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My Impressions of the China Elevator Expo...

By Cem Kapukaya | July 13, 2026

In this post, I’d like to share my observations of the WEE Expo 2026 in Guangzhou, China, an event I visited in person, as well as discuss the impact of China's elevator sector, a topic we’ve all been talking about and commenting on, and one about which everyone has their own insights.

Elevators: “The Vertical Handshake”

By Josh Anderson | June 30, 2026

How does your building make people feel?

Riding the EV Wave

By James Hutchinson and Daniel Johnson | June 30, 2026

Why rotary motor technologies may outpace linear motors in ropeless elevators

The Octopus Framework: Building Revenue Resilience in the Independent Elevator Company

By Arun Narang | June 8, 2026

Eight revenue arms that help India’s homegrown elevator companies grow steadily and survive any market cycle

Who Are We Designing Lifts For?

By Rachel Smalley | May 29, 2026

Your author discusses the ramifications of this question.

Using Fiberglass Rebar in Elevator Shafts

By Patrick Morrissey | May 25, 2026

In this Readers' Platform, your author discusses the benefits, challenges and applications.

The Case for Modernizing Urban Mobility

By Dennis Viehweg | May 1, 2026

Why cities must fix what they already have.

Türkiye’s Dependence on Elevator Imports:Facts, Risks, and Exit Strategies

By Semih Çalık | April 29, 2026

The Hardest Goodbye… in Memory of Seyfullah Köksal

By Cem Kapukaya | April 29, 2026

Where do I even begin? How can I describe this?

Traction Machine Selection in Modern Elevator Systems

By Elevator World | April 14, 2026

Data-driven decision makes the difference.

A Significant Achievement

By Hiren Bathani | April 14, 2026

Your author shares insights on winning the tender for 18 elevators at the Saket District Court Complex, New Delhi.