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Schmersal Böhnke + Partner Showcase Jeeves Robot API for Lifts
With social-distancing requirements of the pandemic in mind, Schmersal Böhnke + Partner showcased a software application programming interface (API) it developed with Robotise AG, manufacturer of the JEEVES® service robot,...
Plans Submitted for 50-Story Birmingham, U.K., Tower
Developer Cordia Blackswan has put forward plans for a 50-story build-to-rent tower in Birmingham, U.K., Architects’ Journal reports. The developer has claimed the tower would be the tallest in Birmingham....
Schindler Announces 1Q Profits Drop But Beats Estimates
Schindler reported on April 22 a drop in first-quarter net profit but beat the consensus forecast despite supply chain woes, cost inflation, coronavirus lockdowns and market contraction in China, according...
Otis Reevaluating Its Future in Russia
Elevator manufacturer Otis Worldwide Corp. announced on April 25 it is reevaluating its future in Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, WGAU is among outlets to report. In an...
18-Story Residential Tower Approved for North East London
HAL Architects has won approval for an 18-story build-to-rent apartment tower in Walthamstow town center in North East London, Architects’ Journal reports. The high-rise development will replace a pair of...
CEDES Acquires Industrial Door Protection Specialist VITECTOR
CEDES, a global leader in elevator sensors headquartered in Switzerland, recently announced the acquisition of the VITECTOR portfolio from Netherlands-based FRABA, in turn strengthening CEDES’ position in the industrial door...
Alimak to Shut Down Its Operations in Russia
Industrial and construction-based elevator manufacturer Alimak Group announced April 26 that it will exit Russia. Alimak says it is making the move in light of recent events regarding Russia’s military...
Riverfront Plan Draws Complaints in U.K.
A controversial development plan for a site in the North East, U.K., area is facing backlash among residents along the Ouseburn River, Chronical Live reports. Plans for an 18-story tower...
Website Launched, Events Announced for GLAD 2022
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) and its members are supporting Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on July 7 by encouraging organizations and individuals to share any content they are...
Organizers of interlift in Germany Offer Virtual Alternative
Organizers of international vertical-transportation trade show interlift at Messe Augsburg in Augsburg, Germany, on April 26-29 are offering a virtual alternative for those who cannot be there in person. Lift...
