Water damage can be a significant problem for building owners, especially when it affects essential systems such as elevators. If your building’s elevator has been exposed to water, it’s crucial to take immediate action to ensure the safety of everyone involved, address the damage, and navigate the insurance process effectively. What you should consider in […]
Elevator cmAs a building owner or property manager, you know the importance of maintaining your elevators in the best condition. Elevators play an essential role in modern buildings, and their fully functional operation is necessary for the safety and comfort of users. However, more than traditional maintenance methods may be required to keep your elevators […]
As a building owner or property manager, you are responsible for the safety of your building’s tenants and visitors. A few of the many aspects of safety you need to be well-versed in are ASME A17.1 / CSA Handbook on Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidance […]
Now that you’ve decided to modernize your elevator, what next? Elevator modernization can be daunting and expensive for building owners and property managers. The first thing a building needs to do when faced with modernization is commit to a budget. Whether it’s a loan, allocated capital expenditure, or other scenario, the building must be sure […]
All buildings, whether hotels, retail stores, hospitals, universities, commercial real estate buildings, apartment buildings, condominium associations, malls, or other types, have an elevator service contract. At least they should all have one. An elevator maintenance service contract gives buildings a sense of comfort that their elevators, escalators, or lifts will be correctly serviced by the […]
As a building owner or property manager, it is your responsibility to ensure the safety and reliability of your elevators. Regular elevator maintenance is essential to ensure smooth, safe operation, and to prolong the lifespan of your elevators. Using an elevator maintenance checklist can help you stay on track. This checklist typically includes tasks and inspections to ensure […]
Installing a new elevator in an existing building structure that did not previously have an elevator is a complex endeavor that requires extensive planning and preparation. Several key factors must be considered such as the requirements of the building, building codes and regulations, shaft dimensions, and capacities, to name a few. Selecting the appropriate elevator […]
Elevators have revolutionized the way we navigate multi-story buildings, providing efficient vertical transportation solutions for a variety of settings. The use of elevators in buildings over two stories such as hotels, hospitals, and airports is common. Elevators are also used in private residential homes, too. Even though they are the same in principle, there are […]
The phrases “You need to modernize,” “We can’t get your parts,” and “Your equipment is too old” have become all too familiar for owners and managers of buildings with elevators these days. It is prevalent across buildings of every size and affects organizations nationwide, prompting building owners and managers to seek solutions. So, what do […]
Today, we are sharing an example that highlights the behind-the-scenes value of hiring an elevator consultant. Let’s set the stage – XYZ Building is a high-rise building located downtown with twenty-two elevators, managed by Mr. Jones. Mr. Jones has been struggling with increasing elevator maintenance costs and is frustrated by trying to decipher the elevator […]
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