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Decoding the True Meaning of Digitalization
Your authors outline how elevator technology is leveraged for maximum VT system efficiency. by Argenio Antao and Sneha Sabu Real estate has been one of the most reluctant industries to...
Brave New World
In this Readers’ Platform, your author shares observations on the growing digital presence in the VT industry since the pandemic. In this strangest of times, all of us in the...
Fire Resistant Elevator Doors
Abstract Elevator systems in use today are designed and produced to meet various requirements for their intended use. Fire-resistant lift landing doors has become mandatory after shifting from 95/16/EC to...
Landing Door Locking Devices
Introduction Article 5.3.9.3.4 of EN 81-20 says, “In the case of landing doors driven by the car door, if the landing door becomes open for whatever reason when the car...
On the EDGE at Berlin Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Smart office tower development offers amenities, but with tenants’ health in mind. Editor’s note: Your author reports on an exclusive tour of the construction site of EDGE East Side Berlin...
The Smart Readiness Indicator and Lifts
To be or not to be included? by Alper Caliskan Buildings of the future, both office spaces and residential homes, will offer luxury and comfort that can only come from...
Global Elevators & Escalators
Credit Suisse analysts forecast the industry through the next decade. Credit Suisse analysts forecast the global elevator and escalator (E&E) industry to reach EUR100 billion (US$115.87 billion) in size by...
Elevators 2030 — A Global View
Your author takes a wide ranging, deep look at macro trends and their implications for VT. The symbiotic relationship between elevators and cities is well recognized and will likely endure...
Residential Meets Technology
The “Future Living® Berlin” quarter in Adlershof, Germany, paves the way to the future. photos by Hans-Wilhelm Berghoff In mid-July, elevator manufacturer Schindler, as the technology partner that planned and...
Safety, Accountability in Canada
CECA PRD has important information for those involved in home elevators. by Catharine Bothwell and Brandy Hancock The Private Residence Division (PRD), a member of the Canadian Elevator Contractors Association...