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European lift industry gets ready for LIFTEX 2019

Now in its 31st year, LIFTEX 2019 will once again be the meeting place for the European lift industry. Organised by the Lift and Escalator Industry Association (LEIA), the event takes place only once every three years. This year, it runs from 15-16 May 2019 at London’s ExCeL.

Building on the success of what was consider an outstanding 2016 event, 2019 is shaping up to be even better. LIFTEX Show Director Oliver Greening explains, “LIFTEX 2019 really has been three years in the making. We have more European and international exhibitors than ever before and have created a dynamic business environment for the industry. With uncertainty and changes in standards ahead — plus ongoing challenges with modernisation — our free seminar programme will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need.”

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Free Seminar Programme

Running alongside the exhibition is the free seminar programme, offering the latest guidance and advice on hot industry topics. Sessions include:

The future development of British, European and International standards in our industry

With work on several British standards, a raft of updates and revisions scheduled for several standards in the EN 81 family, and progress toward a global International standard, this session will signpost the key changes and their implications for the lift industry in Europe and beyond.

Speaker: Ian Jones, Codes Director - EMEA, OTIS, Chairman, MHE/4, BSI Committee for Lifts, Hoists and Escalators and Chairman, LEIA Quality & Technical Committee

Lifts for Evacuation Use: Key considerations for building design and modernisation planning

Evacuation of people with disability or impaired mobility should now be at the forefront of building design and modernisation planning. In this session, the use of lifts for evacuation and the relevant guidance will be explored.

Speaker: Matt Ryan, Associate Director, The Fire Surgery Limited

Analogue to fibre: Understanding the options for lift emergency-communication phones

Regulations require that emergency-communication devices be available for passengers to call for help in the event they become trapped in a lift. Traditionally, this requirement has been met with the use of fixed landlines as the means of transmission for lift emergency calls. However, BT have already begun to transition to a fibre-digital network with the target of an all-digital network by 2025. In this session, the significant implications of this change will be discussed and the options available will be outlined.

Speaker: Matt Davies, Market Insight and Innovation Manager-Americas & EIMEA Avire, and Member, European Lift Association Tele-Alarms Working Group

Revision of BS EN 81-80: Improving the safety of existing lifts

The new BS EN 81-80:2019 reflects the changes in BS EN 81-20 and experience gained with the original 2003 standard. This session outlines the key changes and the principles of how to apply this crucial standard.

Speaker: Dave Searle, National Technical Manager, KONE, Member, LEIA Quality & Technical Committee Member MHE/4, BSI Committee for Lifts, Hoists and Escalators and BSI delegate at CEN TC10 WG1 and WG10.

What’s in store at LIFTEX 2019?

On the show floor LIFTEX is designed to provide a showcase of the latest

products and services from across the industry. Over 100 exhibitors from UK and Europe will be in attendance over the two days.

Highlights include:

♦ A & A (stand C34) will be promoting the business changes following its acquisition by Dewhurst Plc in June 2018. The team will be on hand to demonstrate cost-effective products from the world’s leading manufacturers.

♦ Family-run Bullet Lift Services (G36) will be promoting its maintenance and repairs services along with its training division.

♦ Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, Digital Advanced Control (B30) will be demonstrating lift controllers including traction, hydraulic in hard-wired and plug-and-play format, lift positioning systems, lift indicators TFT & dot matrix, lift ancillary equipment, including CTCs, halfway boxes, COPs & LOPs, load monitoring and lift remote monitoring.

♦ Drucegrove (F54) will be demonstrating its DragonFly™ & FireFly™ range of TFT screens, the associated DragonFly Designer Software and DragonFly Remote Configuration Software and family of 2Wire products (including Digitalker® Speech Unit, BigVoice™ Intercom and Equator® Rope Tension Gauge).

♦ Gartec Lifts (D56) will be exhibiting the 7000 platform lift, ideal for passengers, light goods (up to 500kg) and internal or external placement.

♦ Celebrating its 20th anniversary, GLE (Spain) (C10) provides lift packages ranging from small home lifts to high-capacity car and lorry lifts. It specialises in lift packages for the UK market, and can design lifts for all installations.

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♦ Global Lift Equipment (C30) is inviting visitors to see the very latest technology available across the range of its flagship products from the industry leaders including FERMATOR doors, MONTANARI geared machines, SICOR gearless machines and more.

♦ On stand E24, Hydratec Lifts will be demonstrating its range of hydraulic services, energy-efficient hydraulic valve kits and options, Hydratec Smart: Smart, EcoSmart and EcoSmart+ with new options, plus its full modernisation service.

♦ International Lift Equipment Ltd (D24) will display a combination of traditional industry standard products and unveil its new ideas and designs, showcasing the new ILE MRL. The Trent was released last year and is selling strongly in both the public and private sector. The ILE Trent MRL comes with GAL or Prisma doors, and is built to last.

♦ Specialising in the manufacture of bespoke metal shafts, Indastria (G40) will be showcasing its range of structures, with a special focus on high-end projects.

♦ Celebrating its 40th birthday, Jackson Lift Group (C14) has been involved with LIFTEX since its inception. It will be promoting its maintenance, repair, upgrade and modernisation services, together with its supply and installation service of bespoke new lifts and escalators.

♦ Lester Controls (E20) will be welcoming both existing and new customers to join them as friends and experience some of its renowned hospitality. Apart from its current range of controllers, it will also be focusing on OEM replacement control solutions and a range of ancillary items that include a new TFT display, push buttons and Click and Connect lift shaft wiring.

♦ The team from NDC will be on stand F36 to discuss elevator drive repair and refurbishment needs. It covers all OEM makes and models and offers a unique Service Exchange stock for many drives offering off-the-shelf availability. It will also be demonstrating some of its latest test-rig equipment.

♦ Attending LIFTEX for the first time is lift manufacturer Metron (D64), based in Greece. The team will be on hand to discuss its complete range of fully customised lift solutions, currently sold in 45 countries worldwide.

♦ PRNS Building Services will be showcasing the company’s full building service offerings alongside examples of its work on stand G54.

♦ Sassi Lift Systems (E30) will be promoting its partnership with OCTE (France) to supply a mechanical lift package specifically designed for the UK market, with the option of including a UK-manufactured control system. It will also be exhibiting its market-leading range of geared and gearless machines.

