| ELEVATOR WORLD's July Issue
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ELEVATOR WORLD's September 2024 issue will be the United Issue with a focus on Hoistway Tools, Components and Products. There will be special distribution at United 2024. The article submission deadline is July 15, and the advertising deadline is August 1. To participate or for more information, contact the EW Editorial Department at phone: 251-479-4514, ext. 130 or editorial@elevatorworld.com. To advertise, contact ext. 131 or advertising@elevatorworld.com.
DEADLINE FOR THE 2024 ELLIES AWARDS THIS WEEK
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Ellies Awards Program and will be accepted through July 12. This annual elevator industry awards program recognizes North American elevator and escalator vertical-transportation industry businesses that go above and beyond for their customers, employees, communities and the industry as a whole. Anyone can nominate a business, including your own, and the nominees will be voted on by you from August 1-14 to decide the winners. The Ellie Awards will then be presented at the UNITED Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in September. The voting categories are Best Consultancy, Best Family-Owned Business, Best Inspection Company, Best Minority/Woman/Veteran-Owned, Best OEM, Best Supplier (Accessibility, Cabs/Interiors/Finishes, Communication Systems, Complete Systems, Controllers, Doors/Door Operators, Motors, Other, Ropes/Traveling Cables, Safety Products, Software and Special Application Lifts) and Best Contractor (North, South, East, West and Canada). If you have any questions or general feedback on the program, feel free to email. | | The WUR-COM® from Wurtec is an all-digital solution for multimedia elevator communications. The WUR-COM® meets the latest ASME requirements by providing two-way audio, video monitoring of the cab, and text capabilities. The fully digital WUR-COM® package also eliminates the need for POTS lines. Check out the details here, and get in touch with us at 1.800.837.1066 or WurtecSales@wurtec.com. Advertisement | | | | VDA ACQUIRES CANADA'S GUNN CONSULTANTS
East Hanover, New Jersey-headquartered VDA, Inc. announced on July 9 it has acquired Canada-based vertical-transportation (VT) consultancy GUNN Consultants. GUNN was founded in 1983 as an engineering consulting firm specializing in elevators, escalators, moving walks and other types of VT. It was the first elevator consulting firm in Western Canada. Eric Peterson is president and CEO of GUNN, headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with offices in Calgary and Toronto. Industry leaders in their respective territories, VDA and GUNN have forged a partnership that expands each company's market reach throughout North America and "provides clients with best-in-class service offerings without infringement of borders." The companies believe that, combined, they have "the best people and technology in the industry," benefitting from enhanced capabilities, market expansion and shared resources. GUNN Consultants will continue to operate under the leadership of Peterson. | | | CLADDAUGH ELECTRONICS APPOINTS JOHNSON BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT
Claddaugh Electronics Ltd., the Long Island City, NY-headquartered manufacturer of code-compliant solutions for the vertical-transportation industry, has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Jeff Johnson as business development consultant. Johnson will focus on expanding Claddaugh's presence throughout North America as a trusted provider of ASME A17.1- and CSA B44-compliant commercial traction and hydraulic elevator and escalator controllers, safety overlay systems and Claddaugh's popular IP8300 landing control system. Prior to joining Claddaugh, Johnson served as vice president of sales with Elevator Systems, LLC. He has also held senior sales and marketing management positions with Magnetek, Thermo Fisher Scientific and Rockwell Automation. Holding a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology studies from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, he is a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. | | Draka EHC, a brand of Prysmian, is a global manufacturer and supplier dedicated to sustainability and developing innovative solutions for the vertical transportation industry. Our diverse portfolio of high-quality elevator products includes travelling cable, compensation cable, hoistway cable, wire rope, coated steel rope, rope brakes, wireway, harnessing, and lubricants. For escalators and moving walks we offer essential handrail solutions, field splicing services, skirt brushes, rollers, replacement parts and more. Elevator & Escalator Solutions Catalog | DrakaEHC.com Advertisement | | | | FUJITEC IMMERSIVE ELEVATOR FEATURING LIGHTS AND MUSIC WINS AWARD
