Passenger elevators play an important role in modern buildings. Their functions go beyond just transporting people. In comparison with old traditional elevators, there are major differences in terms of smart features, smooth & silent operation. Modern features are specially designed for better performance and functionality.
When installing a new elevator or upgrading an existing one, there are specific components that enhance its structure.
Here are the components every passenger lift should have:
1. Safety Features Over and Above Standard Average Maintenance Guidelines (SAMG)
- Emergency devices and intercoms: These make it possible for active participants to communicate with building personnel or help services.
- ARD – Automatically activated emergency recovery unit: This feature is useful when there is a power failure; at that time, the elevator will take you to the nearest floor safely.
- DSAD – Door safeguarding autonomous detectors: DSAD is a sensor detector that prevents doors from closing on passengers, or if any object, cloth is stuck between the doors. It reduces the risk of accidents.
2. Noiseless and Smooth Operation
Noise Reduction Technology – Enhances comfort to users by minimising operational sound.
Modern and smart elevators must offer soundproof and smooth operation to make the user ride a premium and comfortable. The modern elevator must offer a smooth ride so that the user doesn’t even feel that the lift has moved even a little bit.
3. Control Panel
Elevator interface should be user-friendly:
- Voice announcements: These features help people to communicate with the control panel in case of any emergency.
- Digital indicators: These indicators are for users to see the floor and direction of the elevator.
4. Safety Compliance for Fire & Earthquake
- Seismic sensors: This feature detects earthquakes and stops the elevator to avoid any mishap.
- Fire-rated doors and parts: Stop fire from moving between the floors via elevator shafts.
- Emergency escape feature: So that in case of any emergency, users can connect with the control panel and get help.
5. Heat and smoke feature
This sensor detects an unusual rise in temperature or smoke in an elevator or in the lobby. The sensor sends an alert to the fire control panel. This early warning helps with faster evacuation and overall safety.