♦ Terry Group (C20) will be showing its range of fixed and portable wheelchair lifts, and the team will be on hand to discuss through-floor homelifts and commercial lifts.

♦ Offering lift control and lift monitoring systems for almost 50 years, Thames Valley Controls (C50) will be demonstrating its Ethos 2, Navigator, CMS Anywhere and emFONE autodiallers – developed through user feedback and innovation.

“It’s shaping up to be another great event” concludes Greening. “In addition, we are thrilled that the European Lift Association (ELA) has chosen to hold its General Assembly and Annual Conference in London just before LIFTEX from 13-14 May. It will certainly be a productive and focused week for the lift industry. We would urge you to be a part of it.”

Registration is free at www.liftex2019.com. Follow the show on Twitter @LiftexShow or LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/liftex-2019


LIFTEX 2019…are you going to be there?

“This year’s LIFTEX is gearing up to be the best yet”, said Oliver Greening, LIFTEX event director. “There is such a buzz around the show from the industry that we have been adding new stands to the floorplan to keep up with the demand. Visitor registration is looking good, and there is a lot of chatter about the show across social media.” Taking place on May 15-16 at ExCeL in London, LIFTEX has more exhibitors than ever before, with 30 attending for the first time. International exhibitors are coming from 18 different countries, and there will be thousands of innovative products on show, some of which have never been seen before at a U.K. event.


There will also be more seminars than ever — eight free sessions this year. Starting at 11:30 each day and running concurrently, they include:

Dave Searle, LEIA Quality & Technical Committee member, addressing the neww BS EN 81-80: 2019, which has significant changes from the original 2003 standard: the session will outline the key changes and refresh the guidance for specifiers on how they should apply this crucial standard to prioritising safety improvements as part of a lift modernisation.

John McSweeney, director, Terry Lifts, and LEIA Personal Lift Group Committee member, focusing on the important considerations when specifying vertical lifting equipment for the home: this includes essential factors to be aware of when advising clients.

Len Halsey, Canary Wharf Contractors, and CIBSE Lifts Group chairman, looking at goods lifts and the secret life of buildings, another first for the show: moving materials in and out of buildings is critical to their operation, but we need to keep this vital provision in mind. This session will highlight key considerations in planning and managing the use of lifts to move goods around buildings.

Matt Ryan, associate director at The Fire Surgery Ltd. on fire safety and its importance in building design: evacuation of people with disability or impaired mobility should now be at the forefront of building design and modernisation planning. The use of lifts for evacuation and the relevant guidance will be explored. The programme will end with a panel discussion and question-and-answer session.

Dave Cooper, managing director, LECS UK, will begin the next day of sessions by talking about escalators and the issues for duty holders, including maintenance, examination and guidance on modernisation: many of the thousands of accidents on escalators every year result in criminal or, more often, civil claims against the owner of

the escalator. There is, of course, an onus of duty of care on escalator owners to ensure their equipment is appropriately specified, properly maintained and adequately examined. However, owners often fall foul of this because of insufficient documentary evidence clearly demonstrating it has fulfilled its duty. This seminar will seek to address these issues and offer a clear understanding of what the responsibilities are.

Matthew Davies, market insight and innovation manager — Americas and EIMEA, Avire, and European Lift Association Tele-Alarms Working Group member, updating visitors on the switch from analogue to fibre for

lift emergency communication phones: this follows Ofcom’s recent review, which

included a request for the promotion of fibre-to-the-

premises investment and support. Davies will explore

the options available to comply with these upcoming changes.

Nick Mellor, LEIA managing director, again joining the lineup to provide guidance in “a survival guide for lift

managers and duty holders” by highlighting their legal

obligations and sources of guidance and support in meeting

their duties.Ian Jones, chairman of BSI’s MHE/4

Committee for Lifts, Hoists and Escalators and the LEIA Quality & Technical Committee, rounding

off the programme, by focusing on the future development of British, European and international standards in the industry: with work on a number of British standards, a raft of updates and revisions scheduled for several standards in the EN 81 family and progress toward a global International standard, the session will signpost the key changes and their implications for the lift industry in Europe and beyond.

Register for free at www.liftex2019.com.

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Exhibitors, A-Z

With record levels of exhibitors to meet and thousands of innovative products on show, here’s a lowdown of who’s who:

A & A ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED | Stand C34 https://www.aa-electrical.com For over 35 years A&A Electrical has provided a one stop shop for lift and electrical products throughout the UK and overseas. We research, source and stock cost effective products from the world’s leading manufacturers and provide them to our customers affordably, efficiently and right first time. At A&A we put our customer first.

AKE ELEVATORS, ESCALATORS AND DISABILITY PLATFORMS | Stand A14

ALGI | Stand E40 http://www.algi-hydraulic.de

ALIMAK | Stand D54http://alimak.co.uk Alimak is a global market leader and pioneer in the design and manufacture of rack and pinion vertical access solutions. The company provides high quality elevators, construction hoists and work platforms primarily for the industrial and construction sectors.

ARD LIFT COMPANY | Stand B12

ARMSTRONG | Stand G64 https://www.liftceilings.com/ Armstrong, the global leader in suspended ceilings brings its design expertise to the lift market. Our range of lift ceilings offers a wide variety of materials, colours and shapes that can create a lift interior that improves the feeling of well-being and act as a design statement, all whilst offering the function required of a modern building.

ATWELL INTERNATIONAL | Stand F64http://atwellinternational.com/ We pride ourselves on our technical support and customer service and are proud to acknowledge a well-established customer base of multi-national and

independent lift companies who return to us time and time again. Our mission remains to provide the ultimate safety products and support to the lift industry.

BEIJING KEYUANLONG TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD | Stand G12 http://www.keyuanlong.com.cn For over 25 years, Beijing Keyuanlong Technology Co., Ltd. (KYL) have been the leading supplier of comprehensive Elevator Communication System Solutions. We design, manufacture and sell a wide range of high quality products covering EN 81-28:2018 compliant elevator phone systems, access control, intelligent connected panel and elevator monitor system. We are also committed to providing highly customised solution to meet our customers’ individual requirements.

