Repair and Modernisation of Elevators
In this article, we will learn about the repair and modernization of elevators. There are many factors in determining whether to upgrade an elevator.
At a certain point, no matter the elevator system will need maintenance or to be a replacement. The main advantage of repairing of elevators is that it identifying signs of wear and tear before a breakdown occurs.
Elevators interact with so many other building services and each decision can have an impact on other aspects of a facility.
Before any modernization of elevators, it must be necessary to need only qualified upgrades and service.
Modernization is defined as an “alteration” in the code. It is very necessary to evaluate your elevator.
You will check that simple repair will provide the improves operation or a complete modernization is required.
For elevators, maintenance means a routine examination. It includes greasing, cleaning, and adjustment of parts.
It also includes components or subsystems of elevators for the purpose of ensuring performance in observing with the appropriate code requirements.
Difference Between Repair and Modernization:
Repair refers to renovate or renewal of parts, or subsystems necessary to keep equipment in acceptance with applicable code requirements.
And modernization means the change of a device, component with a unit that is basically the same as the original for the purpose of ensuring performance in accordance with appropriate code demand.
Modernisation solutions extend and improve the life of an elevator by adding features like service, comfort, and safety.
Various Modernization Packages Are:
Door or Gate replacement – Conversion of non-automatic Doors into Automatic Doors.
Substitution of Control panel – Converting a single Call into Selective Collective Control.
Push Box Units replacement – 7 Digital Segment or LCD(liquid crystal display) with feather touch buttons.
Incorporation of Variable Voltage Variable Frequency Drive (VVVF) – It is done to achieve perfect leveling and jerk-free start. VVVF also saves electricity up to 45%.
Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) Addition – This is one of the modern ways. In case of power failure, this device will bring the elevator to the nearest landing. It will also open the door in case of power door.
Replacement of Cabin Assy – Wooden cabin into the Mild Steel
Replacement of Machinery Unit assembly– Other Value addition such as Invertor for Emergency Light and Alarm, Full height Light curtain, VVVF drive for a Door operator, Overload warning device etc.
These are the effective solutions of modernization. Always prefer a skilled professional to carry out any types of modernization works.
In any elevator the structural components like car sling assy, counterweight frames, filters etc. will not be worn out at any point in time.
These components need not be replaced in case of renovating. We provide the cost-effective solutions for modernization of any type of elevators.
These modernization solutions will eventually increase the lifespan of elevators.
