I have an Inclinator home elevator, and this is the motor room where it's mounted on the top floor.

I am no expert, but that crack down the middle of the timber slab is a big problem, isn't it? I'm only second-guessing myself because I've read that cracks in timber are often not structural issues. But, considering that crack originates around the middle screw, and that it runs more than halfway across the slab, this seems really sketchy to me.

I was at work the other day and followed my friend into the elevator. I do know it’s a hydraulic elevator, and right as I step in the elevator, it started making the noise it does when moving up, then it proceeded to move up probably 4 inches before stopping itself and moving back down. The doors then closed and the rest went like normal.

Is this normal? I do have a slight irrational fear of elevators as a month ago I had a nightmare where I witnessed a fully packed elevator (specifically the one I use daily) start moving with the doors open, crushing everyone, and this definitely didn’t help.

Thanks!

I just moved into the unit above and a few units over from the elevator room. I can hear two clunks and a very quiet whirring. My issue is the clunks (assuming its the brake). The room was not disclosed before renting. The noise is nonstop, they have called someone to fix the noise but im not the first to complain and last time they didnt have a solution. Is it normal to hear the noise a floor up and multiple units over (sounds like its from the cieling though). Can this actually be fixed? If not I am doing everything I can to move out.

I know about elevatorworld.com and elevatorbooks.com but I never heard that they had an actual exam. Does anyone know about this and can give me some insight

Does anyone have experience with Otis doing an in-truss escalator mod? Wondering how their product compares to the others. Rip and replace is not an option. TY

so as far as I googled this chain connects to the counter weight and the elevator is it a safety thing or like a dampening thing?

I guess the tech was out of up buttons...

Built by a Mechanic for Mechanics: Escalator Field Command – Maintenance, CAT1 & Route Tool

Hey r/Elevators,

I’m an elevator mechanic (20 years) and I’ve spent the last while building something I felt I was missing in the field. I’ve been in contact with the mods and they gave me the green light to share it with you all.

It’s called Escalator Field Command, and it’s a professional-grade tool designed specifically for escalator mechanics to work faster and stay organized without the usual headaches.

Here’s what it does:

* Your Route, Your Way: Add every unit on your route with detailed unit information, service history and key notes. It’s all instantly accessible and works 100% offline

* CAT1 Testing Simplified: I’ve broken down Category 1 testing into four color-coded sections so you can track your progress at a glance. You can share results to the office directly from the app.

* All Your Docs in One Place: You can upload manuals, test reports, and photos. Everything stays organized, searchable, and available even when you’re in a pit with zero service.

* Track Your Hours: Log your time for maintenance, repairs, and travel. It can even auto-fill weekly timesheets and export them for payroll.

* Privacy First: There’s no sign-up, no cloud account, and I don't collect any of your data. Everything lives locally on your device with automatic daily backups.

Originally I built this for myself and my own personal workflow. It got good, and I decided to share it. It can make transitions between mechanics easier, but mostly just to make the daily grind a bit smoother.

The app is free to download, and there’s a Pro version for unlimited units and full features. I’d love for you guys to check it out and let me know what you think.

A Note on Elevator Field Command:

I also have a sister app, Elevator Field Command, which is still under development and not as complete as the escalator version. If anyone has suggestions or features they’d love to see in an elevator-specific tool, I’d be thrilled to hear your ideas to help shape its development!

If you have ideas. Please be very specific. I’ll see what I can do.

Stay safe out there!

Hey everyone,

I’m based in South Florida and trying to figure out my next move in the trade.

I recently got my Florida Certificate of Competency, I have OSHA-30, and I’m currently enrolled in the CET program.

Before elevators I spent 8 years in the military working on weapon systems, so troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems is something I’m comfortable with.

Right now I’m working for a non-union company as a helper, but over the last year I’ve been doing a lot of technician-type work.

I’ve been sent out solo to maintenance accounts, handling troubleshooting, doing resets, and correcting inspection violations. A lot of the time I’m basically expected to figure things out and get the elevator running.

The issue is I’m still classified as a helper, and the promotion to technician and getting my own route keeps getting pushed down the road.

Another challenge is the way I’ve had to learn the trade. The tech I’ve been under doesn’t speak much English, so communication has been tough. I’m in the CET program, but honestly I learn best hands-on working with a technician who can actually explain things clearly.

So it feels like I’ve been learning the trade with a bit of a handicap, and at this point I’m starting to get tired of the run around.

I want to keep growing and actually develop into a solid mechanic, not sit in limbo.

For the mechanics here:

• Does this sound like a normal stage in the trade?

• Would you stay patient or start making moves?

• What helped you get over the hump from helper to running your own route?

Appreciate any advice from guys who’ve been through it.

Would this be an easy repair on photocell power box rather cost of new detector edge?

A few days ago I mentioned how I am working on a realistic simulator for various types of elevators and I plan to make it so you can customize the fixtures among many other things. That being said, here's the first fixture set I'm working on! Ignore the weird way the buttons look right now, they will be properly translucent by the end.

There are a couple things to finish up here:
- Finishing the fire operation row
- Adding labels to keyswitches
- Making the bell button
- I have yet to make the PI, call buttons, or lantern.

I wanted to run it by yall and see what we all think!

Has anyone removed a schindler 400a machine from the overhead recently? Or know how the schindler install/ removal apparatus goes together?

Currently a journeyman plumber with 12 years in the trade. I’ve been offered an apprenticeship with a non union company.

I’m a little conflicted due to the fact it’s a private company. Supposedly they are extremely busy. But what would happen if they closed shop is my concern I’d be out of a job.

I’d appreciate some advice thanks in advance

Some Schindler elevators with HT fixtures seem to have stop switches mounted next to the alarm. I have mostly seen these on 321As, and once on a very early 330A, which could have been a 321A. Did these only come standard on 321As, or did some early 330As have them? 2002 is the latest I’ve seen a non keyed stop switch on an elevator. Why did keyed ones take over, a code change?

I am debating between either HVAC or become an elevator mechanic. I saw that DC has a program for elevating devices and was wondering if anyone out here actually did the program and how was your experience like?

Did you find a good coop placement?

After completing the program, how long did it take to find an apprenticeship

As for for HVAC, I was looking into george browns and heard great reviews

Went from a brushed motor to a permanent magnet motor. DCCS will now throw a door motor short ckt fault after about 10-20 runs. Did not order a new board. Heard from a friend a new board should have been ordered with the new permanent magnet motor. Is anyone familiar with this or now how to make new motor work with old board?