Three Fujitec-affiliated companies won an Award of Excellence in the Digital Signage Awards 2024 entertainment category for the Immersive Elevator, which "provides people with an emotional experience through the fusion of LED vision and a musical sound," Fujitec announced on July 8. Read more here
SOUTHWESTERN GERMANY'S ALOIS KASPER EXPANDS FOOTPRINT WITH ACQUISITION
Alois Kasper GmbH, founded in 1945 in the western German state of Saarland, announced it has acquired Trierer Aufzugbau Baasch und Didong GmbH, further expanding its footprint in the Saarland-Rhine-Main area, effective July 1. Alois Kasper, a KONE subsidiary since 2017, said the move enables it to meet growing demand for "high-quality elevator solutions and services in the region." Read more here
UZBEKISTAN SEEKS PRIVATE SECTOR HELP TO RELEASE VT IMPORTS STUCK IN CUSTOMS
Vertical-transportation (VT) equipment importers in Uzbekistan are seeking private-sector help to release at least 330 pieces of VT equipment stuck in customs warehouses in the wake of an import halt that took effect in March, YangiUylar reports. Elevators and escalators imported from nearly 50 different manufacturers are under customs control in warehouses. Read more here | | Maven Group, LLC is the premier choice for owners of independent elevator companies who consider selling their business. We understand the daily challenges of independent companies and we know what buyers are looking for. To maximize your return, we provide hands-on help when you prepare for the complex mergers & acquisitions process. For confidential advice, please contact Dominik Sachsenheimer at dominik@mavenelevator.com / 561-225-3320 or Bill Beaury at bill@mavenelevator.com / 239-253-4500; www.mavenelevator.com Advertisement | | | | SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT FOR THE EW PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Submissions are now being accepted for the ELEVATOR WORLD 27th Annual Project of the Year Awards. We are seeking submissions of projects featuring vertical, horizontal or inclined transportation systems with an innovative design, special application or approach that solved a major problem or overcame a unique challenge. Projects will be judged on innovation, originality and creativity, challenges overcome, installation methods and techniques and use of advanced technology and overall quality of presentation. This year's categories are Elevators, New Construction; Elevators, Modernization; Escalators, New Construction; Escalators, Modernization; Moving Walks; Inclined Elevators; Platform Lifts & Stairway Chairlifts; Private-Residence Elevators; and Special-Purpose Lifts. All entries will be judged and categorized as received by an impartial panel of experienced industry experts and professionals. Winning entries will be published in the January 2025 issue of ELEVATOR WORLD. Winners in each category will be acknowledged with an award of recognition. The submission deadline is September 30. | | Gain a little more Freedom with Canton Elevator's full package Traction line. Canton's offerings are based on a wide range of capacities, platform designs, travel, and speed with both geared and gearless machines. The Freedom series allows elevator contractors and their customers to work through standard and custom applications. For more information visit www.cantonelevator.com or feel free to reach out and talk to Cindy Samek 864-328-9278. If you would like to request a quote for an upcoming project, please send in all information to info@nidec-canton.com. Advertisement | | | ACCESS BDD RECEIVES WHICH? ACCREDITATION
Access BDD announced it has been named as a Which? Recommended Stairlift Provider. Access BDD was stringently assessed to ensure it met the necessary criteria and received an overall score of 82%, which was 7% higher than any other brand, with top ratings received in key areas including appearance, ease of use, quality, reliability and safety. Access BDD earned a 5-star rating in five out of the seven customer research evaluation categories. This further highlights the company's commitment to providing dependable products backed by exceptional service.
