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The Mirage Resort Elevator Modernization
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas was contracted to equip this Las Vegas resort with energy-efficient elevator modernizations. Considered to be one of the first “mega” resorts in Las Vegas, The Mirage Resort...
Modernization for Elevators Issues and Solutions
A look at several elevator components appropriate for modernizations Modernization is a major undertaking and is often more complex than a new installation. Issues such as newer technologies, modified codes...
Elevator Modernizations on the Rise
An overview of several vertical-transportation modernizations delivered by ETA Melco The vertical-transportation industry has been abuzz with modernization across the world, especially in markets where elevators have been in use...
KONE Provides Escalator Modernization for Albuquerque International Sunport
KONE provided this New Mexico airport with two phases of escalator modernizations in minimal space. The Albuquerque International Sun-port (ABQ) is similar to other airports across the U.S. in that...
Touchscreens Installed in NYC Museums
The elevators in two of New York City’s (NYC) widely known museums are equipped with touchscreens as part of their modernizations. During construction in 1940, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum,...
How Hydraulic Elevators Came Back to “Green”
The author recounts his work through the decades to improve the ride quality and energy efficiency of hydraulic elevators. I began working with hydraulic elevators at the Swedish company Devehissar...
Hydraulic Elevators: The Economic Low-Rise Green Solution
Examines how hydraulic elevators can be modernized to become “green” Hydraulic Elevators have been the backbone of the U.S. elevator industry since the 1940s. Now with the push of green...
Kleemann Energy-Efficient Elevator Study
Highlights the actions Kleemann has taken to reduce energy consumption in hydraulic and traction elevators, while analyzing energy-reduction measures and results In recent years, there has been a growing trend...
An Approach to Achieving Class “A” Certification for Complete Lift Solutions
An exploration of the development of energy-efficient lift packages for new installations and modernizations Energy consumption and ecological issues are high on the agenda of elevator-industry products, pushed by environmental...
Exploring Sustainable Service Solutions for Elevators
This article discusses sustainable solutions that increase energy efficiency and extend the lifecycle of elevators. With a continually increasing emphasis on green building practices globally, many building owners, facility managers,...
