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NEW ELEVATORS OPEN IN NYC'S GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

Travelers using Grand Central Terminal in New York City (NYC) are being greeted by two new elevators that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) says bring a "mix of practical innovation and architectural style" to their commutes, the Pelham Daily Voice reports. The new elevators and their lobbies are part of MTA's "Way Ahead Strategic Plan," which, among other things, is designed to improve access. The elevators were designed and built in a style reminiscent of the historical design of the terminal, MTA officials said. “The paint color, trim molding and center lighting fixtures all are matched to be similar to other existing Grand Central Terminal elevators," MTA said.

Image credit: MTA

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Welcome to the Elevator World News Podcast.

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NEW ELEVATORS OPEN IN NYC'S GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

Travelers using Grand Central Terminal in New York City (NYC) are being greeted by two new elevators that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) says bring a "mix of practical innovation and architectural style" to their commutes, the Pelham Daily Voice reports. The new elevators and their lobbies are part of MTA's "Way Ahead Strategic Plan," which, among other things, is designed to improve access. The elevators were designed and built in a style reminiscent of the historical design of the terminal, MTA officials said. “The paint color, trim molding and center lighting fixtures all are matched to be similar to other existing Grand Central Terminal elevators," MTA said.

Image credit: MTA

To read the full transcript of today's podcast, visit: elevatorworld.com/news

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Welcome to the Elevator World News Podcast.

This week’s news podcast is sponsored by elevatorbooks.com: www.elevatorbooks.com

NEW ELEVATORS OPEN IN NYC'S GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

Travelers using Grand Central Terminal in New York City (NYC) are being greeted by two new elevators that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) says bring a "mix of practical innovation and architectural style" to their commutes, the Pelham Daily Voice reports. The new elevators and their lobbies are part of MTA's "Way Ahead Strategic Plan," which, among other things, is designed to improve access. The elevators were designed and built in a style reminiscent of the historical design of the terminal, MTA officials said. “The paint color, trim molding and center lighting fixtures all are matched to be similar to other existing Grand Central Terminal elevators," MTA said.

Image credit: MTA

To read the full transcript of today's podcast, visit: elevatorworld.com/news

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INTERLIFT 2019 ON PACE FOR RECORD PARTICIPATION

Interlift 2019 organizer AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH says the upcoming expo, planned for 15-18 October 2019, is shaping up to be the largest Interlift ever. More than nine months before the show, more than 400 exhibitors from 39 countries have already registered, ahead of even 2017’s pace, when a record 574 exhibitors set up booths on 44,000 m2 of occupied space, drawing 21,260 visitors to the Exhibition Centre in Augsburg, Germany. Interlift 2019 will highlight Industry 4.0 and digitalization of the manufacturing process, both through exhibitors and during lectures at the Interlift Forum. Significant participation is expected from Italian, Chinese and Korean companies. Approximately 2,000 m² of exhibition space is being reserved for these manufacturers, with half of this reserved by the Italian Anica lift association alone. In 2017, approximately 100 Italian lift companies were represented at Interlift, making Italy the largest exhibitor nation after Germany. For more information, visit website.

Image credit: Interlift/AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH

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INTERLIFT 2019 ON PACE FOR RECORD PARTICIPATION

Interlift 2019 organizer AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH says the upcoming expo, planned for 15-18 October 2019, is shaping up to be the largest Interlift ever. More than nine months before the show, more than 400 exhibitors from 39 countries have already registered, ahead of even 2017’s pace, when a record 574 exhibitors set up booths on 44,000 m2 of occupied space, drawing 21,260 visitors to the Exhibition Centre in Augsburg, Germany. Interlift 2019 will highlight Industry 4.0 and digitalization of the manufacturing process, both through exhibitors and during lectures at the Interlift Forum. Significant participation is expected from Italian, Chinese and Korean companies. Approximately 2,000 m² of exhibition space is being reserved for these manufacturers, with half of this reserved by the Italian Anica lift association alone. In 2017, approximately 100 Italian lift companies were represented at Interlift, making Italy the largest exhibitor nation after Germany. For more information, visit website.

Image credit: Interlift/AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH

To read the full transcript of today's podcast, visit: elevatorworld.com/news

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Welcome to the Elevator World News Podcast.

