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CECA 2021 AGM
Air of optimism prevails as members look to the future and share updates. Members of the Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) held their annual general meeting (AGM) virtually on June...
The Use of Lifts in Offices in Social-Distancing Environments
An array of measures must be taken to guarantee personal safety. Keywords: COVID-19, social distancing, optimization, traffic handling, lobby capacity, waiting times Abstract: This paper addresses the potential remaining lift...
Ethiopia: Emerging Market in the Horn of Africa
Solid economic foundation lays the groundwork for growth in construction and, in turn, the VT industry. Ethiopia, the Horn of Africa country formerly known as Abyssinia, stands out among nations...
KONE Developing Improved Elevator-Wheelchair Accessibility
Concept is evolving from a winning DX Experiments idea. submitted by KONE As a result of an effort to find new ways to make innovative connections to elevators, KONE in...
A “Strategic Thought Leader”
NEII Executive Director Amy Blankenbiller brings the skills, background and dedication that make a difference. Amy Blankenbiller When the pandemic hit, a team led by National Elevator Industry, Inc. (NEII)...
A Special Effects Elevator
Exploring the entertainment side of VT Elevator patents, from the 19th century to the present, typically include an introduction that explains the basis, need and/or rationale for the proposed invention....
Transforming India’s Skyline
Residential projects, related developments indicate strong demand for VT going forward. The correlation between real estate construction and the demand for vertical transportation (VT) is well known. So, when 2021...
Vycling: The Next Big Thing?
Architect explores the possibility, requirements and probable applications of incorporating a VT bicycle into urban structures. “Designing a dream city is easy; rebuilding a living one takes imagination.” — Jane...
Initiatives Yield Momentum
Your author examines how recent policy announcements and development-friendly initiatives could provide impetus to property markets in 2021. Despite the ongoing pandemic, most Indian states are looking to property markets...
Thoughts on “Make in India”
Your author highlights his company’s role and factors driving the initiative. Many companies are expanding manufacturing across India. Increasingly, we see elevator companies assembling entire elevators in India. This...
