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Elevator technician performing preventive maintenance to reduce downtime

Elevator technician performing preventive maintenance to reduce downtime

Elevator Downtime: What It’s Costing You (And How to Reduce It)

Danial Zarlengo

Feb 243 min read

The Most Common Elevator Issues We See Early in the Year

The Most Common Elevator Issues We See Early in the Year

The Most Common Elevator Issues We See Early in the Year

Cameron Kape

Feb 62 min read

Hydraulic elevator machine room with tank, piping, and control equipment used during pressure testing

Hydraulic elevator machine room with tank, piping, and control equipment used during pressure testing

The Cost of Skipping an Elevator Pressure Test

Justin Lee

Dec 29, 20253 min read

Elevator out of service sign posted on elevator doors, highlighting the need for immediate elevator servicing.

Elevator out of service sign posted on elevator doors, highlighting the need for immediate elevator servicing.

5 Warning Signs Your Elevator Needs Immediate Servicing

Frank Smith

Sep 18, 20254 min read

Elevator Pit Flood Prevention: Waterproofing Strategies to Avoid Damage

Elevator Pit Flood Prevention: Waterproofing Strategies to Avoid Damage

Elevator Pit Flood Prevention: Waterproofing Strategies to Avoid Damage

Nathan Jordan

May 20, 20254 min read

BOMA 101: Alternatives to Manufacturer-Specific Elevator Maintenance

BOMA 101: Alternatives to Manufacturer-Specific Elevator Maintenance

BOMA 101: Alternatives to Manufacturer-Specific Elevator Maintenance

Craig Clabaugh

May 8, 20254 min read

Essential Safety Items for Every Elevator Mechanic's Maintenance Bag

Essential Safety Items for Every Elevator Mechanic's Maintenance Bag

Essential Safety Items for Every Elevator Mechanic's Maintenance Bag

Mark Capansky

Mar 31, 20254 min read

Seasonal Elevator Maintenance Checklist for Smooth Performance Year-round

Seasonal Elevator Maintenance Checklist for Smooth Performance Year-round

Seasonal Elevator Maintenance Checklist for Smooth Performance Year-round

Christian Chavez

Feb 28, 20253 min read

5 Regular Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Elevator Running Efficiently

5 Regular Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Elevator Running Efficiently

5 Regular Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Elevator Running Efficiently

Justin Kina

Feb 5, 20253 min read

The Rise of Machine Room-Less (MRL) Elevators in Commercial Buildings

The Rise of Machine Room-Less (MRL) Elevators in Commercial Buildings

The Rise of Machine Room-Less (MRL) Elevators in Commercial Buildings

Kevin Wright

Nov 5, 20245 min read

Unlocking Elevator Safety: The Critical Role of Door Lock Monitoring (DLM)

Unlocking Elevator Safety: The Critical Role of Door Lock Monitoring (DLM)

Unlocking Elevator Safety: The Critical Role of Door Lock Monitoring (DLM)

Jordan Tuck

Oct 22, 20245 min read

Proprietary or Non-Proprietary Elevator Systems: Metro Elevator Is Your Partner in Either Choice

Proprietary or Non-Proprietary Elevator Systems: Metro Elevator Is Your Partner in Either Choice

Proprietary or Non-Proprietary Elevator Systems: Metro Elevator Is Your Partner in Either Choice

Taylor Sanford

Oct 11, 20243 min read

Elevator Hurricane Safety: Prepare Your Systems for a Storm

Elevator Hurricane Safety: Prepare Your Systems for a Storm

Elevator Hurricane Safety: Prepare Your Systems for a Storm

Daniel Fisher

Jul 30, 20245 min read

Elevator History: Who Invented the Elevator?

Elevator History: Who Invented the Elevator?

Elevator History: Who Invented the Elevator?

Mike Blaszczyk

Apr 15, 20245 min read

Challenges Faced with Deferred Elevator Maintenance

Challenges Faced with Deferred Elevator Maintenance

Challenges Faced with Deferred Elevator Maintenance

Scott O'Hare

Mar 1, 20244 min read

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