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Is it really necessary to invest in preventive elevator maintenance when the equipment appears to be operating normally? This question frequently arises among property owners and building managers, many of whom perceive the cost of periodic inspections as expendable.
However, the absence of visible malfunctions does not mean the elevator is free from risks. As with any mechanical or electrical system, internal components can wear out silently and, if not addressed in time, may lead to a major failure that compromises the operation and safety of the equipment.
Why is preventive elevator maintenance a smart investment?
In vertical buildings, ensuring that elevators remain in optimal condition is essential for the daily mobility of users. A single malfunction can jeopardize the safety of individuals who rely on the system for transportation.
In this context, preventive elevator maintenance becomes a smart decision, helping ensure continuous service and greater protection for all building occupants.
Below, we outline the key factors that make preventive maintenance a strategic investment:
- Early fault detection: When preventive elevator maintenance is scheduled periodically, technicians can identify wear or anomalies at early stages. This allows for timely action, avoiding service interruptions and costly repairs that were not anticipated in the building’s maintenance budget.
- Reduction of unexpected downtimes that cause inconvenience and urgent expenses: Another key reason to invest in this service is that preventive inspections reduce the likelihood of emergencies. By regularly checking the system’s components, the risk of unexpected breakdowns due to unforeseen events or wear is minimized, ensuring the equipment operates more reliably.
- Extended elevator lifespan: Preventive elevator maintenance helps mitigate natural wear and tear of essential components such as pulleys, rails, brakes, and traction systems. By scheduling timely inspections, lubrication, and part replacements, premature deterioration is avoided, resulting in a significantly longer service life for the equipment.
- Energy efficiency optimization: Vertical mobility systems that are properly calibrated and in optimal condition operate with higher energy efficiency, as friction in rails, pulleys, and other mechanical parts is minimized. Preventive elevator maintenance ensures that electrical and mechanical systems operate in a balanced way, optimizing energy consumption and avoiding unnecessary motor overloads.
- Incident prevention: Performing regular preventive inspections reduces the risk of accidents. By detecting faults early, preventive elevator maintenance ensures that the system operates within established safety parameters.
- Regulatory compliance: In Spain, current regulations require that all elevators undergo periodic inspections to meet minimum maintenance and safety standards. The main regulations include Royal Decree 2291/1985, which governs lifting systems and maintenance, Complementary Technical Instruction AEM 1, and Royal Decree 355/2024, which updates the requirements for keeping elevators in optimal condition.
From remote monitoring to predictive analysis: Technologies that enhance preventive elevator maintenance
To achieve more accurate control in preventive elevator maintenance, it is necessary to implement tools that allow real-time monitoring of system status and early fault detection. The main technologies include the following:
- Remote monitoring system: It is essential that a preventive elevator maintenance service includes remote monitoring systems, such as the Advanced Remote Monitoring (ARM) system we offer at Aszende. This technology allows real-time monitoring of elevator performance, enabling early detection of anomalies—whether mechanical or electrical—before they become major failures.
- Automatic alerts for mechanical or electrical anomalies: One benefit of having an integrated service that includes systems like ARM is the ability to generate automatic alerts when any mechanical or electrical irregularities are detected. This enables technicians to respond earlier, preventing incidents that could result in serious damage or prolonged service interruptions.
- Digital tracking of elevator performance and usage patterns: One of the major advantages of digital tools is the ability to monitor elevator performance and usage patterns in real time. With this data, it’s possible to plan preventive maintenance interventions more effectively by detecting potential faults early and optimizing maintenance resources.
- Predictive analysis to prioritize interventions: Remote monitoring systems, automatic alerts, and digital performance tracking generate large volumes of data, which are later used for predictive analysis. This information helps technicians anticipate faults and prioritize interventions in a more strategic and efficient manner.
- Access to technical reports and maintenance logs: Online access allows verification of past interventions, scheduling of upcoming inspections, and confirmation that all tasks are being performed in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Greater transparency and traceability for owners and administrators: Property owners and building managers can digitally access the technical and maintenance history of each elevator, making supervision and performance tracking easier.
- Route and response time optimization to reduce costs: Access to detailed digital information enables technicians to plan interventions more efficiently. This optimization reduces travel time, minimizes user wait times, and avoids unnecessary costs due to transfers or emergency interventions.
Now that you’re familiar with the main benefits of preventive elevator maintenance and how digital tools enhance the safety and monitoring of equipment performance, it’s important to highlight how this combination of strategies contributes to a more reliable and efficient service.
At Aszende, our team of specialized technicians brings over 45 years of experience in multi-brand elevator maintenance, integrating the latest industry technologies to deliver a comprehensive service that ensures safety, continuity, and efficiency.
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