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Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation

The Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. Our mission is to educate the public on the safe and proper use of elevators, escalators and moving walks through informational programs. Our major initiatives are - education of young children with our Safe-T Rider program, education of adults and seniors with the A Safe Ride program and promotion of safety awareness through the celebration of National Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week.

For additional information on supporting the EESF you can visit their web site at www.eesf.org or call 888-RIDE-SAFE or 334-479-2199.

National Association of Elevator Contractors

We’re proud to be members of the NAEC. If you’re not already a member you should join over 600 of your peers whom are already members. With many conferences and conventions planned for the future, contractors and consultants can meet suppliers from around the world to see the latest technology.

For additional information on joining the NAEC you can visit their web site at www.naec.org or call 800-900-NAEC or 770-760-9660.

The Elevator Radio Show Podcast

CJA is proud to be a sponsor of The Elevator Radio Podcast! A weekly audio program dedicated to the elevator industry. The Host, Tom Sybert talks elevator news as well elevator items being sold on E-Bay. Be sure to visit www.elevatorradioshow.com and signup for the free newsletter. Each show is created and uploaded every Wednesday for your listening pleasure. .

National Association of Elevator Safety Authorities International

We promote consistency of application of standards and enforcement across the country. In our 30-year history we have developed professional reputation of the elevator safety inspector. The striving towards this has been accomplished, in part by the training programs of accreditation and annual workshops in which a wide range of manufacturers, suppliers, designers, inventors, consultants and contractors have had the opportunity of presenting current information concerning codes, standards, safety devices and techniques. In 1987, NAESA was first to be accredited under the Q.E.I. Program by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and currently certified over 1400 qualified elevator inspectors. Of equal importance has been the purpose of engaging in activities and establishing programs to exchange and impart information of common interest. NAESA embraced an open door " policy from the outset, seeking advice and participation from the National Association of Elevator Contractors and the industry’s trade publications. Representatives from the International Union of Elevator Constructors and elevator consulting engineer groups were involved. There was interaction with suppliers. In recent years, NAESA International in cooperation with the A17 Committee became a major contributer to code changes and enhancements.

NAESA membership is now worldwide with over 1300 members, consisting of the majority of the states and governing bodies either through individual membership or the governing bodies themselves.

Elevator World Magazine

Elevator World, Inc., publisher of ELEVATOR WORLD magazine, was founded in January 1953 by William C. Sturgeon, partner and president of Mobile Elevator & Equipment Company, a contracting firm operating in three southern states. "ELEVATOR WORLD, the industry's first trade publication was created and sustained as a hobby, the bulk of activity by my wife, Mary Sands, and myself being at night and on weekends." ... William C. Sturgeon From 1953 until 1963, Sturgeon remained with Mobile Elevator & Equipment Company, while publishing ELEVATOR WORLD. During those early days he wore two hats . . . "trying to gain advertising, subscriptions and editorial support from an entire industry, even while competing in the contracting business with some of the very companies whose help was needed." ... William C. Sturgeon

In 1963, after selling his contracting firm to Montgomery Elevator Company, William Sturgeon became the full-time publisher and editor of ELEVATOR WORLD. At the very beginning, ELEVATOR WORLD depended on the advertising of companies who supplied components and systems to the elevator companies, and the bulk of the readership was made up of contractors. In time, readership and the advertiser base expanded to include elevator industry members, as well as architects, inspectors, consultants, building owner/managers, engineers, government officials and the list goes on and on.

Active in the company since 1965, Ricia Sturgeon Hendrick, William Sturgeon's daughter, was named publisher of ELEVATOR WORLD in 1986 and in 1995 assumed the presidency. Hendrick, now joined by her son, T. Bruce MacKinnon, associate director, continues William Sturgeon's vision to inform, to educate and to unite those involved in the building transportation industry.

Robert "Bob" Caporale joined ELEVATOR WORLD as associate editor in 1993, after a successful career as a vertical transportation professional. In 1998, Caporale was named editor. Sturgeon retired from that position, staying on as chairman of the Board.

The Chicago Elevator Association

In addition to providing up to date information to our members we also promote our site to building owners and managers who have elevators which require maintenance, parts and consulting needs and are located in the Chicagoland Area.

There is no better way of choosing an elevator contractor, elevator consultant or elevator parts supplier than from our site. We suggest that you bookmark our site so that you can easily find it when in need of an elevator contractor, supplier or consultant!

National Association of Vertical Transporation Professionals

NAVTP promotes performance and safety standards that serve the interests of equipment users. Provides a forum for education, exchange of ideas and technology from all segments of the industry. There are four regional chapters. Interested professionals should contact the association office for application or information.

For additional information on joining NAVTP you can call their office, 301-262-3150.

Canadian Elevator Contractors Association

A service organization dedicated to furthering the welfare of its members and representing the industry to government agencies and the general public. For more information please write requesting additional information to;

Canadian Elevator Contractors Association
89 Thornmount Drive, Unit 1
Scarborough, Ontario M1B 5V4

National Trust for Historic Preservation

Each year National Historic Preservation Week calls on Americans to save and enjoy the places that tell our nation's story. Historic buildings, monuments, neighborhoods, public squares, and landscapes help define a community, creating stability and livability while giving residents a connection to their shared heritage. To learn more please visit, www.nthp.org. We participate in restoring many elevator fixtures for buildings all over. Save our heritage!

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