| 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 19, 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.
NAEC PARTNERS WITH FMSC TO LAUNCH UNITED IN DEED AT UNITED
The National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC) announced it will launch United In Deed, a partnership with the nonprofit organization Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), on September 23 as part of the United Convention and Expo in Atlantic City, New Jersey. NAEC thanks the initiative's generous host, MEI — Total Elevator Solutions, which will assist in packing meals that will feed children all over the world. Read more here
TKE APPOINTS JACKSON HEAD OF OSH — ASIA PACIFIC
TK Elevator (TKE) has appointed Terry Jackson head of Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) — Asia Pacific, effective July 1. Jackson reports directly to TKE Asia Pacific CEO Jürgen Böhler, and is based at TKE's Asia Pacific Regional Support Center in Hong Kong. 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 | | | | INDUSTRY ERA RECOGNIZES CEDES CEO BASS AS TOP 10 ADMIRED LEADER OF 2024
Global business magazine Industry Era has recognized CEDES AG CEO Patrick Bass as one of its Top 10 Admired Leaders of 2024. Bass came to the CEO role after starting his career as a field mechanic. Through hands-on experience and direct interaction with customers, Bass gained valuable insight into the impact of product failures on businesses and personal mobility. Read more here
FERMATOR PUBLISHES FIRST SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Spain-headquartered Fermator Group, a leading mono-product manufacturer of automatic lift doors worldwide, announced in July publication of its first Sustainability Report. Covering 2023, the report reflects the company's commitment to transparency and dedication to adopting responsible business practices to generate long-term value for all stakeholders. Read more here
GERMANY-BASED PLASTICS MANUFACTURER RÖCHLING CELEBRATES 100 YEARS
On June 7 and June 9, respectively, Xanten, Germany-based plastics manufacturer Röchling Industrial Xanten hosted an anniversary celebration and an Open Day on-site. More than 100 guests accepted the invitation to Open Day, which included guided tours of the plant, a stand on training and career opportunities and interesting facts about the company's history. Read more here | | | AFAG: INTERLIFT 2025 AND TES DUBAI 2024 GENERATING BUZZ
interlift 2025, taking place for the first time in Nürnberg, Germany, on October 14-17, 2025, is already generating a lot of buzz with more than 250 exhibitors — including two collectives each from India and China — registered, trade fair organizer AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH and technical sponsor VFA Interlift e.V. report. Read more here
TKE LEADS ESCALATOR MODERNIZATION AT ICONIC SITE IN BARCELONA
TK Elevator (TKE) announced on July 16 it has been selected to modernize all 22 escalators that provide access to the iconic Montjuïc area in Barcelona, Spain. The escalators, originally built for the 1992 Olympic Games, connect Plaza España with the Olympic Stadium. The new project includes complete escalator replacement, installation of state-of-the-art digital monitoring and remote-control systems, as well as a multi-year maintenance agreement. Barcelona de Serveis Municipals currently uses TK Elevator's MAX Internet of Things remote-monitoring system powered by Insight at Montjuïc and was so pleased with the performance, they requested the system for the renewal project. "We know this site very well, as we installed and attentively maintained the original Montjuïc units," said Bora Gülan, CEO Europe Africa, TKE. "We look forward to modernizing the infrastructure to enhance accessibility and quality of life for millions who will visit this beautiful site." | | 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 | | | | INDIA'S WR REAL-TIME MONITORING APP AIMS TO BOOST VT UPTIME
India's Western Railway (WR) has developed a real-time monitoring app for vertical-transportation (VT) equipment serving suburban Mumbai stations, including 122 escalators and 69 elevators, the Hindustan Times is among outlets to report. Through centralized control, maintenance staff receive audio-visual alerts on the mobile or web app to address VT breakdowns as soon as they occur, thereby increasing VT passenger availability. Read more here
36% OF GEORGIA'S ELEVATORS LATE FOR 2024 INSPECTIONS
The Georgia Officer of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire told Channel 2 Action News that of the state's thousands of elevators, approximately 36% — roughly 11,520 — are not up to date on their inspections for 2024. The state of Georgia requires elevators to be inspected and recertified every year. In the metro Atlanta area, there are 13 inspectors currently and two full-time positions open for hire, and the state employs 25 full-time inspectors, three supervisors and one chief inspector. Read more here | | 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 GIVES BACK WITH BLOOD DRIVES IN JAPAN, TAIWAN, CHINA AND INDIA
In recognition of World Blood Donor Day on June 14, Fujitec conducted a blood drive at its Big Wing headquarters in Shiga prefecture, Japan, a tradition it has upheld for the past 15 years. Most of the blood is donated to the Shiga Prefecture Red Cross Blood Center for patients in chronic need of blood. During two campaigns held in 2023, approximately 90 employees donated blood. Read more here
OTIS NAMED TO INTERNATIONAL LIST FOR DISABILITY INCLUSION
Otis Worldwide Corp. has been recognized for its commitment to disability inclusion by the Disability Equality Index® by being named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion for 2024 in five countries. The Disability Equality Index is a comprehensive benchmarking tool for Fortune 1000 companies to measure disability workplace inclusion inside the organization and to assess performance across industry sectors. In 2024, 542 corporations used this tool to benchmark their disability inclusion efforts. The index measures culture and leadership, enterprise-wide access, employment practices, community engagement, supplier diversity and responsible procurement. Businesses scoring 80 or higher – are recognized as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion. This is the first year that countries outside the U.S. have been benchmarked. | | Mongrain Vertical Transport current products include the complete range of hydraulic elevators as well as the Emarelle hydraulic machine-room-less elevator system. Each is custom tailored to meet demanding design and performance standards as specified by building owners, architects, and installers. For more information, please email us at info@mvtinc.com or visit us online at www.mvtinc.com. Advertisement | | | EXTREME HEAT AWARENESS MONTH AND AN OSHA PHOTO CONTEST
