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flexibility in terms of facilities and site not only can the software provide the raw
management, LiftStore, the UK based data for those updates but that LiftStore
manufacturer of lift components and can also offer a customised reporting
control systems has launched its service, where specific, more complex,
revolutionary remote access lift monitoring conditions must be met. The data, which
software, CMS Anywhere. can be stored for a number of years, is
In any place of work, where the recorded automatically - ensuring that CMS
function of a building’s lifts is crucial to Anywhere can also play a significant role in
everyday operation - and with KPIs the resolution of any lift incident that may When is a lift
dictating strict service availability levels - result in an insurance claim.
the ability to monitor a lift’s performance Another asset afforded to building and
and be alerted to any potential problems facilities managers through the use of CMS an Alimak lift?
and breakdowns is vital. Now, with the Anywhere is the ability to ensure that
launch of LiftStore’s innovative web-based compliance with the Disability An Alimak lift is an extraordinary lift for
CMS Anywhere system, this has been Discrimination Act (DDA) is maintained. extraordinary applications, but it isn’t
made a great deal simpler. With swift notification of breakdowns unique. In other words Alimak Hek can
Accurate and real-time lift monitoring, allowing fast repair, the ‘new event’ alerts often solve the most unusual requests
which used to involve the installation of an raised via the CMS interface can lead to with a permanent lift from their standard
onsite host server connected via the PSTN the avoidance of the financial penalties range of industrial lifts – and a great deal
to the lift controller, can now be achieved associated with a breach in the DDA of engineering expertise.
by providing all CMS management regulations. An Alimak lift is a rack and pinion lift so
information over a simple web browser, Benefits of CMS Anywhere: does not need a motor room or shaft. It
accessible by authorised personnel from • Web browser based - no additional can, and usually is, installed externally to
anywhere in the world. With CMS hardware travel vertically or even over inclined
Anywhere, the disadvantages associated • Simple, modern graphical user structures.
with the traditional system - the need for interface It is robust for challenging
extra hardware on the operator’s desk and • No need for the leased line required environments such as industrial plants,
associated maintenance and support costs with traditional monitoring warehouses, bridges, cement plants, ports
- are instantly removed. equipment, as CMS Anywhere works and masts. It is explosion protected so
Along with the ability to tell instantly, in solely over the internet ideal for aggressive applications such as
real time, a lift’s status and possible • Instantaneous, real-time lift status steel works, mines, petrochemical plants
servicing needs, CMS Anywhere also information and offshore rigs. It can travel up to 300
allows for remote lift testing, reducing the • ‘New event’ alerts metres; carry up to 30 tons and all in
need for a team of onsite technicians for • Remote operation testing temperatures from - 30°c to + 50°c.
routine performance monitoring. • Historical management reporting For extraordinary goods/passenger lifts
CMS Anywhere also brings huge with local printing option call Alimak Hek on 01933354700
benefits in terms of its reporting capacity. www.liftstore.com www.alimakhek.com
OldestInninstallsnewesttechnology
The Ringhotel ‘Zum Roten Bären’ is system’s unique feature: when the
sited in the historical town of Freiburg, doors are opening, green LED lights
Germany, as it has been since 1120 – illuminate the edges to indicate that it is
holding the honour of being the oldest inn safe to pass; when the doors are about
in the country. Far from being outdated to close these lights will flash red as a
however, guests experience a traditional warning to be careful. If the doorway
atmosphere but with the benefits that remains clear, the lights will then go to
modern technology can bring. In keeping a solid red until the doors are fully
with this theme, family owners the closed.
Eschgers have recently taken the decision In the past, the lift doors had been
to upgrade their resident elevator with known to close on bags, suitcases, or
Memco’s Panachrome lift safety edges. even people if they had begun to close
The light curtain technology uses 154 as guests were entering the lift. Since
diagonal infra-red beams on the elevator the installation, the response to the
doors to detect even the smallest objects premium security provided by the new
that might obstruct closure, surpassing the Panachrome system has been very be found at www.roter-baeren.de, and
requirements of EN 81 and preventing positive, from both hotel guests and the more information about Panachrome and
accidents. The safety provided by the light Eschgers. the rest of the Memco range at
curtain is reinforced by the Panachrome Further information about the hotel can www.memco.co.uk.
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