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INTERLIFT 2019 ON PACE FOR RECORD PARTICIPATION

Interlift 2019 organizer AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH says the upcoming expo, planned for 15-18 October 2019, is shaping up to be the largest Interlift ever. More than nine months before the show, more than 400 exhibitors from 39 countries have already registered, ahead of even 2017’s pace, when a record 574 exhibitors set up booths on 44,000 m2 of occupied space, drawing 21,260 visitors to the Exhibition Centre in Augsburg, Germany. Interlift 2019 will highlight Industry 4.0 and digitalization of the manufacturing process, both through exhibitors and during lectures at the Interlift Forum. Significant participation is expected from Italian, Chinese and Korean companies. Approximately 2,000 m² of exhibition space is being reserved for these manufacturers, with half of this reserved by the Italian Anica lift association alone. In 2017, approximately 100 Italian lift companies were represented at Interlift, making Italy the largest exhibitor nation after Germany. For more information, visit website.

Image credit: Interlift/AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH

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NYC PLANNING COMMISSION GREELIGHTS FOUR SKYSCRAPERS

The City Planning Commission in New York City (NYC) has greenlit four residential skyscrapers in the Two Bridges neighborhood, including the 1,008-ft.-tall 247 Cherry Street designed by SHoP Architects and developed by JDS Development that drew controversy for its potential impact on the neighborhood, New York YIMBY reports. Site work is imminent, with an anticipated completion by 2022. The design features a green exterior and open sections about every third of the way up that will serve as outdoor viewing spaces. Also gaining approval are 728- and 798-ft.-tall towers at 260 South Street designed by Handel Architects and developed by CIM and a 724-ft.-tall tower at 259 Clinton Street designed by Perkins Eastman and developed by Starrett. Together, the four skyscrapers will bring 3,000 new apartments to the neighborhood.

Image credit: JDS

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NYC PLANNING COMMISSION GREELIGHTS FOUR SKYSCRAPERS

The City Planning Commission in New York City (NYC) has greenlit four residential skyscrapers in the Two Bridges neighborhood, including the 1,008-ft.-tall 247 Cherry Street designed by SHoP Architects and developed by JDS Development that drew controversy for its potential impact on the neighborhood, New York YIMBY reports. Site work is imminent, with an anticipated completion by 2022. The design features a green exterior and open sections about every third of the way up that will serve as outdoor viewing spaces. Also gaining approval are 728- and 798-ft.-tall towers at 260 South Street designed by Handel Architects and developed by CIM and a 724-ft.-tall tower at 259 Clinton Street designed by Perkins Eastman and developed by Starrett. Together, the four skyscrapers will bring 3,000 new apartments to the neighborhood.

Image credit: JDS

To read the full transcript of today's podcast, visit: elevatorworld.com/news

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Welcome to the Elevator World News Podcast.

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NYC PLANNING COMMISSION GREELIGHTS FOUR SKYSCRAPERS

The City Planning Commission in New York City (NYC) has greenlit four residential skyscrapers in the Two Bridges neighborhood, including the 1,008-ft.-tall 247 Cherry Street designed by SHoP Architects and developed by JDS Development that drew controversy for its potential impact on the neighborhood, New York YIMBY reports. Site work is imminent, with an anticipated completion by 2022. The design features a green exterior and open sections about every third of the way up that will serve as outdoor viewing spaces. Also gaining approval are 728- and 798-ft.-tall towers at 260 South Street designed by Handel Architects and developed by CIM and a 724-ft.-tall tower at 259 Clinton Street designed by Perkins Eastman and developed by Starrett. Together, the four skyscrapers will bring 3,000 new apartments to the neighborhood.

Image credit: JDS

To read the full transcript of today's podcast, visit: elevatorworld.com/news

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RECORDS SHOW CHICAGO CITY HALL ELEVATOR REPAIRS GO UNDONE

In the wake of a pair of high-profile elevator entrapments in Chicago in November and December, a check of records show that City Hall elevators have repeatedly been cited for problems, CBS2 Chicago reports. According to the city’s own database, there are repeated citations since September that said the city “failed to maintain electric elevator equipment in safe and sound working condition.” The violations specifically concern cable guards in secondary areas that experts said protect workers from serious injuries. Other protective shortcomings include missing car-top handrails. One cited elevator apparently has gone unrepaired for nearly two years. A city spokesperson said City Hall elevators are safe and are undergoing modernization. Elevator consultant Richard Gregory of Vertex Industries said, “Chicago’s elevators, are in general, in good condition. It depends on the elevator maintenance company.”

Image credit: Chicago City Hall elevator By: TonyTheTiger.

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