In its NEII Insider newsletter, the National Elevator Industry, Inc. (NEII) observed that July is Extreme Heat Awareness month — a reminder to stay safe and healthy during the summer on jobsites. Heat exposure can cause illness and even death if not addressed, with symptoms that include thirst, dizziness and nausea. Read more here
EAST INDIAN STATE OF BIHAR MAKES REGISTRATION OF VT MANDATORY
The east Indian state of Bihar made registration and inspection of vertical-transportation (VT) equipment mandatory on July 12, with the State Cabinet approving the Bihar Lift and Escalator Bill proposed by Bihar State Power Holding Co. Ltd. (BSPHCL), The Times of India is among outlets to report. Read more here | | Interested in a gearless traction machine with a laser-focus on safety and longevity? Hollister-Whitney products are designed with the customer in mind. That means superior value and painless serviceability for decades of operation. The GL171X is a cost-effective, gearless solution designed to fit through 27-inch doors. Learn more about its powerful, energy–efficient performance. Advertisement | | | | PRAGUE METRO STATION BARRIER FREE WITH ELEVATORS COMPLETE
Prague's Jiřího z Poděbrad metro station in Vinohrady has officially reached barrier-free status with the opening of new elevators, expats.cz reports. The station is now the 47th barrier-free station in the Prague metro network. Each elevator has a capacity to transport up to 21 people, with a maximum load of 1600 kg. Read more here
ORONA TO SHOWCASE ORONA NEXT PLATFORM AT TES DUBAI
Orona, Europe's fifth-largest provider of vertical-transportation solutions for people, plans to showcase the Orona Next platform at The Elevator Show (TES) Dubai on September 16-18 in a 50-m2 stall at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Designed to meet current and future needs of customers and tailored to all market segments, Orona Next consists of six series (Essentia, Smart, Smart+, Flex, Cargo and Rise) providing custom travel experiences and efficient space management. Read more here | | The NEW and revised 8th edition Inspection Handbook has just been released and is a convenient and vital field reference. This 8th Edition is intended for the experienced, knowledgeable Elevator Personnel as defined in ASME A17.1/CSA B44. It is now available to purchase in either print or digital at elevatorbooks.com. Order online today! Advertisement | | | | OTIS PROVIDING 61 VT UNITS FOR SYDNEY METRO — WESTERN AIRPORT
Otis announced on July 9 it is providing 61 vertical-transportation (VT) units — 40 520NPE heavy-duty public-transit escalators and 21 Gen3TM and Gen2® elevators — for the Sydney Metro — Western Airport project in Sydney, Australia. The project is a driverless metro railway line that includes six new stations and spans 23 km. Read more here
LIEMA: MORE THAN 90% OF IRAN VT COMPONENTS DOMESTICALLY MADE
More than 90% of the components and parts used in elevators and escalators in Iran are domestically made, Lift and Escalator Component Manufacturers Association of Iran (LIEMA) Head Samad Shafahi said during the 13th Iran LIFTEX Tehran that kicked off on July 10, Tehran Times reports. For vertical-transportation (VT) equipment such as elevators serving petrochemical plants and refineries — accounting for up to 2% of the units nationwide — components are imported, he said. 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 | | | | CTBUH 2024 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ATTENDEES INCLUDE VT EXPERTS
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) has released a list of the nearly 800 people planning to attend the CTBUH 2024 International Conference in London and Paris on September 23-27, and it includes many vertical-transportation (VT) experts. Executives from KONE, Schindler and TK Elevator are on the list, as well as representatives of major VT consulting firms. Read more here
WHEELCHAIR LIFTS TO BE REMOVED IN SEOUL, ELEVATORS COMING
Seoul Metro, an operator of the city's subway service from Line Nos. 1 to 8, will remove 23 wheelchair lifts in 17 subway stations with a plan to install elevators in every subway station by the city's underground traffic operator, The Korea Herald reports. In the past 30 years since their implementation, the lifts have continuously raised safety issues. Elevators will be installed to improve public transportation and pedestrian environments and increase mobility for people with disabilities and the elderly. The cost of the demolition is approximately KRW69 million won (US$50,178), and the construction period will take 60 days. There are 103 wheelchair lifts still installed at subway stations managed by the Seoul Metro. In some stations, removing wheelchair lifts can lead to excessively long routes, so Seoul Metro plans to remove these lifts after consulting with relevant organizations such as the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Korea Elevator Safety Corp. | | | INDIAN RAILWAYS MAKES ACCESSIBILITY STRIDES THROUGH VT INSTALLATIONS
Indian Railways (IR) has made significant efforts to increase passenger convenience and accessibility during the first quarter of FY 2024-2025 through installations of vertical-transportation (VT) equipment across its stations, the Financial Express reports. According to a tweet from IR, the number of elevators installed by June 2024 reached 66, a 114.4% increase from 27 elevators installed by the same period in FT 2023-2024. Escalator installations jumped from 18 installed by June 2023 to 60 installed by June 2024, marking a 233.3% increase.
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. | | 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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