MET RECEIVES CSR AWARD FOR SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM
Mitsubishi Elevator (Thailand) Co., Ltd., (MET), recently received the Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2024 in the "Social Empowerment" category, the Bangkok Post reports. The award recognized the company's continuous Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the "Hometown School Development" project, which exemplifies its commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Read more here | | Lift Business Advisors in the last 3 years has successfully represented the sellers of more than 25 elevator contractors and suppliers in the elevator industry to a broad range of acquiring companies. Since our inception in 1998, we have provided hands on support to help improve profitability and optimize value for an eventual exit. Contact Jeff Eaton for a confidential discussion and complimentary strategic review. www.liftbusiness.com, jeff.eaton@liftbusiness.com Advertisement | | | | 1916 ELEVATOR IN MISSOURI COURTHOUSE CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
A more-than-100-year-old cage elevator serving the Jasper County Courthouse in Carthage, Missouri, is closed so it can undergo vital repairs, The Joplin Globe reports. The courthouse was built in 1894, and the elevator was added in 1916. A county commissioner said a recent inspection found a faulty gear mechanism that makes the unit unsafe to operate. Read more here
OTIS VIETNAM TO PROVIDE AND SERVICE 28 ELEVATORS FOR HANOI RESIDENTIAL TOWER
Otis Vietnam announced on July 8 it has been awarded a contract to provide and service four SkyRise® and 24 AriseTM elevators for LUMIÈRE Evergreen, a 40-story luxury apartment tower developed by Masterise Homes in Hanoi. Installation is slated for completion in October 2025, and Otis Vietnam will service the units through June 2028. Otis' most advanced high-rise elevator, SkyRise features industry-leading technology and space-saving design. Read more here | | Push Buttons That Eclipse All Others. The Eclipse Series of push buttons from Innovation offers more styles, finishes, and seven ultra-bright colors with metal halos. Proudly made in the U.S.A., you can choose from a wide selection of metals, finishes, and profile configurations. Vivid LED colors include red, blue, green, purple, white, orange, and lime green. www.innovationind.com Advertisement | | | | NOBLE ELEVATOR SYSTEM FOR LOWER EAST SIDE MIXED-USE BUILDING
Noble Elevator Co., Inc. Vice President Thomas Dutton tells ELEVATOR WORLD Noble provided a three-elevator system for 139 Bowery, a 14-story mixed-use building on Manhattan's Lower East Side. The elevators are machine-room-less units from Delaware Elevator with Torin machines and Motion Control Engineering Motion 4000 controllers. Read more here
ELEVATOR SOLUTIONS INVESTMENT CO. ACQUIRES TWO COMPANIES
Elevator Solutions Investment Co., a subsidiary of Mayar Holding Co., signed a binding purchase agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Saudi Installation Testing and Maintenance Co. (ITM Co. LLC) and Smart Elevator Co., argaam reports. Both companies were acquired for SAR40 million (US$10.6 million) and a 28% stake in Elevator Solutions, according to a statement to the Saudi Arabia stock exchange, Tadawul. The acquisition aims to expand Elevator Solutions' market share, provide customers with integrated solutions, diversify the company's product portfolio and boost its share in the Saudi elevator market. The relevant financial impact is expected to appear during the second half of 2024, the statement added.
MISSING BOLTS LED TO DEADLY STOCKHOLM CONSTRUCTION ELEVATOR COLLAPSE
Missing bolts caused a construction elevator to collapse in a Stockholm, Sweden, suburb in December 2023, killing five people, the Swedish Investigation Authority determined, the Associated Press is among outlets to report. The deadly crash "was caused by failure to perform relevant safety inspections of the hoist assembly," the Authority observed. Read more here | | NAEC would like to recognize one extraordinary supplier member for their commitment to customers and other partners. For the award nomination criteria and application, click here. The winner will be announced at the United Convention scheduled Sept. 23 - 26 in Atlantic City. Advertisement | | | | OTIS INDIA INTRODUCES DESIGN SERIES INCLUDING 360 COMBINATIONS
On July 8, Otis India introduced the Modular Series, 360 possible design combinations that give customers the flexibility to customize the look and feel of an elevator. The Modular Series will be offered on the popular Gen2® Nova and Gen2 Life products, both manufactured in Bangalore, India. Architects, designers and building owners can tailor their design choices to suit their unique preferences and project requirements to better complement a building's aesthetics and provide a memorable user experience. The Modular Series follows the successful introduction of Otis' Aura, Atmos and Ambiance aesthetic options in India. "This is a significant and new offer for our customers." Otis India President Sebi Joseph said. "We've listened carefully to their aspirations for modern, impactful aesthetics and functionality and their expectations for how our elevators can contribute to shaping the overall positive experience for a building's occupants and visitors."
