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5 Benefits of Smart Lifts

Smart building technology has gained increasing popularity in recent years. While attention has typically focused on smart heating and lighting systems, building owners are becoming more and more aware of the benefits offered by intelligent lifts.

This type of system can be useful in a range of building types including hotels, commercial offices, retail centres, residential properties, and more.

When a user pushes the button to alert the machine that an elevator is required, a light will direct them to the lift that will be available with them the quickest. These systems are controlled remotely and can be set to different operational modes. In addition, this technology can recognise fobs and key cards to take the user to the relevant floor.

Benefits of Smart Lifts

It is unsurprising that intelligent elevators are becoming widely adopted given the number of benefits they offer. These include:

1. Collect Data

Smart elevators use sensors to collect data which help inform decision making. They gather information regarding aspects such as busy operating times, how often a lift is used per day, and how much energy the system uses.

If any issues arise when users are inside the lift, this type of system makes it easy for users to receive help.

2. Foresee Problems Before They Arise

A highly attractive feature of smart lifts is that any operational issues can be anticipated before they become severe. Monitoring technology within these systems notify operators of any problems as they arise and easily identify their root cause. Fixing issues in their early stages proves a much more cost-effective solution and limits downtime.

3. Save Time & Money

Initial costs involved in installing this type of lift system are offset by large cost savings made over time. By gathering data about their usage, these systems can identify the frequency of each lift being used. Maintenance procedures can focus on the lifts most commonly used and more likely to experience operational problems.

By dealing with issues before they become severe, this can dramatically reduce maintenance costs and lessen the occurrence of large unexpected costs materialising.

4. Improve Reliability

As this type of system makes it easy to identify when a repair is needed, this minimises the amount of time a lift needs to be out-of-use. This is particularly important when a building’s occupants are elderly or have a disability and so rely on lift systems being in order to move throughout a building.

In addition, tests and maintenance work can be conducted during quieter times (identified through the data collected) to minimise interference with users.

5. Add Value to a Building

Adopting smart technology can increase the value of your property. In a world that is constantly seeking innovative ways to enable the smoother operation of buildings, implementing an intelligent lift system within your building can make it more attractive to potential tenants and future buyers. Higher prices can often be charged as a result.

Summary

The benefits of introducing smart lifts within your building are numerous. Not only do these lifts gather data which is used to inform decision making but initial costs are often offset by the large cost savings made over time. The early identification of any problems prevents issues from becoming severe and thereby minimises the amount of downtime required during repairs. These systems can also increase the value of a building.

If you are interested in implementing intelligent lift solutions within your building, get in touch with a member of our team today. From refurbishments to new build projects, we are experts in designing solutions that are tailored to your building’s needs.

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8. Review the accuracy and completeness of documentation produced by colleagues.

9. Uphold adherence to all Quality System protocols.

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