by ellen | Aug 21, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Did you know that 90% of elevator shutdowns are due to the doors? If your elevator is more than 12 years old, you probably have door equipment that is in need of upgrade. If your doors open or close roughly, make a lot of noise when opening or closing, or jump/drag...
by ellen | Jul 30, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Elevators play a huge role in our everyday lives. They are very important for those who live in a high-rise apartment building or have a hard time using the stairs. Elevators can be considered a luxury for some and a necessity for those who need assistance getting...
by ellen | Jun 26, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Summer is here and we are all excited about it, for sure. But did you know the temperature outside has a large effect on how your elevator works? It’s true, believe it or not. An elevator machine room that is too hot can cause hazards and require frequent repairs—the...
by ellen | May 20, 2019 | Uncategorized |
In today’s day and age, it is not uncommon to see people walking with their head down texting or preoccupied with their cell phone. This distracted way of life is all around us. More common now than ever are instances where people are hit with the doors while exiting...
by ellen | Apr 24, 2019 | Uncategorized |
You get the dreaded call that no one ever wants to receive; someone is stuck in one of your elevators. Being the property manager or maintenance person, it’s our job to figure out how to safely and quickly resolve the issue in a timely manner. What do you do in this...
by ellen | Mar 13, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Elevator Tip! Now that spring is here it might be time to turn off or reduce the temperature settings for your elevator’s equipment room. Elevators run best when temperatures are maintained to within 65 to 90 degrees year-round. This is important because severe heat...
by ellen | Feb 14, 2019 | Uncategorized |
As a building owner or property manager, it’s your responsibility to ensure your building’s components remain in working order. That includes everything that people use to make accessing your building convenient – like elevators. In most multi-level buildings, you’ll...
by ellen | Jan 15, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Regular maintenance, monitoring, and testing can save time and money leaving you with satisfied residents or tenants. Are you overlooking one of the most important parts of your property? In the US it is estimated there are 900,000 elevators which serve an average of...
by ellen | Nov 13, 2017 | Uncategorized |
From horizontally moving to high-speed cars, there are many breakthroughs in elevator service that PA and other areas could benefit from to make travel easier and more efficient. Both are goals of a pioneering new elevator development — though the passengers may be a...
by ellen | Oct 18, 2017 | Uncategorized |
With the highly active hurricane season still upon us, it’s important for everyone to be prepared, whether at home or at work. Power loss is common in strong storms, and the elevator systems in buildings tall and small can be affected. If you find yourself in an...
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