RTD-DENVER'S OPEN ELEVATOR DOOR POLICY CURBS SERVICE CALLS
A pilot program initiated in March by the Regional Transportation District in Denver, Colorado (RTD-Denver) is resulting in a significant reduction in calls for service, and RTD plans to expand the program — which keeps elevator doors open when elevators are not in use — beyond the three original stations, Denverite is among outlets to report. Read more here
25-YEAR-OLD FALLS TO HER DEATH DOWN ELEVATOR SHAFT IN ITALY
A 25-year-old woman fell four stories down an empty elevator shaft to her death in Fasano, southern Italy, on July 1, Unilad is among outlets to report. The incident occurred in an apartment building. When the woman called the elevator on the fourth floor, the doors opened but the lift cabin was not there. Read more here | | | IEEE USA E-BOOK FIFTH IN SERIES SHOWCASING WOMEN ENGINEERS
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) USA has released a new e-book featuring the story of Judith Resnick, a female engineer and member of the Space Shuttle Challenger crew. Marking the fifth in IEEE USA's "Famous Women Engineers in History" e-book series, the story is about a woman who "didn't want to be seen as a woman astronaut or a Jewish astronaut — just as an astronaut." Read more here
MULTIPLEX UK TAPPED TO BUILD CITY OF LONDON'S NEWEST TOWER
Multiplex UK has been tapped by AXA IM Alts to build the City of London's newest skyscraper — the 36-story, 60,400-m2 office tower 50 Fenchurch Street, Construction News reports. Located in the Financial District neighboring the Walkie Talkie, 50 Fenchurch Street was designed by Eric Parry Architects to achieve BREEAM Outstanding and net-zero operation, incorporating approximately 70 species of plants on landscaped gardens and terraces. Read more here
SEVEN-TOWER TOD GREENLIT IN MELBOURNE'S BOX HILL
Through the Fast-Track Program of the Victoria, Australia, government, Vicinity Centres has won approval for a masterplan that includes seven towers ranging from 19 to 50 stories that will deliver 1,700 new homes to one of Melbourne's fastest-growing communities — Box Hill, the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat reports, citing The Urban Developer. Designed by Bates Smart, the transit-oriented development (TOD), dubbed Box Hill Central North, will be clustered around the Suburban Rail Loop. Read more here | | Pre-order your limited-edition print copy of NAEC 75. This book celebrates the National Association of Elevator Contractors' (NAEC) 75th anniversary with a look back at its enduring history in the elevator industry. You don't want to miss out on this historic 75th anniversary book full of photos of the movers and shakers, friends and family who created and nurtured this great association through the years. Click here to place your order today. Advertisement | | | | ENGINEERINGUK PUSHES FOR NATIONAL ENGINEERING WORKFORCE STRATEGY
EngineeringUK, an independent, not-for-profit organization that supports the engineering and technology sectors, is encouraging the new government to form a national engineering and technology workforce strategy to address the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and workforce shortage. With the National Engineering Policy Centre, EngineeringUK issued a press release on July 5. Read more here
"FLOATING" ADDITION PROPOSED ATOP HISTORIC TORONTO APARTMENT BUILDING
Developer ProWinko has proposed a 10-story addition designed by Alliance that would "float" one story above a historic, four-story apartment building in Toronto's Annex neighborhood, Urban Toronto reports. Bringing the 1905 property known as Spadina Gardens to 15 stories, the 55.5-m structure would add 70 additional residences to an existing 24. Read more here | | EW's fourth annual Product of the Year Award recognizes the outstanding achievements of manufacturers whose products are considered particularly noteworthy or innovative. If you have a new (or significantly redesigned) product released on the market between March 2023 – July 2024, submit it for consideration at https://elevatorworld.com/contests/product-of-the-year/ Advertisement | | | EDITORIAL AND SUBSCRIPTIONS: Editorial submissions, reprint permission requests and subscription/removal requests should be sent to editorial@elevatorworld.com. ELENET Editorial staff: Angela C. Baldwin, Kaija Wilkinson, Lindsay Fletcher and Kathleen Farrell. ADVERTISEMENTS: To advertise and reach ELENET's readership of 35,000+, contact the Advertising staff at phone: 251-479-4514 or e-mail: advertising@elevatorworld.com. Download the ELEVATOR WORLD magazine Editorial Calendar to see EW's upcoming feature stories, focus topics, special topics, special sections and Editorial/Advertising submission deadlines here. ELENET is a registered trademark, and all rights are reserved. Copyright 2024 © Elevator World, Inc., 354 Morgan Avenue, Mobile, AL 36606, phone: 251-479-4514, www.elevatorworld.com. | | | | |
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