Product Spotlight
Otis Launches CompassPlus
The company touts its destination-management system as a fundamental change to the way people move through buildings. In August, ELEVATOR WORLD had the opportunity to talk with Otis team members...
Calexa Elevator Software
The Institute for Vertical Transportation (IVT) has released software for calculation and examination of lift design and safety. CALEXA® is intended for consultants, designers, installers, supervisors, Notified Bodies and inspectors...
Modular Motor Protection System
Carlo Gavazzi Inc. has released DMPU, a new modular motor protection system. This evolution of its current-, voltage- and phase-monitoring devices is intended to complement the company’s other motor-control products...
PIT Actuator For Retracta Ladder
Smart Elevator Tech, LLC has developed a tool that allows the operator of its Retracta Ladder® (ELEVATOR WORLD, June 2011 and February 2013) the ability to retract (raise) and extend...
MVT Low-Rise MRL
Mongrain Vertical Transport (MVT) is an international builder of hydraulic elevator packages, featuring its Leistritz Emarelle™ machine-room-less (MRL) hydraulic elevator (ELEVATOR WORLD, April 2013). However, while that counterweight roped system...
OTIS GEN2 Switch Elevator
Otis has launched a new residential Gen2® elevator that eliminates the need for three-phase power, and utilizes solar power and battery-backup technology. The Gen2 Switch™ elevator will be available through...
Schindler 5500 Launches Across Global Markets
A new elevator for the mid-rise, mixed-use segment is now on the market. The Schindler 3300 currently reigns as Schindler’s best-selling product around the world, serving the low-rise market. Also...
The Lift Store Usa Enclosed Wheelchair Lift
Safety codes require most commercial applications involving a lift height of greater than 60 in. to be installed in a shaft. The Lift Store USA’s new solution to this situation...
Inclined Elevator in Port D’Andratx, Spain
This Project Spotlight covers the main components and specifications of this private-residence installation, which views the sea and port. In 2011, ThyssenKrupp Elevator completed the installation of an inclined elevator...
Focus On Sensors: Carlo Gavazzi Photoelectric Sensors
Carlo Gavazzi Inc. has expanded its PD30 series of miniature photoelectric sensors. The PD30 Basic Series features improved accuracy and a simplified setup via potentiometer. It also adds a background...
