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“Cities in the Sky” Book Launch Reception on May 15 in NYC
A book launch reception is planned for May 15 from 6-8 p.m. at Rizzoli Book Store at 1133 Broadway between 25th and 26th streets in Manhattan, NYC, for “Cities in...
Illinois State Senator Gillespie Addresses Elevator Safety, Accessibility
According to the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus, State Senator Ann Gillespie has advanced legislation that would allow elevators to remain operational during upgrades or repairs that address minor, non-safety-related deficiencies....
Elevators Part of Major Renovation at JPMorgan Chase Chicago HQ
A completely renovated elevator system, including 55 cars and destination-dispatch technology, is part of the first major renovation in nearly 20 years at the 60-story JPMorgan Chase headquarters (HQ) Chase...
Chicago Elevator Assocation To Meet in April
The Chicago Elevator Association (CEA) will meet April 4 at Alter Brewery in Oakbrook, Illinois. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m., and public parking is available. Matt McGregor of Rath/Janus...
“Cities in the Sky: The Quest To Build the World’s Tallest Skyscrapers” To Publish in May
Rutgers University Professor Jason M. Barr tells ELEVATOR WORLD his new book, “Cities in the Sky: The Quest to Build the World’s Tallest Skyscrapers,” will be published by Scribner Books...
Façade Work Moves Toward Completion at the Foglia Residences
Façade work is nearing completion at The Foglia Residences at Chicago Lighthouse, a nine-story mixed-use development in the Illinois Medical District, Chicago YIMBY reported in January. A collaboration between Brinshore...
Developers Receive US$84-Million Loan To Build Chicago Residential Tower
In a testament to the strength of Chicago’s Fulton Market area amid high interest rates and tight lending, developers Shapack Partners and CRG received a US$84-million loan from Pacific Life...
Maven Group’s Sachsenheimer Reflects on Fruitful 2023
Dominik Sachsenheimer, president and CEO of Jupiter, Florida-based Maven Group, LLC, recently reflected on a fruitful 2023 in a letter to associates. The year included nine transactions representing company owners...
NAESA Offering QEI Training and Certification Exams
NAESA International is offering the four-day QEI Training Course with the QEI Certification Exam on the fifth day for individuals who meet the requirements to become QEI Certified. Class and...
Illinois High School Approves Bid for Elevator Addition
The Morris Community High School Board in Illinois approved a US$2.18 million low bid by R. L. Sohol General Contractor to build an elevator addition that will cover the high...
