Refurbishment and Restore Issue 21 2020 | Page 47

LIFTS, STAIRS & BALUSTRADES Renovation, Upgrade or Replacement A Lift? When replacing apples for apples on any equipment this is not considered to be an upgrade but a renovation. Simply replacing worn out components will allow a lift to continue to work as originally intended. COMMON EXAMPLES OF REFURBISH Bearings or Pully Sheave Failure – Either the bearings or the whole lift drive sheave or pully will need to be replaced Lifts Motor Burns Out. – Replace the motor Internal Car Lift lining can be renovated instead of being replaced. – Old Timber panel removed restored and replaced or a like for like replacement is obtained. Lift Door replacement – Whole doors can be replaced, or simply new skins applied dependant on the requirement With remedial action and component changes as suggested above the nett result is that the equipment will run as originally intended. The improvement in performance and reliability to the original specification being achieved . Aesthetically it is also completely possible to refresh lift interiors, controls and doors to meet current standards. It is also possible if required to dress the equipment to blend into a buildings environment or match corporate branding. The cost of a complete modernisation to the existing equipment can outweigh a complete lift replacement cost. Advantages could be less downtime and disruption to your business whilst negating the need for possible remedial builders works. The refurbishment process can therefore be an attractive route to consider. However, it does not generally result in the equipment meeting todays safety or performance standards. upgrades and installations in some of the most prestigious buildings in the UK. Utilising our experience and knowledge we offer proven innovative solutions for some of the most complex requests and can ensure all compliance and standards are adhered to. Issuing straight forward advice and complete solutions. This being said you have good reason to not simply replace like for like, when you consider if you would like to improve the lift comfort level, acoustics levels, the ride quality, floor levelling or more importantly saving on the lift energy consumption levels, aiding the environment and running costs. New for 2020 iKONIC have developed a sophisticated Lift Monitoring System designed to be integrated to any lift which will allow total diagnostic and monitoring. If you are considering a lift renovation get in contact with iKONIC for some friendly impartial expert advice and support. There are many options to consider when deciding to renovate, upgrade or replace a lift and iKONIC consultants have specified and project managed a variety of lift refurbishments Contact iKONIC LIFTS LTD on 0203 376 6440 or email [email protected] www.ikoniclifts.co.uk ELEVATING EXPECTATION Specialists in Grade Listed Building Solutions  Finest Components Bespoke Proven Lift Solutions First Time  Effi cient & Reliable Solutions Passenger, Goods and Platform Lifts  Proven Bespoke Fit Form Function Solutions  Minimal Maintenance & Open Protocol  Endless Bespoke Cosmetic Options  Fully Compliant To Latest Industry Standards email: [email protected] Design Build Buy advert template V2.indd 1 call: 0203 376 6440 web: www.ikoniclifts.co.uk 13/02/2020 16:04:25 - 47 www.refurbandrestore.co.uk