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Mitsubishi Electric Launches New Elevator Series

By Mitsubishi Electric Corp.’s staff | January 1, 2011

The Nexiez series of elevators is equipped to reduce CO2 emissions through high energy efficiency.

Peelle’s Heavy-Duty HSD System

By Michael J. Ryan | January 1, 2011

The Peelle Co. displays its new Horizontal Sliding Door (HSD) system at the National Association of Elevator Contractors expo.

New Technology and the Performance-Based Code – Part V Inspections and Tests

By Louis Bialy | January 1, 2011

In this installment of the on going series, the role and responsibilities of inspectors is discussed.

Reginald S. Phillips’ Electric Lifts of 1939, Part Two

By Dr. Lee Gray | January 1, 2011

Elevator Shunt Trip, Part 2

By Dan Winslow, CEIS | January 1, 2011

Part two of this three-article series takes a look into the use of elevator shunt trips in fire emergencies.

The Application of Electromechanical Spring-Set Brakes in MRL Machines

By Jonathan Bullick | January 1, 2011

"This article discusses some of the basic components and operation of DC electromagnetic spring-applied brakes."

Direct-Industrial: Spares, Repairs and Onsite Support

By David Lenehan | January 1, 2011

Based in Blackburn, UK, Direct-Industrial is an online distributor of automation spares and repair services to the elevator industry.

Three Steps toward Energy-Efficient Lift Systems

By Dieter Roas | January 1, 2011