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Liberty Elevator has officially won the 2021 Elevator World "Ellie Award" in the category “Best Family-Owned Business”. Thank you for showing your support and voting for the family legacy of Liberty Elevator Corporation!

Thinking about removing your commercial elevator? You're not alone. There are many reasons a business owner might choose to decommission an elevator. This guide will walk you through the process of elevator decommissioning, including why you might decommission an elevator, the different options available (removal vs dismantling) and what to expect when working with a professional elevator decommissioning company.

The modernization of an elevator is a strategic investment that involves careful planning, capital budgeting, and a comprehensive understanding of your property's vertical transportation needs. The task focuses on the replacement of specific key components in order to maximize the operational life of your elevator and to maintain the proper functionality of the unit until a complete renovation is required due to loss of efficiency, updated code compliance or equipment obsolescence.

It’s the holiday season and many patrons will be hauling their precious cargo on your elevators, delivering gifts to all the good girls & boys. Having an elevator break down during this time of year can feel catastrophic and get you and your maintenance team relegated to the naughty list. We recommend that you create an elevator inspection list and check it twice to find out if your elevator is naughty or nice.

Rest assured that the big guy is watching, so if you have kept up with the following tasks throughout the year, your elevators are sure to be on the nice list...

Elevators are one of the most common forms of transportation in the world, but they are also shrouded in myth and misconception. From the fear of getting stuck to the belief that you can fall to the bottom of the shaft if a cable breaks, there are many myths about elevators that can cause people to feel anxious about using them.

In this blog post, we will debunk some of the most common elevator myths and explain why they are not true. We will also provide some tips on how to stay safe when using elevators.