Pennsylvania
Schindler Providing Nine New Escalators for PRT Modernization Project
A Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) spokesman tells ELEVATOR WORLD Schindler is providing nine new escalators for a US$13.5-million modernization project underway at three downtown light rail stations. Geared toward improving...
International Research Seed Funding & Student Research Competition Winners Announced
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat announced winners of the 2022 international research seed funding grant and student research competition. Dr. Rahman Azari, associate professor at Pennsylvania State...
Kencor’s Safety Practices Earn ABC STEP Gold Rating
The safety practices of Kencor Elevator Systems, headquartered in West Chester, Pennsylvania, earned a STEP Gold rating from the national trade association Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Kencor recently announced....
Metro Elevator Opens NorCal Division in San Francisco
Metro Elevator recently announced the opening of its NorCal division, headquartered in San Francisco. The division is being led by President Michael Blaszczyk and Vice President Kevin Wright. Blaszczyk has...
Man Dies After Falling from Escalator After NFL Game
A man died as a result of injuries sustained from falling from an escalator at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh after a Steelers National Football League (NFL) football game on October...
CPSC Recalls Approximately 1,700 Home Elevators
On September 29, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled approximately 1,700 home elevators produced by Ontario-based Cambridge Elevator and Custom Elevator, based in Pennsylvania, The News & Observer...
Elevators to Enhance Accessibility at SEPTA Station in Philadelphia
A lane on northbound Broad Street in South Philadelphia will be shut down by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) through spring 2024 to install elevators and perform other upgrades...
Otis Interns Give Back Across the U.S., Furthering ESG Goals
More than 100 summer interns at Otis recently volunteered in Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Connecticut and Philadelphia, supporting nonprofits, including those supporting food banks and homeless shelters. The weeklong initiative included...
Pennsylvania Council Asks for Additional Elevator Funds
The Luzerne, Pennsylvania, County Council has asked for an additional US$235,000 of the county’s share of US$112.9 million American Rescue Plan Act funding to replace two elevators at the county...
AEG Acquires Pennsylvania-Based Port Elevator
American Elevator Group (AEG) announced on June 1 the acquisition of Port Elevator, expanding AEG's central Pennsylvania footprint. The acquisition brings the number of AEG business units to 18 nationwide....
