Safety doesn’t mean measures you take after something has happened. It’s more about what can be done to prevent something from happening in the first place. Everyone’s heard the age-old phrase: Prevention is better than cure. And good safety does precisely that. That’s why proper safety is all about designing spaces that prevent risks before they happen. Every pioneering elevator company in UAE is at the forefront of making that a reality for your homes.
Smart Elevators Are Smarter Than You’d Think
Did you ever have a fear of elevators growing up? I know many children do. And it’s not for nothing. We’ve all heard those horrifying news stories of people being trapped in lifts and suffocating or elevator cords stopping functioning midway, leading to long, fatal falls. Something that’s supposed to make your life easier shouldn’t be so scary, right?
Thankfully, such cases have now been reduced to almost zero. But that didn’t just happen on its own: it took real work and innovations. And smart elevators are one of the ways that’s happened now. These elevators have integrated AI technological systems that flag any issues before they happen. A loose cord? Detected. Is the weight more than the capacity? Don’t worry, the elevator won’t even start.
And these issues aren’t just highlighted. These innovative elevator lift systems also send automatic alerts to make sure they’re fixed as well. Even if you’re already in the elevator, the problem will be fixed before you even have the time to think about it, and you’ll reach your desired floor safely and quickly.
Almost every new building in Dubai has also installed auto-repair controls within its smart elevators. Don’t get what I mean? Well, you’ve seen emergency exits in every building, right? Now, such exit mechanisms are also included in lifts.
Let’s say you’re going to a friend’s house, which happens to be on the 45th floor of a crowded residential high-rise. You’re in the elevator and on your way up. Just when you’re on the 42nd floor, the elevator stops working due to a power issue. But you don’t need to fret! The smart vehicle will enable an auto-exit button that allows you to exit on the 42nd floor and make your way through any other elevator or emergency exit stairs. You won’t be late to your friend’s party, and most importantly, you won’t feel unsafe.
Of course, being safe in an elevator isn’t just about them malfunctioning. It’s also about how accessible these are for everyone. Smart elevators have voice-activation, where anyone can use the elevator to get to their destination without having to understand how it works.
And residential buildings have taken things up another notch. Some high-end buildings have integrated biometrics into their elevators so that only you can access your floor. This innovation has made your home as safe as it can be! You don’t have to worry about your kids roaming around the floors on their own. No one can just waltz onto your floor. Only you can.
But What About Spaces That Don’t Use Elevators As Much?
You know, places like the mall or the airport, where, sure, you can find an elevator if you need one. But the more common and preferred mode of transport is perhaps the stairway – better yet, an auto-moving stairway so you don’t have to use any of your strength.
Escalators are the preferred mode of transportation for many visitors to such places, and they’ve generally been considered safer than elevators. Because, well, if an escalator stops, you could always just walk up or down, right? It is a staircase at the end of the day.
The right escalator in today’s world doesn’t have to be unsafe or inaccessible, though. Companies have started investing in wider steps that aren’t dangerously steep to avoid any instances of tripping. Escalators also come with guiding lights these days so that everyone, including people of determination, can use them comfortably, without any fear.
This city’s rapid expansion isn’t slowing down anytime soon. And as the city reaches for the sky, its commitment to safety is what truly keeps it grounded. And that’s what innovation is truly about: more than efficiency, it’s about safety.
