ELEVATOR WORLD New York is EW's free monthly newsletter focusing on vertical-transportation news in the Greater New York Region. Contact the EW Editorial Department to submit news or the EW Advertising Department to advertise and reach more than 5,000 subscribers in the New York area. | | | | TEI ELEVATOR SYSTEM FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL TOWER IN QUEENS | | | TEI Group tells ELEVATOR WORLD it provided an elevator system that includes two overhead gearless units for Eagle II, a 19-story residential building designed by SLCE Architects and developed by Rockrose Development at 43-14 Queens Street in Long Island City, Queens. Alternately addressed as 27-48 Jackson Avenue, Eagle II offers 301 rental apartments. Amenities include a pool, bike room, lounge and garden. | | Eagle II under construction in 2023; photo by Michael Young for New York YIMBY | | | | CHAMPION COMMENCES US$6-MILLION-PLUS CO-OP CITY PROJECT | | | Champion Elevator Corp. announced in July it has kicked off phase two of its US$6-million-plus modernization of the garage elevators at Co-op City in the Bronx. Champion's Don Gelestino, Frank Feniello and Robert Masterson are leading the ambitious project, which involves full-service maintenance for 180 elevators and modernization of 16 passenger cars. The Champion team is collaborating with suppliers Vantage and Hollister-Whitney, and the elevators' appearance will get a boost from new stainless-steel cabs and entrances from United Vertical Group. The project is expected to take approximately 22 weeks. "These essential elevators, crucial for daily operations within Co-op City, will undergo a comprehensive transformation to enhance efficiency, safety and reliability," Champion stated. With a classification of overhead gearless roped 1:1 and a capacity of 2000 lb, these elevators will become "paragons of modern engineering and design." | | | (l-r) Champion Regional Sales Manager Joe Moloney, Vantage CEO Jay Dietz, Champion CEO Donald Gelestino, Champion Chief of Operations and Technical Director Robert Masterson, Champion Modernization Supervisor Frank Feniello and Vantage Director of Marketing Dan Walsh | | | | MODERN ELEVATOR PROVIDING THREE ELEVATORS AT KEY BROOKLYN MTA STATION | | | Modern Elevator, which has a location in Carlstadt, New Jersey, is providing three new elevators at the Classon Avenue Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) subway station in Brooklyn, MTA tells ELEVATOR WORLD. The work, for which ground was broken on August 5, is part of a US$850 million program largely covered by federal funds that will see 13 MTA stations made fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, outlets including amNewYork reported. The Classon Avenue station is on the G line, which Brooklyn Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, who attended the groundbreaking, observed is "an incredibly important subway line for the Clinton Hill, Fort Greene and Bedford-Stuyvesant communities." MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said the project is part of what the MTA calls its "largest design-build bundle of accessibility upgrades to date." | | | | IUEC ANNOUNCES VOLUNTARY INCOME PROTECTION PLAN | | | The International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) on August 1 announced the IUEC Voluntary Income Protection (VIP) Plan to enhance financial security of all active U.S.-, Puerto Rico- and Guam-based full dues-paying IUEC members. IUEC General President Frank Christensen introduced the plan to all regional directors, union officers and members by saying, "Member safety and the ability to financially protect themselves and their loved ones is a priority for IEUC." Administered by union benefits specialist Union One, the plan boasts generous coverage for short-term disability, long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment, or AD&D. The first open-enrollment period ends on August 23 with a coverage effective date of September 1, and the second one invites members to enroll by October 25 for a coverage effective date of November 1. | | | AFG TO PROVIDE ELEVATOR RESCUE TRAINING AND MORE TO FIREFIGHTERS IN ENGLEWOOD, NJ | | | U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer in August announced a new US$161,702 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) that will help the Fire Department in Englewood, New Jersey, take three critical rescue courses: elevator rescue, rope rescue and man versus machine rescue. Gottheimer said the latest grant is part of more than US$4 million in federal grant funding he has helped secure for north New Jersey since 2018. "In a hustling and bustling city like Englewood, there are hundreds of elevators and industrial machines that have a risk of breaking down," Gottheimer observed. Training sessions designed to help firefighters better respond to and rescue residents from elevators and