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Aspects to Consider on Choosing an Elevator

The PRBoA (16 Nov 2006 – 23 Nov 2012) released the P.D. No. 1096 - 2004 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) - PRBoA Unofficial Version (with 2008 Annotations) on their website. Under Section 1302. Mechanical Regulations No. 5. Elevators; states that "Elevators shall be installed in all private and public buildings for public use accessible to disabled persons, pursuant to the objectives of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (Accessibility Law). " Another is "In apartments or residential condominiums of five (5) storeys or more, at least one (1) passenger elevator shall be kept on a twenty-four (24) hour constant service." Therefore, with more elevators to be installed in the buildings, choosing an elevator and provider is essential, and there are aspects to consider.

Entailing a vertical transport engineer to know the recommended elevator in your building is a significant process. The engineer will base and assess the building type and the traffic analysis, then determine the required or appropriate elevator quantity, capacity, and speed. Hence, you will know what elevator type and model is best suited for your building.

Next is the elevator provider, where it is noteworthy to consider the quality and safety of the product, the mastery of the people who will install and handle the equipment, and its after-sales service.

Elevators are used basically to transport goods, including people. Thus, the quality and safety features of the equipment are crucial. Also, professional and personnel expertise who will handle your project from sales to installation until the after-sales service is vital.

Moreover, after-sales service is fundamental in considering elevator providers as it can affect the serviceability of the elevator. Accessibility to elevator parts and efficient preventive maintenance is beneficial factors, along with an outstanding and reliable track record.

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