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A Look at M&A Trends
Your author examines the “roller-coaster ride” of the past three years. by Dominik Sachsenheimer The world of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) has experienced a roller coaster ride over the past 36...
A Comprehensive Guide
In this Readers’ Platform, your authors describe the steps you need to take before selling your elevator company. by Andrew C. Glassman and Karen P. Wackerman In recent years, we...
(Vertical) Transportation to the Past
Originally built in 1921 by the Maharaja of Mysore, India, to host his most important guests, the Lalitha Mahal is now one of the country’s most luxurious and historic hotels....
Requirements of EN 81-70,71,72 in Elevator Cabins
Dear readers, In this article, we will be examining the specific requirements of standards such as EN 81-70,71,72 for lift cars. The EN 81-70 standard establishes the operating requirements for...
Galata Tower Rises With a Unique Digital Showcase
Renovated by MAST Elevator during the restoration of the historic Galata Tower, the lifts offer visitors a spectacular visual travel experience with displays on the cabin walls. by Mustafa Olcay...
From Fixtures to Software
In this Industry Dialogue, MAD Elevator’s president talks about the evolution and future of the company. During the National Association of Elevator Contractors’ 2023 Convention & Exposition in Reno, Nevada,...
Beauty and Safety By Design
Otis’ Ambiance Series and Lifeguard Handrail In this Industry Dialogue, Ji-Hyeon “Gilbert” Jeong (GJ), leader of the Otis Korea Design Center, speaks with your author (KW) about the development of...
Spotlight on South Korea
OEMs earn accolades for innovative designs. Otis and TK Elevator (TKE) announced in August their South Korea teams earned recognition for fixtures aimed at enhancing usability, public safety and aesthetics....
Change, Change, Change
More than 100 changes are included in the 2022 edition of ASME A17.1/CSA B44. Here’s why AHJs should adopt these changes without modifications. by Kevin Brinkman The ASME A17.1-2022/CSA B44:22...
Compliance and Safety: How to determine if an elevator machine guarding is OSHA compliant
by Pierre-Luc Bourgeois There are several elevator equipment-guarding solutions available on the market in a wide range of prices, but why is that? Are they all equivalent? Of course not....