industrial machines will be hosted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. | | | U.S. Congressman Gottheimer announces the new US$161,702 federal investment for the Englewood Fire Department; image courtesy of Josh Gottheimer, New Jersey's Fifth District. | | | | MOUNCE PROMOTED TO CHIEF COMMERICAL OFFICER AT HYPERION SOLUTIONS | | | Memphis, Tennessee-headquartered Hyperion Solutions announced on August 6 that Andrew Mounce has been promoted from vice president of technical services to chief commercial officer. Since joining Hyperion in July 2023, Mounce has been instrumental as a commercial leader since the company's restructuring in early May. He holds a BS in leadership and management studies from the United States Military Academy West Point and an Executive MBA in management and strategy from Fordham University. Before joining Hyperion, Mounce had an illustrious career with Otis, where he held several positions, most recently serving as vice president of Greater New York. His tenure at Otis was marked by significant achievements in profit and revenue growth, as well as the implementation of operational strategies. Mounce's dedication and outstanding performance led to his being named General Manager of the Year in North America. | | | | | TEI PROVIDES FIVE-ELEVATOR SYSTEM FOR FORT GREENE, BROOKYN, TOWER | | | Construction hoists traverse the exterior of 98 Dekalb Avenue; photo by Michael Young for New York YIMBY. | | TEI tells ELEVATOR WORLD it is providing a five-unit elevator system for 98 Dekalb Avenue, a 610-ft-tall, 49-story tower designed by SLCE Architects and developed by Rockrose Development in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. New York YIMBY reported in June the residential skyscraper was on the verge of topping out ahead of anticipated completion in fall 2025. Alternately addressed as 180 Ashland Place, the tower will offer 609 residential units and 3,775 ft2 of commercial space within 418,092 ft2. In June, crews were starting work on the mechanical bulkhead, with façade installation to follow. Design elements include floor-to-ceiling glass and horizontal metal bands and the mechanical bulkhead on the north end of a rectangular floor plate. | | | | MESA MEMBERS GATHER FOR A BOAT CRUISE | | | Members of the Massachusetts Elevator Safety Association (MESA) gathered for a boat cruise on July 17 from the Boston Seaport Fan Pier. On a beautiful New England summer day, approximately 40 guests enjoyed plentiful libations and a catered feast that included chicken, pizza and salads. Those in attendance were primarily suppliers from the New York/New Jersey area, with representatives of Hyperion Solutions, Alpha Controls, TK Elevator, KONE, Boston University, DEM Elevate and many other companies gathering for a good time. — reported by EW Correspondent Matthew Jackson | | | Cruise survivors pose for a group shot. | | | | ELEVATOR INDUSTRY SUPPORTS ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT | | | Members of the NYC area elevator industry were among those to support the National Italian American Foundation's (NIAF) 19th Annual Golf Tournament at the Glen Oaks Club in Old Westbury, NY, on August 12. Long Island City-headquartered TEI Group and Manhattan-based Dynasty Elevator and DTM Drafting & Consulting Services, Inc., were among those to share a few pictures on LinkedIn. Dynasty President John Mezzo said it was a beautiful, sunny day cut slightly short by rain, but that "Mother Nature couldn't stop the amazing time we were all having!" TEI said it is proud to support the local chapter of NIAF and looks forward to the next event, which DTM CEO/President Nick Montesano said will be "a 20th-anniversary event you don't want to miss." The mission of NIAF is "to celebrate and advance the inspiring achievements and uplifting values of the Italian culture and presence in America and to strengthen and empower ties between the U.S. and Italy." | | (l-r) Mark Gregorio and Michael Staub of TEI Group | | | (l-r) Enzo Mezzo (son of John Mezzo); Dynasty Elevator President John Mezzo, Greg DeCola, vice president (VP) of Codes and Standards, VDA; and Mike Fairclough, VP Dynasty Elevator | | | | OTIS COMPLETES DELIVERY OF FIRST ESCALATOR AT JFK T6 | | | Earlier this month, Otis completed delivery of the first escalator at the John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) new Terminal 6 (T6) in Queens, John Corey, site superintendent for the new JFK T6 and Terminal 7 announced on LinkedIn. The escalator takes passengers from the Transportation Security Administration security level down to the concourse level. With the first gates set to open in 2026, T6 is a US$4.2-billion, 1.2 million-ft2 redevelopment being undertaken by JFK Millennium Partners. It will occupy the site of the former T6 and T7 when completed, with 10 aircraft gates that incorporate sustainable and innovative technology, according