Freight commercial elevators are essential for efficiently transporting goods in warehouses, distribution centers, and other industrial settings. They are ideal when heavy lifting capacity and high volume are required to move materials from floor to floor. To ensure smooth operations and maximize the lifespan of your freight elevator, proper maintenance is crucial. In this article, […]
Category: Maintenance
3 Warning Signs Your Commercial Elevator Needs Maintenance
Elevators in the United States make 18 billion passenger trips per year. We all rely on elevators to access even the highest floors of the tallest commercial buildings. This makes elevators an essential feature of any successful multi-story business complex. With more footfall than residential elevators, commercial elevators need more frequent maintenance checks to monitor lubrication, inspect cables, […]
The Benefits of Regularly Inspecting Your Elevator Cables
There are nearly one million operating elevators in the United States. For the safety of all who enter them, it is vital that each elevator cable gets inspected. This will ensure proper elevator performance. Lift system inspectors must guarantee that elevator structures receive routine maintenance. This is so they can safely and reliably transport people and goods. Fortunately, catastrophic accidents in […]
Introducing Intelevator: The Future of Elevator Service Excellence!
For years, commercial property managers have had little or no choice of elevator management systems. This has led to deferred maintenance, costly repairs, and safety hazards for employees and customers. Today, we are excited to introduce Intelevator: a new elevator management system that provides state-of-the-art monitoring, reporting and maintenance programs designed specifically for your elevator. […]
How To Select Your Elevator Cab Finishes
Do you remember what the last elevator you rode on looked like? Chances are you don’t remember it unless it was an extremely unique or extravagant elevator. But the truth is elevator design does matter. The design should fit well into the style of the building as a whole and include elements that are useful to the people who […]
How To Impress Your Guests With a Flawless Elevator Ride
Everyone knows what it’s like to be stuck in a bumpy, slow elevator. Not only is a poorly performing lift annoying, but it can trigger your guests’ anxiety. You never want an elevator system that scares away your clients. At Southern Elevator, we want you to impress your guests with a smoother ride between floors. […]
If You’re Stuck in an Elevator
Stalled Elevator Lift Being stuck in a stalled elevator is no picnic. Although malfunctioning elevators are infrequent, they happen. It’s essential to properly maintain your elevator lift to avoid these situations. If you find yourself stuck in a stalled elevator, here are a few tips on what to do. Attempt the ‘Door Open” Button If […]
Upgrade Your Elevator with a Continuous Monitoring System
Elevator Monitoring Your customers use your elevator daily, yet this part of your building could receive the least attention. You likely schedule a yearly inspection to ensure that the elevator works properly. However, many problems can arise in a year. At Southern Elevator, we know that continuous monitoring can help you identify issues before they […]
How To Protect Your Elevator
Elevator Security Every aspect of your property should have the best security practices in place for their commercial elevator systems. This involves both physical and digital interfaces. Elevator access control systems rely on embedded electronics controlled by smart chips, making them vulnerable to onsite and remote hacking attacks. The safety and security of elevator access […]
Contracts 101: Your Guide to Elevator Maintenance Contracts
Understanding Your Contract There are several parts of an elevator service contract that can be confusing if you’re not familiar with them. They are set up to provide you with concrete details regarding price and what’s expected from the start and finish of the job. At Southern Elevator, we care about the reliability of your […]
