It can be tough deciding which type of elevator cab you need for your business. There are several considerations that come into play. You need help sifting through all the information, so you don’t get overwhelmed. When trying to pick an elevator cab, whether for your small doctor’s office, apartment building or high rise, you… Read more »
Category: Elevators
Different Types of Lifts and How to Choose
There are a multitude of options when it comes to elevators and lifts. The choices can seem overwhelming at times, but there are certain considerations to think of when deciding on which type to go with. From budget to space constraints, we’ll go over these considerations here. First, let’s go over the more obscure and… Read more »
How Adding An Elevator Adds Value To Your Home
If you’re considering adding an elevator to your home, you’re doing your part to increase its overall value. Whether you choose a full-service elevator or a simple dumbwaiter, an elevator adds value in these ways: Adds Curb Appeal Indoor curb appeal, that is. An elevator should be considered an investment in your property. When and… Read more »
Adding Modern Updates to Your Elevator Without Major Customer Inconvenience
No one wants to be redirected to the stairs upon entering your building, especially when they just want to get home or to an important meeting. Yet you know, as the property owner or manager, that periodically, updates must be made to modernize your elevator. This not only extends the useful life of your entire… Read more »
Did You Know? All About Elevators
We bet you don’t really think about elevators! Well, we are here to let you know all the little things you never realized, from fun facts to interesting musings. Did You Know? Every three days, elevators carry the equivalent of the entire Earth’s population, according to Elevator History. Did You Know? The inventor of the… Read more »
Elevator Tips in Case of Emergency
No one wants to think of an emergency happening, especially while in a building or actually in an elevator. But unfortunately, they happen. From earthquakes to fires, many natural disasters can pose risks for people inside of elevators. Other emergencies aren’t weather related but may involve being locked or stuck inside an elevator. Here’s what… Read more »
How Much Does It Cost to Put an Elevator in a House?
Whether you’re a busy family, an aging retiree, or a caregiver for a parent, you may have considered putting in an elevator to ease the physical and logistical burdens that come with running a household. Your next thought, after how convenient it would be, will likely be “how much will it cost?” It’s a great… Read more »
What is the Difference Between a Lift and an Elevator?
You may find yourself using the terms lift and elevator interchangeably, but actually there are differences between the two. Those differences lie mostly in design and cost. An elevator and some lifts (depending on the lifting height) requires a shaft, which is a wall enclosure surrounding the cab and the machinery. Generally, lifts are more… Read more »
What are the Different Types of Elevators?
From stair chairs to wheelchair lifts and everything in between, there are many different types of elevators for homes and businesses. There are also various ways of powering elevators, such as hydraulic and electric traction or cable-driven elevators. Let’s go over some of the types here. Commercial Passenger Elevators These are designed for commercial use… Read more »
What Elevator Codes Say About Fires and Fire Safety
As the rider of an elevator for most of your life, you likely have seen the placards displayed in lobbies telling people to use the stairs in the event of fire. This is dictated by elevator codes, but these codes are much more complex than a simple sign, particularly as it applies to elevators and… Read more »