BEW ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS LTD | Stand B64 https://www.bewdirect.co.uk/ BEW Electrical Distributors offer high quality products from some of the leading brands within the lift industry to contractors throughout the UK. Our aim is to offer something different to our customers, to make every experience as unique as possible.

BIOFIAL HYDRAULICS (BIOFIAL S.A.) | Stand C42http://biofial.gr BIOFIAL is a well-organised hydraulic lift system Industry. It’s the first and only company in the field of hydraulic products in Greece. Founded in 1973, it began its activity with the production of hydraulic cylinders and later extended into the production of quality hydraulic products for elevators. More than 80% of its production is exported in more than 50 countries universally. It is certified with ISO 9001 from 1998 & is awarded with the bronze award in the Greek Export Awards of 2015.

BLAIN HYDRAULICS GMBH | Stand E36https://www.blain.de Blain Hydraulics has specialised in flow control valves for well over four decades. We are the largest supplier of elevator valves with a large global footprint. At Blain, safety, reliability and quality of our products are of utmost importance. With product support in multiple languages and across different time zones, over 75 countries worldwide endorse us as a leading supplier of valves and key elevator components. Flow control is in our DNA, we don’t just manufacture a valve, we engineer it.

BOREL LIFT | Stand E12 http://www.borel-lift.com Borel lift is a professional lift manufacturer with an extensive range of non-standard, bespoke lift and tailor-made solutions. They offer exclusive designs and finishes, heavy duty solutions for goods and passenger transportation; all fully compliant with existing lift regulations and directives. Borel Lift means high quality, flexibility, fast service and delivery on time.

BRUGG LIFTING - GLOBAL ELEVATOR COMPONENTS LTD | Stand E14 https://www.brugglifting.comAs a supplier of high-performance elevator ropes throughout the world, Brugg Lifting provides for the safe passenger and goods transport – even in large lifting heights. Long service life, smooth running and high quality are the features of the Swiss company’s products and the standards for the product development and optimisation. As a result, customers are provided on time with tested complete solutions, components personally assembled and customised solutions.

BSI MHE/4 COMMITTEE FOR LIFTS & ESCALATORS | Stand B70

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BUCHER HYDRAULIC AG | Stand D20

BULLET LIFTS | Stand G36 http://www.bulletlifts.com/ We are the Midland’s leading family run, independent lift engineering company, providing our customers with bespoke lift services specific to their requirements. We pride ourselves in delivering a professional, quality service centred around excellent customer service. We apply the same high levels of professionalism, attention to detail, personalised customer service and honesty to all our customers regardless of their size.

C E ELECTRONICS LTD | Stand E2 http://www.ceelectronics.co.uk CE Electronics are world leaders, supplying indicators and fixtures for modernisation and new lift installations. We have full lines of position indicators - from the latest impressive touch screens, through our excellent Elite Advanced and Mini TFT ranges, to the regular 16 Segment and Dot Matrix displays - plus compliant DDA/ADA products, security and access systems. Also offer customised Vintage Sweep and Multilight Displays and bespoke products. Most controllers supported and we are the Indicator Specialist.

CMC SNC | Stand G30 http://www.cmcparklift.com Our company has worked in parking and elevation car systems for more than 30 years. Our experience, along with our professionality and projects care, make us one of the leading companies in the sector. Our industry experts can find and recommend the best solution for your parking problems.

CMM | Stand B62 http://www.cmmelevators.com/ CMM brand is a historic Italian specialist in the production of components & units, both hydraulic & traction. The current production structure was established in 1987. The most modern technologies and high-precision machinery allow us to design/produce a competitive range of products that includes new and interesting

models of Automatic Doors suitable for refurbishment of existing lifts, LIFT ME solutions with gearless motor and HOME LIFTS. CMM: Let yourself be lifted by people you trust.

COBIANCHI LIFTTEILE AG | Stand B10

COMMEND UK | Stand F22 http://www.commend.co.uk Commend is the world leader in integrated audio solutions. Our flexible cutting edge Virtual & IP technology provides enhanced security and safety to people around the globe. More than 250,000 Commend systems have already been installed worldwide. Our solutions are EN62820 (Advanced Building Intercom) compliant and can seamlessly integrate to the existing security infrastructure. All our systems are flexible and expandable to adapt to today’s rapidly evolving environment.

CONTROL TECHNIQUES | Stand F60

CTV LIFTS | Stand C44

DENIS RAWLINS LTD | Stand F2https://www.rawlins.co.uk/Denis Rawlins Ltd are a supplier of innovative cleaning solutions which provide a scientifically-proven, hygienic clean, and great return on investment. With 50 years’ worth of experience in the cleaning industry, we are now redefining ROI from ‘Return on Investment’, to ‘Return on Innovation’ – investing smarter for a better clean. Come and see how we can save you money, as well as give you better, repeatable results.

DEWHURST UK | Stand C60 https://www.dewhurst.co.uk Dewhurst UK supply pushbutton, indicators and signalisation products to the UK lift industry. Our core pushbutton product is the Compact 3 which is used in thousands of installations across the country. The extra-large ‘Jumbo’ pushbutton is used in airports, railway stations and hospitals worldwide. At our facility in Feltham we have all the plant and machinery required to build all your

signalisation needs, full height COPs as well as LIPs and LOPs. Founded in 1919, we celebrate 100 years.

DIGITAL ADVANCED CONTROL | Stand B30https://www.digital-advanced-control.co.uk Digital Advanced Control, (DAC) is a Leading UK Lift Controller Manufacturer. We offer a range of quality lift Control systems and ancillary equipment for all types of elevators. We have supplied our high-performance products to a wide range of clients including Universities, Government buildings, Office blocks, Residential buildings and Local Authorities. As part of our Quality commitment we offer an un rivalled and Industry leading 5-year guarantee on all our manufactured boards.

DMC ELEVATION LTD | Stand G26

DRUCEGROVE | Stand F54 http://www.drucegrove.com Drucegrove have designed and manufactured products for the lift industry in the UK since 1983, from position indicators and multimedia displays, to speech announcers and intercoms. We strive to bring our products to market with a creative flair that is impossible to nurture in larger organisations.

