Focus Topics

Electronic Inspections Are Making Elevators Safer

New testing methods have an array of benefits that can be phased in according to area/regional readiness. by Tim Ebeling and Kevin Heling Electronic testing methods available in North America,...

A Nudge in the Right Direction

In this Readers’ Platform, your author describes how heuristics can bring escalator safety into the 21st century. by Atif Bhanjee Escalator safety signage in its current format is based on...

Engineering Design

Book is a great read aimed at inspiring young engineers. This edition of ELEVATOR WORLD UK focuses on Training & Education. It was therefore more than appropriate when a copy...

Removing Early Barriers to Achievement

Study reveals effects gender stereotyping has on children, and suggests path to a better future. submitted by the Fawcett Society Harmful gender stereotypes significantly limit children’s potential, warns a report...

Distance Learning Continues to Rise

LEIA discusses the growing online options. The take-up of online learning across the U.K. has increased significantly during the past 12 months, and LEIA’s distance learning programme is no exception....

Tools of the Trade

The company shares their approach to sales training. submitted by Sheridan Lifts Ltd. At Sheridan Lifts Ltd., we have a strong focus on our people. When it comes to sales,...

An Education in Lifting

A “Lifting Lesson in a Bag” could ignite interest in the industry among school children. By Ross Moloney As a global association, everyday operations at the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association...

Lift & Technology Programme Update

UoN offerings are detailed. by Oliver Greening Almost two years in the making, the updated Lift & Escalator Technology programmes at the University of Northampton (UoN) were approved in December...

The Case for Uniform Regulation

VT equipment owners often find themselves at the mercy of unscrupulous vendors in states lacking oversight. Technology plays a very important part in enhancing the safety of end-users. Closed-loop operation...

Safety is an Investment, Not an Expense

Analyzing the factors that influence the safety and maintenance aspects of VT with feedback from end users The need for ensuring safety and maintenance with respect to vertical transportation (VT)...