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You think you know the history of the elevator, but did you know its' been around for over 2,000 years?  The tallest building in the world isn't home to the world's tallest elevator... How is that even possible? When it comes to an elevator, how fast is fast? How many elevators are there in the United States?  What did Liberty Elevator do to make the record books?

Here are some fun elevator facts that are sure to amaze your friends and impress your family... 

It's that time of year when Mid-Atlantic weather gets unpredictable, 60 degrees today, 20 degrees tomorrow. The weatherman is only right 30% of the time and he might call for a parka in the morning and only a T-shirt for your drive home, unfortunately your building can't react quite that quickly. Take the time now to prepare yourself for the inevitable U-Turn the Tri-State weather is bound to make in the next month.unfortunately 

It may be beautiful today, but rest assured... winter is coming.

We’ve all been stuck in an elevator at one point in our lives where those ten seconds felt like an eternity. The elevator probably had someone who wouldn't stop talking or had crowds that were standing too close. The truth is that in a small space like an elevator, there are several things that start to feel amplified as soon as you step in.

Stay calm and follow these pro tips to proper etiquette next time you are in the elevator.

When installing an elevator in your building, there are several key factors to consider. What is your elevator’s main purpose? Will it be lifting employees, customers, products, equipment or cars? Will your elevator be located in your buildings’ main lobby, loading dock, parking garage or back of house? Will the elevator be a focal point of your business or just a functional requirement? No matter how you answers these questions, Liberty Elevator can help you design & install the perfect elevator to address your personal needs and add a custom flair you can be proud of.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) legislates requirements for elevators that building owners need to know when planning new construction or when renovating existing structures. Every building must have at least one elevator that meets accessibility requirements. If you are unsure whether or not the elevator units in your building are compliant with the ADA’s regulations, review the following information in order to gain a better understanding of compliance procedures.