EARLSWOOD | Stand D50

EASTWOOD PARK TRAINING | Stand B78http://www.eastwoodparktraining.co.uk/ Eastwood Park Training is a leading provider of specialist accredited technical training for engineers and estates and FM teams. Its lift training includes maintenance and safety, managing contractors and the safe release of trapped passengers, as well as courses for the Competent and Authorised Person. Learners benefit from a blend of theory and practice in a 3-storey lift maintenance tower, enabling realistic fault-finding exercises. Training can also be delivered at your premises.

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ELECTROTECH | Stand B22 http://www.electrotechweb.com Centrally located specialists in the repair and exchange of Lift Drives, Door Controller PCBs, CPUs and related electronics. We understand the urgency and can often complete repairs within 24-48 hrs. To verify successful repair, we have bespoke test rigs for Kone, Control Techniques, Omron, Yaskawa, Fuju Frenic, Otis and new for LIFTEX 2019 two newly installed Schindler Variodyn rigs. Same day exchange is available on many lines. We repair door controllers and have stock of Elex Italia Aurex PCBs.

ELEVATED ENGINEERING SERVICES | Stand F4http://eeslimited.co.uk/Elevated Engineering Services Ltd started trading in October 2009 to provide a high quality, professional and personal service in all areas of Electric Motor, Gearbox and Pump repairs/supply in and around the Northern Counties of England. Our client base now includes all of the major Blue Chip Lift companies both locally and nationally.

ELEVATOR WORLD UK | Stand A20https://elevatorworlduk.com ELEVATOR WORLD UK (EWUK), formerly Elevation, is a quarterly publication published by Elevator World, Inc. that is solely focused on the U.K. lift industry. EWUK is available in print, as a web-based digital edition and through the Elevator World app on Apple and Google Play stores. Collectively, EWUK has a readership of 3,500 industry professionals within the U.K. and surrounding regions. A free monthly email newsletter and website are available to keep the local industry up-to-date and informed.

EMMEGI UK | Stand D60 http://emmegi.co.uk EMMEGI have been manufacturing heat exchangers for the industrial & mobile market for 40 years. Emmegi have been in the UK for just over 10 years, continually expanding through sales & marketing &

technically supporting the excellent line of high quality, high durability & highly efficient range of air blast hydraulic oil coolers. Here we carry vast stocks of both inline & offline cooling units, along with being able to offer extremely competitive prices.

ERGOLIFT | Stand B11

ESM SOFTWARE LTD | Stand G26

ETNA FRANCE (ETNALIFT) | Stand A56 https://www.etnalift.com/en/ ETNALIFT is the international brand dedicated to the export of our Etna France home lifts: we are the first French lifting devices manufacturer. For more than 30 years, our French family brand, born in Normandy from the ingenuity of two brothers, Rémi and Vincent Bronze, designs, manufactures and installs, for communities and individuals, “vertical mobility” expert equipment (elevators, homelifts and lifts for people with reduced mobility).

EUROBOND ADHESIVES LIMITED | Stand C2 https://eurobond-adhesives.co.uk/ Suppliers for high performance structural adhesives and adhesive tapes. Our range of Penloc, 2-part fast curing structural adhesives will bond most materials in just 5 minutes eliminating the need for welding, mechanical fixings, rivets, screws, bolts etc. Bond decorative metals for door skinning or lift entrances. Use our range of Eurobond structural acrylic tapes for bonding many dissimilar materials and our flexible range of adhesives. Visit us on Stand C2 right by the entrance.

EVANS TURNER | Stand C40 http://www.evans-turner.com/ Evans Turner (Finishes) Ltd is one of the leading suppliers of high quality architectural finishes to the Lift & Escalator Industry in the UK and Internationally. With over 80 years of expertise in bespoke metal fabrication,

Evans Turner have a tradition of designing, fabricating and installing products that elevate quality and stand the test of time.

FIELDBOSS | Stand E33 https://fieldboss.com/ FIELDBOSS is an end-to-end elevator contractor management software built for the Microsoft Cloud and within Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Dynamics GP. FIELDBOSS empowers organisations to connect to their customers, field staff and elevators, automate business processes and cut down the paperwork and inefficient operations in the back office and the field. Capabilities include: managing repairs, service agreements, modernisations, construction, inspections, scheduling & dispatch, mobile, MCPs & more.

FUJI ELECTRIC EUROPE GMBH | Stand D2https://www.fujielectric-europe.com/en/drives_automation Fuji Electric is one of the global industrial electric manufacturers from Japan with a core competence in electric energy technology. Fuji Electric’s Drives & Automation approaches the UK market with innovative and environmentally responsible products and solutions. We manufacture and deliver high performance low voltage inverters and specialised HMI products that offer automatically controlled motor operation and speed for a wide variety of AC drive applications, especially of the lift market.

GANSER LIFTSYSTEME | Stand A50https://www.ganserlifte.at/ Innovate Lifts and Ganser Liftsysteme supply a comprehensive range of access lifts and platform lifts, all fully installed to the highest standards of safety and without compromising on performance.

GARAN ELEVATOR LOAD WEIGHING SYSTEMS | Stand A38 http://www.garan.co.uk The EWS 102 Control Unit designed by Garan and manufactured in the UK, provides a simple yet powerful range of

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elevator load weighing options. The EWS 102 works with a variety of sensors including rope, beam, cabin, pressure and proximity, helping to simplifying selection. Installation, setup and calibration have been devised to be as straightforward as possible and in addition, we offer UK based support and we are quite happy to liaise with your onsite engineers directly.

GARTEC | Stand D56 https://www.gartec.com/ Proudly celebrating 25 years in the industry in 2019, Gartec are the UK’s leading supplier and installer of platform lifts. We pride ourselves on high quality, flexible design and turnkey service to make access simple. Our key ‘7000’ screw and nut drive lift is versatile, offering internal or external installation, and passenger or light goods use. Combining contemporary design and exceptional engineering, Gartec provide everything from site visits and drawings to installation and maintenance.

GIOVENZANA INTERNATIONAL B.V. | Stand D30 http://www.giovenzana.com/ Giovenzana is a reality with over 60 years of history. Today it’s a point of reference for: handling system, automation, lift, Atex, maintenance and control of mobile users. Giovenzana is a company certified UNI EN ISO 9001: 2015 and UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 as it is attentive to the logic of sustainable development for the protection of the environment within its production processes.

