At Noah Elevator, we have long been on the leading edge of technological developments in our industry. Today, allow us to share with you how the latest breakthrough in materials science is yielding better elevator components and faster repair methods that promise more comfortable, safer, and more economical rides. Let us find out what the elevator repair service in Ontario is going through these days!
THE STEADY RISE OF ADVANCED COMPOSITES
This does not just apply to the cabs themselves; the cables and counterweights have changed as well. In days gone by, both were made from steel and wood, subject to mechanical wear and tear. Yet now, using advanced composites helps us avoid many of the weight issues while enabling our elevators to deliver a truly impressive strength-to-weight ratio and bring down the overall costs of running them.
Lighter, Stronger Cabins
Elevator cabs made from carbon fibre composites allow us to reduce the weight of a unit dramatically without reducing strength. We can manufacture larger cabs that can transport more passengers while needing less energy to lift and putting less strain on components that are most critical to the life of the elevator.
Durable, Low-Maintenance Surfaces
These ultra-thin layers of nano-enhanced coating applied to the inside surfaces of our elevators create a scratch-resistant, graffiti-resistant, and even bacteria-resistant surface, which in turn keeps our elevators cleaner for longer.
SMART MATERIALS: THE FUTURE OF PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
However, when it comes to elevator repair service in Ontario, perhaps the most significant recent development in this industry is the advent of so-called smart materials: substances that not only offer new performance and maintenance possibilities by changing properties in response to external stimuli but also introduce new functions by doing more than one thing at once.
Self-Healing Cables
Elevator cables are subject to a great deal of tension. Self-healing polymers embedded in the coating of the cables can automatically mend small breaches, delaying the need for replacement of these critical components and improving safety.
Shape Memory Alloys
Shape memory alloys can be deformed and then return to their original form. In the case of elevator systems, they are being used in dampers to better absorb vibrations, meaning a smoother ride and a reduction in wear on other parts of the system.
Sustainable Solutions
Our company dedicates itself to providing sustainable solutions, and we especially feel excited about new elevator materials.
Recycled and Biodegradable Materials
Furthermore, many innovative firms manufacture elevator panels made of recycled plastic materials and biodegradable composites that significantly lower our industry’s carbon footprint and allow the designer many hitherto unimaginable aesthetic possibilities.
Energy-Harvesting Materials
Piezoelectric flooring is being installed in elevator floors. Engineers wire this flooring to generate electricity from compression, capturing the kinetic energy of the people riding on the elevators. The captured energy can be used to power lights or contribute to the electricity needs of an elevator.
THE IMPACT ON REPAIR METHODS
These futuristic materials are also increasingly changing what elevator repair service in Ontario used to be even a few years ago. Elevators are not just getting smarter; they are getting easier to work on.
Non-Destructive Testing
New materials often call for new inspection techniques. We have bought cutting-edge, non-destructive testing equipment to assess the integrity of composite components without damaging them. As a result, technicians can schedule maintenance more accurately and effectively.
Three-Dimensional Printing for Rapid Repairs
We can already employ new high-strength materials you can 3D print for part replacement. There are certain applications now where you can print backup parts like that. This allows you to have a couple of backup pieces on hand, eliminating the need to wait a week for parts to arrive in the mail from some distant widget manufacturer.
EMBRACING THE FUTURE
As these new materials evolve, so do we at Noah Elevator. Our technicians attend regular training sessions to learn about the latest repair procedures for these new high-technology elements. We ensure that we embrace these new developments in elevator technology. By doing so, we maintain our clients’ elevators to the highest possible levels of safety and reliability. Call us now to learn about our elevator repair service in Ontario!