to JFK Millennium Partners. | | | The first escalator is delivered at JFK T6; image courtesy of John Corey. | | | | NAEC APPROVED AS QEI PROVIDER IN STATE OF NEW YORK | | | The National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC) announced it has been approved as a provider of QEI certification training in the State of New York. The purpose of NAEC QEI certification is to ensure inspectors have the skills, knowledge and education to safeguard the public by confirming elevators, escalators and other conveyances are code-compliant and operating safely. "It's not too late to register and earn continuing-education (CE), CEU, and New York State CE credits," NAEC stated. | | | | PROBLEMATIC ELEVATORS AT LIC RESIDENTIAL TOWER CREATE ANXIETY | | | Problematic elevators at the 38-story residential Hunter's Point South Commons tower in Long Island City (LIC), Queens, are creating anxiety for the rent-stabilized and -subsidized residents who live there, with some saying it is a public safety issue, CBS News was among outlets to report earlier this month. Two of the three elevators are regularly out of service, and the wait for the one working elevator can be up to 25 min., residents said. The Department of Buildings has noted elevator violations at the property at 1-10 50th Avenue dating back to 2015 and has ordered landlord Related Cos. to make necessary repairs. Both Related and elevator maintenance provider KONE said they are working to resolve the matter as quickly as possible. KONE said, additionally, that it has "expedited obtaining parts from the manufacturer of these non-KONE elevators that are required to return (them) to operation as soon as possible." | | Hunters Point South Commons; image courtesy of Related Cos. | | | EAST FLATBUSH WOMAN HOSPITALIZED AS A RESULT OF ELEVATOR FALL | | | A 56-year-old East Flatbush, Brooklyn, woman was hospitalized as a result of the elevator she was riding in a six-story apartment building at 305 Linden Avenue falling "multiple stories," News12 Brooklyn was among outlets to report on August 13. The New York City Fire Department said she suffered injuries to her leg and ankle when the elevator "disconnected from the cables" and dropped unexpectedly. Residents told the source the elevator has had issues in the past, including that its doors fail to fully close. The incident left one wing of the building without a functioning elevator, which residents said creates problems for seniors and other mobility-challenged individuals living there. | | | ELEVATOR PREPARATION BEGINS IN CENTRAL PARK WEST | | | Construction officially began in July for an elevator at the West 81st Street-Museum of Natural History subway station at the southwest corner of Central Park West, West Side Rag reports. The station entrance will remain open for the duration of the work, but the southwest station entrance is expected to close at the beginning of the second phase of work. Work has also begun at the B and C train station entrance at the southwest corner of West 97th Street and Central Park West, which will also be getting a new elevator. | | | | ADAMS' US$112.4-BILLION 2025 BUDGET ADDRESSES AFFORDABLE HOUSING | | | The New York City Hall Press Office announced on July 2 Mayor Eric Adams and fellow lawmakers were celebrating passage of an "on-time, balanced and fiscally responsible" US$112.4-billion fiscal year 2025 adopted budget that includes US$2 billion specially for preservation and rehabilitation of public-housing residences. In total, the Adams administration has committed a record US$26 billion toward housing over the next 10 years, a "historic," record-breaking investment that will support Adams' goal of building 500,000 new homes by 2032. Preservation of the NYC Housing Authority's (NYCHA) housing stock is critical amid the current housing crisis, NYCHA CEO Lisa Bova-Hiatt said. "Equally important is the quality of life for the one in 17 New Yorkers who call NYCHA home," she said. "With this funding, Mayor Adams and the City Council have ensured additional, holistic renovation to NYCHA campuses across the city through the PACT (Permanent Affordability Commitment Together) program and Public Housing Preservation Trust." | | | | 39th Annual Pop/Joe Golf Outing | September 9, 2024 For more information, visit website. | | 2024 United Convention & Exposition | Atlantic City, New Jersey | September 23-26, 2024 For more information, visit website. | | International Elevator & Escalator Symposium | November 12-13, 2024 For more information, visit website. | | | Editorial submissions, reprint permission requests and subscription/removal requests should be sent to the ELEVATOR WORLD Editorial Department. EW New York editorial staff: Angela C. Baldwin, Kaija Wilkinson, Kathleen Farrell and Lindsay Fletcher. The EW Editorial Calendar can be downloaded here. 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