GLADIATOR LIFT SYSTEMS | Stand E60

GLE (SPAIN) | Stand C10 https://gle-lifts.com/ Global Lift Equipment is a Spanish company focused on the design, manufacture and supply of complete lift packages, bespoke lift packages, service lifts, car lifts, platform home lifts and spare parts for elevators. It is dedicated to providing products of the highest quality

whilst also providing unbeatable customer and after sales service.

GLOBAL LIFT EQUIPMENT LTD | Stand C30 http://www.global-lift.com A warm welcome awaits from the Global Team. We are UK Industry Leaders in providing solutions for modernisation. We will be taking centre stage, showcasing our latest innovation and expertise through our latest range: FERMATOR Door Systems -Robusta, Sovereign, Scenic & Novus Mod Range | Sicor Gearless | Energy Recovery Green Gem | Home Lift Controllers from Carlos Silva| Montanari Geared Machines | New Exclusive DMG Fixtures and more! We look forward to seeing you.

GLOBAL SPARES AT KONE | Stand G50https://parts.kone.com/ In need of elevator, escalator or building door spare parts? The largest multi-brand selection of original spare parts available online 24/7 with automated shipping. KONE Global Spares offers you an easy way to purchase all of your spares from one source online. 200 000 spare parts in offering with 50, 000 ready for instant delivery. Our dedicated sales team is ready to help you with any needs from identification support to personalised solutions. Sign up for a free account at parts.kone.com

GRAVOGRAPH | Stand B66 https://www.gravograph.co.uk/ Gravograph has been the global reference in the mechanical engraving and laser industry for over 75 years. Our expertise as a leader allows us to develop engraving and mechanical and laser cutting machines, accessories, software, engraving materials and to offer training, advice and technical support. Thanks to systematic research into the best technology, Gravograph equipment is synonymous with manufacturing quality, ease and speed of use.

HIDRAL UK | Stand F40 https://www.hidral.com

Hidral is an exclusive lift and platform manufacturer for lift professionals. These are customers demanding the highest safety and quality. As a result of this policy, Hidral UK based in West London is establishing a firm positioning within the UK market, specialising in big lifts: car lifts, goods lifts with attendants, service lifts, standard lifts up to a range of 10 ton and special lifts up 50 tons. After sales support and technical sales are all available in the UK.

HORSLER LIFT SERVICES | Stand D40https://www.horslerliftservices.co.uk/ Horsler Lift Services provides a complete range of engineering and support services to the lift industry. Drawing on over a decade of practical experience in the industry, we understand the needs of lift businesses and their customers. We undertake installation, maintenance, repair, refurbishment and upgrades. We can also provide expert advice on specification and hydraulic lift technology as well as inspections and reports.

HYDRATEC LIFT SERVICES | Stand E24https://www.hydratec-lifts.co.uk/ For the past 25 years, Hydratec has been providing reliable specialist repair and modernisation subcontractor services to the UK lift industry. We now have over 200 Hydratec Smart hydraulic modernisation solutions in service along with various manufacturers control and valve options to meet customer requirements. As a result of ongoing customer requests, Hydratec are now, in addition to our repair and spares business, providing full supply and fit modernisation solutions for hydraulic lifts.

HYDRONIC LIFT S. P.A | Stand E34https://www.hydroniclift.it Hydronic Lift S.p.A is an Italian company that designs, produces and tests hydraulic components and safety components for both hydraulic lifts and traction lifts. For more than 20 years Hydronic has been serving customers worldwide, from small /medium local realities to the major, multinational companies. Hydronic Lift

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has been examined by several certification bodies resulting in a large number of international certificates.

HYDROWARE | Stand C26 https://www.hydroware.co.uk Hydroware Group celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2018, supplying a unique integrated drive and control solution for hydraulic lifts for both new and modernisation with the centre piece of the product on their patented servo-valve. It continues to invest 15% of the workforce in research and development with new generation products to be launched in 2019/20. The HydroElite product provides unrivalled direct to floor approach hydraulic lift solutions guaranteed function perfectly and easy to use.

IGV GROUP SPA | Stand B34 http://www.igvlift.com Founded by engineer Giuseppe Volpe in 1966, IGV Group is a leading company in the design and manufacturing of DomusLift lifting platforms and lifts with reduced pit and headroom. For more than 50 years, IGV has been designing and manufacturing thousands of solutions for the vertical mobility, becoming a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of customised products.

IMEM LIFTS | Stand F30 https://imem.com/en/ IMEM Lifts is one of Europe’s leading lift manufacturers with a well-established reputation for quality and reliability. We occupy a particularly competitive position in the lift market as we are one of the few fully independent lift companies on the entire continent able to offer an almost limitless range of lifts and components including lifts with or without a machine room in an enormous range of sizes and configurations, hydraulic lifts, goods- lifts, home lifts, bespoke lifts, and much more.

INDASTRIA SRL | Stand G40http://www.indastriasrl.it/en/ Indastria specialises in the design and production of bespoke metal structures for

lifts. We have a young team of designers that are able to draw a structure tailor-made for our customer needs that combines functional and aesthetics. Our average lead time for standard shafts? 4 weeks. Come and meet us!

INTERNATIONAL LIFT EQUIPMENT LTD | Stand D24 http://www.ileweb.com ILE are a leading manufacturer and supplier of complete lift packages, lift components and peripheral devices to the UK lift industry. Whether you are installing a new lift, refurbishing an existing lift or simply repairing a broken-down lift, ILE have a range of high quality solutions for you. With full technical support on both our mechanical and electrical range ILE offers a complete service from design to installation.

J & L ELEVATOR COMPONENTS | Stand E50https://www.jandlelevatorcomponents.com/ J&L Elevator Components Ltd are a leading supplier of high quality lift equipment for use in the modernisation of existing lifts and in new lift design. We are the UK agents for some of the world’s most recognised brand names such as LiftEquip, SCHAEFER, Cobianchi, Hans Jungblut, Switch and MGTI.

