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Elevators are an essential part of any commercial property. They provide a safe and efficient way for people to move throughout your building, and they can also have a significant impact on the property's overall value. If your elevators are old or outdated, it may be time to consider an upgrade.

In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading your commercial elevators, as well as some factors to consider when planning an upgrade. We will also provide tips on how to maximize your ROI on your elevator investment.

Non-proprietary equipment, particularly in the context of elevators and other building systems, offer several benefits for building owners and operators. These advantages can greatly impact the cost, flexibility, and long-term management of the elevator equipment. Selecting non-proprietary equipment when installing an elevator can yield long-term security for your property. This approach grants you the flexibility to independently source parts and to select from a wider range of maintenance companies without being constrained by exclusive service contracts from the original manufacturer for the life span of your elevator (20 - 30 years).

Here are some of the key benefits of non-proprietary equipment:

There was a recent update to the Florida building code that effects over 80,000 elevators across the sunshine state, including the 25,000+ elevators in the Miami metro area.  The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) code A17.3 refers to elevator standards & compliance, including provision 3.10.12 that states: An elevator car will not move while the cab doors are open.

The Elevator Safety Code is implemented by Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulations requiring that owners of existing elevators ‘must be in compliance with part 3.10.12 of ASME A17.3-2015, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators by December 31, 2023.'

Deadline has been extended to August 1st, 2024

It’s a popular question: “How long does an elevator last?” The answer to this age old question relies on many factors. Based on the lift type; Hydraulic elevator, Traction elevator, Freight elevator, Passenger Elevator, Commercial Elevator or Residential Elevator as well as the usage, maintenance frequency and the elevator's physical environment are all major factors in determining the life expectancy of your elevator equipment. 

Building owners in Florida are familiar with battening down the hatches and prepping for hurricanes from as early June to late October, but is there something you might be missing? While most people know to protect exteriors against driving rain and high winds, elevators are often overlooked during storm preparations. As storm after storm churns toward the United States from late spring through early fall, building owners in high-risk areas should prepare a hurricane checklist for their elevators before the tides of troubled waters begin to rise.