How COVID-19 Changed Aging in Place Perspectives
Renewed Focus on Home What a difference a year makes. 2020 changed our “focus’ on how we live and work at home in unprecedented ways. It forced us to adapt our everyday lifestyles and opened our eyes to aging in place – to reconsider how and where we want to live in the future. One […]
Elevator Market , Global Growth To Exceed $130 Billion
According to a new market research report from Global Market Insights, Inc, the global elevator market share size is likely to surpass USD 130 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 4%. These include elevators for different types of commercial and residential settings, including low- and mid-rise buildings. The report highlights the key industry trends […]
How Much Space Is Needed for a Residential Elevator?
A residential elevator helps you maneuver between the floors of your home without having to navigate a stairway or ramp. These home transport systems improve vertical mobility in the home and can help seniors or disabled individuals maintain their independence. The space you need for a residential elevator depends on how many levels you […]
7 Things to Consider When Adding an Elevator to Your Home
Viewed as a luxury item for years, only recently has the home elevator become an option in today’s market, as more buyers and builders are incorporating them into their plans. Residential home elevators have been around since the late 1800s, but until recently, they have been a privilege of the rich and famous. Innovations in […]
Mobility Equipment, Elevator Safety Tips
Since their first introduction in the 1850s, mobility equipment, specifically elevators, has transformed the lives of millions of people around the world. Reports suggest that there are about 700,000 elevators installed in the United States. This signifies the relevance of accessibility devices and how they improve the mobility and independence of people. Safety and functionality […]
Stairlift Industry to Experience Steady Growth, Says Study
The medical products industry in the United States has witnessed rapid growth from 2009-2014 with increased demand for all types of accessibility products. According to a recent report, an IbisWorld study predicts that industry revenue is expected to grow 7.2% per year on average from its 2009 recessionary low, to reach $79.7 million in 2014. […]
Wurtec Paramount Hydraulic Elevator- A Perfect Blend of Functionality and Style
Leading manufacturers offer quality elevators to meet the ever-increasing need for safe and efficient accessibility systems in residential settings. Wurtec’s Paramount Hydraulic elevator blends functionality, safety, and style, making it an ideal choice for multilevel homes in Long Island, New York, and New Jersey. This elevator has a total weight capacity of 950 lbs and […]
PFlow Mechanical Vertical Lifts For Safe, High-Speed Material Lifting
Transporting or moving products and supplies from one level to another can be a challenge in commercial environments. Material lifts provide an easy and safe way to transport or move products and supplies in factories, warehouses, institutions and industrial areas. Reputable mobility equipment manufacturers based in New York offer different types of materials lifts from […]
Smart Elevator Technology Eliminates Unnecessary Stops
When you board an elevator along with other people, you press a button to take you to your destination. However, it would stop at almost every single floor on the way as other people need to get off, which means that it would take a long time to reach your floor. Conventional accessibility systems that […]
State of Hawaii Revamping Elevator Inspection Standards
For any type of accessibility device, regular inspection and maintenance is crucial for the proper functioning. Elevator inspection services ensure that the device meets the safety rules and whether the equipment installed complies with prescribed design parameters. According to a recent report published in the Hawaii Tribune-Herald, the State’s Department of Labor and Industrial Relations […]