JACKSON LIFT GROUP | Stand C14https://www.jacksonlifts.com/ In 2019, we are celebrating 40 years of keeping our customers moving. Jackson are the largest family owned, independent lift, escalator and cradle maintenance company in the UK today, an accomplishment that is only possible with the absolute commitment of our staff to meet our customer’s requirements. Our 500+ strong team offer a one stop shop for maintenance, repair, upgrade and modernisation of any lift, escalator or cradle together with new lift, escalator and moving walkway installations.

JOHANN SCHUM AUFZUGTECHNIK

GMBH | Stand A26 https://www.schum-aufzugtechnik.de/ Johann Schum Aufzugtechnik GmbH is a medium size enterprise located near Munich, Bavaria, specialising in the engineering and marketing of complete standard and bespoke lifts, targeting demanding installation companies and offering a decades-long experience in the business thanks to highly qualified personnel and top-quality components.

KAPOK 88 | Stand E10 https://www.kapok88.com/ KAPOK 88 celebrated 30 successful years in business in 2018, and has evolved into Europe’s No.1 elevator interior protection company manufacturing padded protective drapes with ‘bashability’. Our custom made & modular drapes are tried and tested throughout the world, typically used in elevators, stairwells and hallways where large or bulky items are being transported. Virtually effortless to install, they prevent costly damage to interior walls, and can be used time & time again.

KEEN OCEAN INDUSTRIAL LTD | Stand G14

KLEEMANN S.A. | Stand D34 https://kleemannlifts.com KLEEMANN has been exporting to the UK for over 20 years, establishing KLEEMANN Lifts UK in 2011 to support the rapid expansion of the UK customer network. KLEEMANN Lifts UK is defined by its philosophy of working closely with architects and engineers to deliver prestigious projects that are driven by innovation. Renowned for pioneering research, state-of-the-art equipment and exceptional customer service, KLEEMANN retains its prominence as one of the leading lift manufacturers.

KOLLMORGEN UK LTD | Stand E60

KUNSHAN HOLDER ELECTROMECHANICAL CO LTD | Stand E31 http://www.kshzjd.cn


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Kunshan Holder Electromechanical specialises in the production of lift sliding guide shoes, roller guide shoes, door roller, new compensation chain guides device and oil cups. We are the only factory in China that has achieved CE certification for our guide shoes. Our company is the main guide shoe supplier of KONE China. The 10m/s lift of KONE Asia-Pacific R&D Center adopts our products. We have passed the sample testing of Shanghai Schindler, Thyssenkrupp Shanghai and Otis China.

LEIA | Stand C70 http://www.leia.co.uk We are the trade association and advisory body for the for the UK’s lift and escalator industry. Our members benefit from a wide range of our services including health and safety, standards and regulations, education and training, and legal issues. We also organise the LIFTEX exhibition to which we warmly welcome you. We look forward to seeing you on our stand to discuss any of our activities.

LESTER CONTROL SYSTEMS LTD | Stand E20http://www.lestercontrols.co.uk/ Operating with three manufacturing plants in the UK, Lester Controls has become the largest independent lift control panel manufacturer with over 43,000 lift & escalator controllers presently in service. Our most successful controller, Almega II is being utilised in a range of controllers including complex and non-OEM equipment for simplex and multiple group lift installations for buildings up to 30 storeys. To support ongoing customer demand, we provide a series of ancillary products as well.

LIFT & CONTROLLER PRODUCTS | Stand B60

LIFT NET | Stand G24

MASPERO LTD | Stand A48 https://www.maspero.com Maspero Ltd is the UK branch of Maspero Group, the independent leader in bespoke

elevators. Our range includes full glass passenger lifts, both traction and hydraulic, vehicle lifts and heavy duty goods lifts (also explosion-proof rated), special platform, other than the well-known inclined lifts. The company blends the best of Made in Italy with the skills of the local team of own lift engineers to provide each project the support it needs, always with an excellent ratio quality/price.

MEILLER AUFZUGTÜREN GMBH | Stand E60

MERAK TELSIS S.L.| Stand G10 http://www.merakeurope.com MERak Telsis S.L. is an ICT company that offers emergency communication devices for elevators. MERak develops solutions that fulfill the international legislation and the needs of its clients, in an ongoing process of technological improvement. The company started in 1996 with two complementary line products: emergency devices and operating software. Nowadays, MERak has proven a solvent trajectory designing, producing and commercializing devices that fulfill the European standard EN 81-28.

METRON S.A. | Stand D64 https://www.metronsa.eu Metron is a leading lift manufacturer, providing a wide range of complete & fully customized elevator solutions in more than 47 countries worldwide. Metron aims to design safe and competitive solutions, that are also incomparably beautiful. Characterized by its reliability in every aspect, Metron seeks for long-term relationships with partners, that share the same values with us: Respect, Integrity, Creativity and a passion for design. We work to be more than just a lift supplier.

MINOS ELEVATOR SYSTEMS | Stand B20

MODUSYSTEM| Stand A28 https://www.modusystem.com/ Modusystem provides diagnostic solutions and lift monitoring for all lifts. The Modu-tool enables you to do maintenance

and troubleshooting (for Otis, KONE, Orona, thyssenkrupp and Schindler) with just one device. The Modu-view is a cost effective IOT/monitoring platform for all elevator controllers we currently support.

MONTANARI GROUP | Stand D68 https://www.montanarigiulio.com/ When we develop our products, we think of people will travel that specific elevator or escalator. We think about comfort, quality, and reliability. Our machines are safe, easy to install and maintain. Our precious technical know-how makes the difference for new installations and modernisation projects as well. Thousands of Montanari machines and components are at the heart of the world elevators and escalators. Since 1970, there’s a heart beating inside every Montanari traction machine.

MOVILIFT | Stand E32 http://www.movilift.com Exporting worldwide in more than 60 countries, Movilift is an Italian leader manufacturing complete lifts, controllers and fixtures. The company also stands out for the research and development of new technologies for energy saving and the proposal of quality elevators at market prices. From 20 years, Movilift is also a controller manufacturer for the national and international market, relying on its own electronics and its CanBus communication boards.

NDC LIMITED | Stand F36 https://elevator-drives.com/ Specialists in the repair, service exchange and supply of refurbished elevator drives worldwide. With custom built reverse engineered elevator drive test rigs, and state of the art repair facilities in three locations our specialist elevator drive repair engineers can inspect, test, identify and repair faults in drive units from all elevator drive manufacturers including KONE, Otis, Schindler, thyssenkrupp, Omron, Fuji, Control Techniques and all other OEM manufacturers.


