Technology
Cast-in Channel Connections
An examination of the use of hot-rolled, cast-in channels in elevator shafts Connections in the elevator shaft are often subjected to demanding loading situations. For example, dynamic loading conditions, which...
Is Destination Dispatch User Friendly?
An explanation of how these systems are used, including advantages and disadvantages by Chris Woodman and Dinesh Musalekar With more than eight million elevators in service around the world, elevator...
Elevator Planning for Tall Residential Buildings
Traffic conditions and performance evaluations of tall residential buildings Tall Residential Buildings Present Special Problems In large cities, a trend towards tall and luxurious residential buildings in central locations is...
One Stage Higher: Digital Rotary Encoders for Elevator Motors
This article examines various elements of elevator drive technology. The technical demands placed on elevator technology have grown steadily in recent years. For example, conventional electrical drive technology with gear...
Linear Synchronous Motor Elevators Become a Reality
The benefits of linear synchronous technology for industrial and passenger elevators by James G. Wieler and Dr. Richard D. Thornton For more than a decade, the U.S. Navy has been...
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...
KEB dV/dt Elevator Chokes: Protect your Elevator Motor Investment
This article provides an explanation of the effects of high dV/dt created by variable-frequency drives and offers solutions to protect elevator motors. submitted by KEB America, Inc. During the past...
Submersible Electric Motors for Hydraulic Lifts
Choosing the appropriate motor for an elevator can allow more efficient energy use. by Ivo Busi and Fabio Calegari In recent years, the hydraulic lift, as an alternative to the...
Fire Alarm Systems and Elevator Interaction
A look at how fire alarm, sprinkler and elevator controls work together in accordance with present-day fire and electrical code mandates Elevator technology has advanced over the years in the...
Building Technology: Intelligent Building Management Systems
A look at the advantages of placing intelligent building-management systems in control of car operations A Return to the Past One hundred years ago, the supervisors and attendants of elevator...
