuel DíezThis article was frst presented at the 2019 International Elevator and Escalator Symposium in Las Vegas. For more information on December...
Reducing Risk
Codes and standards provide a roadmap for maintenance and inspection as protective measures. This article was first presented at the 2019 International Elevator and Escalator Symposium in Las Vegas. For...
Looking to the Future
Mitsubishi Elevators is building on a legacy of remote maintenance services. by Dr. Naohiko Suzuki, Shin-ichi Kuroda and Kenji SerizawaThis article was frst presented at the 2019 International Elevator and...
Modernization and Maintenance: 1956
This History article examines early, comprehensive G.A.L. materials that guided installation and maintenance. In the 1950s, the resources required for elevator modernization often supported future maintenance. This dual use of...
Method for Managing Maintenance
This article was flrst presented at the 2018 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Istanbul. For more information on December 3-4, 2019’s event in Las Vegas and to participate, visit...