OKATT BY AGUI | Stand B40 https://www.okatt.com/en OKATT was born in 2014 as a commercial brand of AGUI, which has over 45 years of experience manufacturing components for multinational OEMs in the elevator business. The goal of OKATT is to design, manufacture and commercialize innovative products for the elevator business. Products which are reliable, tailor made and that allow bringing a solution to the broad range of special situations which our customers face during the different phases of the elevator life.

PFEIFER DRAKO | Stand F24 https://rope-lifting-uk.pfeifer.info/en/home/ Manufactured in Germany, PFEIFER DRAKO supply elevator ropes for the highest, fastest and most demanding elevator systems in the world. Present in the UK for almost 40 years, our Roping Services teams across the UK provide a safe, efficient and professional rope replacement service.

PHOENIX LIFTING SYSTEMS | Stand F5https://www.phoenixlifts.co.uk Phoenix Lifting Systems was one of the first companies in the UK to recognise the profound implications of the DDA and have become specialists in providing platform access lifts to building owners needing to become fully compliant with the DDA regulations. Its comprehensive range of hydraulic platform access lifts has proved to be a real success story, with the company’s products and services in constant high demand.

POWER CONTROL LTD | Stand G28https://powercontrol.co.uk/ Power Control is a highly influential leader with over 25 years of experience in providing Uninterruptible Power Supplies across a wide spectrum of markets including medical, public sector, data centre, retail and IT. Working with world renowned UPS manufacturers including; Borri Spa, Huawei, CertaUPS and now Legrand, Power Control is able to offer a

complete range of emergency power solutions from BS EN 50171 and IEC/EN 62040 complaint UPS, to modular, stand alone, single and three phase UPS.

PRNS BUILDING SERVICES | Stand G54http://www.prnsbuildingservices.co.uk/PRNS Building Services specialise in construction work within the lift industry. We aim to provide the highest standards of service in all aspects of the lift and building industry throughout the UK. Our team of experienced operatives sub contract for 23 lift and escalator companies nationwide. We specialise from something as simple as installing temporary hoardings to something as complex as cutting out concrete lift entrances in high rise buildings.

RALOE MEDITERRANEO S.L. | Stand B24http://www.raloe.com/en/ RALOE is a reference company in the lifting sector, characterised by its involvement, commitment to quality and excellence in customer service in its more than 3,300 elevators supplied every year. We have the long experience of our two partners and great specialists in the sector, FERMATOR and SAVERA Group. Our reason for being, positions the company as a benchmark in innovation, as well as in the use and application of new technologies in the business of the marketing and distribution of lifts.

RE-ROPES LTD| Stand B36 http://www.reropes.co.uk Re-Ropes Ltd was established in 1986 to provide a new type of roping operation to the lift industry. The concept behind the company was to offer a full service from survey to supply and fit, enabling Re-Ropes Ltd to oversee all aspects of the roping process. June 2014 saw the continuing expansion of Re-Ropes with its purchase by Gustav Wolf. Becoming part of worldwide rope manufacture with production plants in Germany, Hungary, France, Dubai, China and India.

REELEY LTD | Stand C56 http://www.reeley.co.uk Reeley Ltd is a family business, established in 1989, so we will be celebrating 30 years supporting the lift industry this year. Today we are one of the UK’s leading elevator and escalator part suppliers, and the only one that stocks everything we sell. Service, quality and price are key to our business and with over 40% of components manufactured in the UK, we have a unique offering. Actively developing new parts and extending our range we can manufacture virtually any component, new or old.

RELAYR GMBH | Stand B14 https://relayr.io/Relayr is the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) powerhouse delivering the most complete solution for risk-free digital transformations. Lift maintenance provides a huge opportunity in IIoT servicing solutions. With thousands of models and units operating in different conditions and locations, the benefits of being able to identify problems and necessary maintenance issues in advance are clear. Relayr works with lift providers to improve their servicing efficiency and to reduce costs.

REMDALE | Stand D58

REN ESCALATOR CLEANING TOOLS | Stand F2

RIGHTON BLACKBURNS | Stand B50

RIMEX METALS GROUP | Stand D32https://www.rimexmetals.com/ Rimex Metals (UK) Ltd are the head office and main manufacturing site for the global group of Rimex companies, offering a wide range of stainless steel finishes for the lift industry. Our patterned, coloured, polished and Metalart sheets are widely specified for Cabins, doors, architraves, press plates and Escalators claddings based on their aesthetics and performance.

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ROBERT GERRARD & CO LTD | Stand A10http://www.robertgerrard.com/ Specialist Insurance for the Lift & Escalator Industry. Robert Gerrard has been insuring the needs of the lift industry for more than 40 years and is the UK’s leading lift insurance broker with the widest selection of policies available. Over 500 companies enjoy the peace of mind of our specialist, all-encompassing Robert Gerrard Lift Plan® designed exclusively for lift engineers, consultants, designers and manufacturers. Expert advice, personal service, quality cover, all with no small print.

RUSCERTIFIC LLC RUSSIA | Stand B10

S.B. MOTORI SRL | Stand G38http://www.sbmotori.it/ Founded in 1972, SB srl Lift Motors specialises in the production and development to electrical motors for lifts (motors of oleodynamic Unit Powers). It conducts internal quality checks on the finished product and on any kind of materials used. Continuous development is based on the best technology of construction and on procedure aiming to reach the total quality, in order to satisfy any requirements, the users may need.

SAFED | Stand A58

SAFELINE SWEDEN AB | Stand F10https://www.safeline-group.com As a company whose sole focus is on the lift safety industry, all our products are tailored for the specific needs of the lift industry – made to simplify and streamline your work. With our long experience within the industry, we set the standard for innovation and quality. SafeLine is the future-proof choice of safety accessories for lifts.

SASSI LIFT SYSTEMS | Stand E30https://www.sls-ltd.co.uk/en/Pages/default.aspx Sassi Lift Systems will be promoting its partnership with OCTE (France) to supply

a mechanical lift package specifically designed for the UK market, with the option of including a UK control system and auxiliary equipment. It will also be showing its market leading range of Alberto Sassi Gear & Gearless machines.

