NOVEMBER 2023CONSTRUCTIONTECHREVIEW.COM6In the ever-evolving landscape of urbanization and population growth, elevators and escalators have emerged as the unsung heroes of efficient vertical transportation within our increasingly complex urban environments. These indispensable mechanisms have not only kept us moving but have also undergone a fascinating transformation to align with the modern world's demands, emphasizing sustainability and smart technology.Elevators and escalators are no longer just functional components of our daily lives; they've become integrated solutions enriched with the power of the Internet of Things (IoT). One of the standout features in this transformation is predictive maintenance, a game-changer in the industry. By harnessing sensors and data analytics, elevators and escalators can now anticipate when they require servicing. This innovation not only minimizes downtime but also significantly bolsters reliability, ensuring they are always ready to serve. Elevators and escalators are being designed to seamlessly integrate with building management systems (BMS) for improved efficiency, security, and energy management.Green building practices are becoming more prevalent, and elevators and escalators are no exception. Manufacturers are developing energy-efficient systems that use regenerative drives, LED lighting, and other technologies to minimize power consumption, propelling the market growth. The trend aligns with the growing importance of sustainability in modern businesses. This edition of Construction Tech Review brings the latest trends and developments in modern elevators and escalators equipped with advanced features. It features thought leadership articles from Pietro Da Sacco, Engineering Manager at Doka USA, who sheds light on how keeping a fluid communication line with customers is essential in maintaining the scope of projects flowing without any issues. It also features an article from Shaun Carvalho, Chief Safety Officer at Shawmut Design and Construction, who discusses the importance of understanding job site workers and how it helps their perspective, leading to safer job sites and breaking construction's injury and fatality rate plateau. This edition features Top Elevators and Escalators Solutions Providers 2023; we hope you find the right partner to meet organizational needs. Let us know your thoughts!Michael Rosario Managing Editoreditor@constructiontechreview.comMODERN ACCESSIBILITY FOR HIGH-RISE STRUCTURESCopyright © 2023 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Editorial StaffDavid VincentFred SmithKevin DavisFredrick GallowayJames FerrerRose D. WilsonManaging EditorMichael Rosario*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffVisualizersAsher BlakeNovember - 20 - 2023, Vol 06 Issue 13 (ISSN 2832-4072) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Construction Tech ReviewVisit www.constructiontechreview.com Email:sales@constructiontechreview.comeditor@constructiontechreview.commarketing@constructiontechreview.com Ronald Donovan
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