EWe
spend a lot of time talking to some building owners about how long their equipment
will last and when it should be replaced.
Unfortunately some building owners do not get this information from
their contractors, do not pay attention or their current contractor does not
let them know about the longevity of their existing equipment.
When
we have a problem building it typically runs in a cycle.
- Significant issue/event
that effects reliability
o Elevator down time 1-2
days
o Resolution
o Clean run time of 3 to
4 months
- Significant issue/event
o Elevator down time 2-3
days
o Resolution
o Clean run time of 2 to 3
months
- Significant issue/event
o Elevator down time 4-5
days
o Resolution
o Clean run time of 1 to 2
months
I
hope you see a pattern. We begin seeing the
earmarks of a control system breaking down and our resolution time being longer
than the previous times and our duration of clean run time is less in between. Catch the pattern early enough so you do not
put your building in a precarious position.
If
your elevator system is beginning to show a pattern that includes your time
between significant failures is decreasing and your clean run time is
decreasing. You are past the discovery
stage of planning and should be taking action to replace the equipment.
[This equipment is 22 years old but not supported by OEM]
How long should my
elevator equipment last? – Todays elevator equipment should give you good operation
for 15-20 years depending on environment & usage. If your equipment is reaching or past 15-20
years have your elevator contract let you know their thoughts on how long it
should last and what are the expections on reliability.
[Fewer and fewer people know how to fix controllers like these]
What if I don’t like
what my elevator contractor is telling me? – I have many conversations with
building owners that do not like being told they need to plan for equipment
replacement. I can speak from the
company I work for. We do not want to
spend 3 days trying to repair your elevator either. If you don’t like what you are hearing from
your current elevator contractor get a second opinion or find someone who has
the domain knowledge on obsolete Westinghouse equipment that uses tooth picks
and crazy glue to keep the elevator running.
But! Be aware of your obligation as a building owner to be responsible
and accountable for the conveyance users safety.
[Finger prints here tell me there has been a problem before]
How long does it take
to get replacement equipment? I’m glad you
asked. Everything elevator related typically
takes 4-8 weeks for engineering and delivery.
This is not like the hot water heater you can pick up from Home Depot
the same day. Planning is very
important. Be responsible, plan ahead.
If
you have any questions or would like additional information feel free to
contact me at CraigZ@colleyelevator.com or
630-766-7230 ext. 107.
Also
check us out on Instagram @Colleyelevator see what we have been up to.
Very useful information. Thanks for sharing.
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