SCHNEIDER STEUERUNGSTECHNIK GMBH (LISA) | Stand B42 https://www.lisa-lift.de Schneider Steuerungstechnik GmbH established 1990 are the manufacturer of the LiSA product range from controllers, remote monitoring systems, displays and operation panels. We offer high quality controller solutions based on our LiSA20 and LiSA21 which are capable of 8 car group and up to 64 floors.

SEIM SRL | Stand G38 http://www.seim.it SEIM has been on the market for over 40 years and has reached a position of leadership with over two million products installed, which include screw pumps, heat exchangers and safety valves. They are intended for various markets such as Energy, Petrochemical, Oil and Gas, Paper and Metal, Automotive, Naval and Elevator. Each SEIM product is developed completely in-house, using the know-how gained over decades of experience in screw pump manufacture.

SESAME ACCESS SYSTEMS LTD | Stand G60https://www.sesameaccess.com/ Established since 1996, we are the inventors of the original ‘invisible lift’. Our award winning bespoke wheelchair access solutions are designed, built and installed in buildings worldwide, particularly Grade I Listed Buildings with reduced pit depth. Sesame lifts are a set of steps which magically retract to reveal a platform lift. Our Clients include: Bank of England, Sydney Opera House, Institution of Civil Engineers, Seattle Space Needle, USA and Kensington Palace.

SODIMAS | Stand C64 https://www.sodimas.com/

First French independent manufacturer of lift parts, modernisation solutions, complete new lifts packages (and mechanical packages), escalators and travelators - Since 1975.

STEPLESS BY GULDMANN | Stand B56https://www.stepless.com/uk We supply a wide range of high-quality products designed to eliminate hindrances and difficulties caused by height differences, in order to make sure people with limited mobility have easy, dignified access to all kinds of buildings and means of transport. We manufacture unobtrusive and aesthetically pleasing solutions that provide good access without spoiling the visual appearance or architectural heritage of a building. Access for all, Stepless by Guldmann.

SYNTIUM LIFT PARTS | Stand D10 http://www.syntiumlifts.com Syntium Lift Parts have supplied the UK lift industry with high-quality lift components since 2010. With nearly 40 years-experience in the industry the owner of the company Dave O’Brien, continues to run the business. We offer solutions based on our in-depth knowledge, and are specialists in lift autodialler units, GSM units, VoIP solutions and fully compliant intercom systems for fire-fighting and evacuation lifts. Our popular autodialler supply & fit service continues to serve the industry.

TALINOR LTD | Stand F20

TAYLOR LIFTS LTD| Stand E16 http://taylorlifts.co.uk/ Established in 2008, and with over 25+ years of experience within the lift industry, Taylor Lifts can offer a range of technical services and solutions to suit customer needs. We offer services from Supply & Fit, to troubleshooting for problematic faults, as well as the supply and delivery of a range products from leading manufacturers.

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TERRY GROUP UK, HOME, DISABILITY, COMMERCIAL LIFTS | Stand C20 https://www.terrylifts.co.uk Terry Group “Supporting the Nation’s Mobility for 50 years”. British designer, manufacturer and installer of public access and domestic lifts including wheelchair platform and wheelchair stairlifts, through floor home lifts and portable wheelchair lifts. We also supply and fit an extensive range of high quality, heavy duty passenger platforms and goods lifts. Some of our lifts are available to view at Stand C20. The team would be delighted to welcome you to our stand to discuss your access requirements or current opportunities to be a Trade Partner benefitting from market leading referral rewards, marketing and sales support.

THAMES VALLEY CONTROLS | Stand C50 https://www.tvcl.co.uk We have been offering quality lift control and lift monitoring systems for almost 50 years. We always make sure we’re readily accessible to our customers whenever they need us even if it’s well after an installation is complete. This is a big part of our ethos is that ‘we never walk away’. Safety is at the forefront of everything we do and we are committed to investing in our employees and our customers. We are accredited to Investors in People, CHAS, Construction Line, Exor and RISQS.

TRADITIONAL LIFT PRODUCTS LTD | Stand B38https://www.tradlifts.co.uk TLP specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of special bespoke lifts. We design, manufacture and market -ancillary lift parts, including scenic lift cars, conventional lift cars , car frames , machine bed plates , ancillary steelwork, lift structure ( glazed or solid ) , basically any custom made part for your lift system than you cannot buy off the shelf. We stock a large range of proprietary parts such as guide rails, wiring accessories for next day delivery.

UKANB-L | Stand A60

UNIVERSAL LIFTING HIRE SERVICES LTD | Stand C24 http://www.ulhservices.co.uk Specialist provider of lifting and testing equipment to the Lift Industry.

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON | Stand B72

VEGA SRL | Stand B8 https://www.vegalift.it/it For over 15 years, Vega has been recognised as a leading company in lifts accessories thanks its search in innovation and design. At the base of Vega solutions there are 6 dedicated divisions: Electronic control boards, Style (display, fixtures and

push buttons), Safety light curtains, Doors operator boards, Emergency communication systems and Energy recovery systems. Its search for innovative eco-friendly materials and the development of technologies is going to improve life of people.

WINDCREST LIFTBITS LTD | Stand A40http://www.windcrest.co.uk/ Speak to Windcrest who have the largest range of Autodiallers, to assist in all your Lift Communication needs. i.e. Autodiallers (Line Powered, Serial Controlled, 2-Wire), Evacuation Intercoms, Entrapment Intercoms, Fire Fighting Intercoms, GSM Interfaces, VoIP interfaces etc. Based in the UK for over 30 years, we are able to provide bespoke solutions for Lift Communications.

Zagro AG | Stand G20Elevator Components and Homelifts.

Ziehl Abegg | Stand B54https://www.ziehl-abegg.com Ziehl-Abegg is a world leading manufacturer of lift motors and associated electronic controllers. Motor types include synchronous and asynchronous, for new installations and modernisation projects. On show on Stand B54 shall be the latest ZAtop SM132 motor and our range of ZAdyn4C and ZAdynpro contactor-less electronic drives, plus the ZAsbc4C silent brake control. Ziehl-Abegg’s UK office is located in Chelmsford Essex.

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