Copper-to-Cellular: A Revolution in Emergency Communications

By winchester January 8, 2024elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

The transition from copper to cellular networks is a significant technological shift that is transforming various industries. One area where this shift is particularly impactful is in the realm of…

DBS elevator landline to cellular emergency phone conversions

Cellular Elevator Phone with Mobile Connect 2

By winchester January 5, 2024Elevator Phone Line

Emergency Elevator Phone Service & POTS Replacement Why choose Destra Business Services as your elevator phone service provider? Dependable Communication at Your FingertipsCutting-Edge Technology for Your SafetyEasy Installation and Maintenance…

Using Cellular for Emergency Elevator Communication

By winchester December 31, 2023elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

Enhancing Safety, Usability, and Code Compliance In recent years, the evolution of cellular communication technology has significantly impacted various industries, and the elevator industry is no exception. Elevator phones, a…

Does an elevator require a dedicated phone line?

By Lance Dipoma December 26, 2023elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

In most situations, the answer is Yes. According to ASME 17.1, Saftey Code for Elevators and Escalators, Section 2.27 EMERGENCY OPERATION AND SIGNALING DEVICES Part 2.27.1.1.1 states, A two-way communication…

Disabled and elderly elevator riders safely use emergency devices

Safety Requirements for Elevator Phone Lines

By winchester December 22, 2023elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

2024 Elevator Phone Saftey Requirements Article: 2025 California Building Standards Code, Title 24 The safety requirements for elevator phone lines in the State of California are pretty simple; they rely…

elevator communications failure can be well lit or dark

Top 3 causes of an elevator communications failure?

By winchester December 5, 2023elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

In this article you learn what to do in case of an elevator communications failure while a passenger, and what to do as an elevator owner.

Safe Rooms and Refuge Points

By winchester December 5, 2023Elevator Phone Line

Emergency Phones for Safe Rooms and Areas of Refuge: Ensuring Safety During Emergencies In the event of an emergency, safe rooms and areas of refuge provide critical protection for occupants…

What are the elevator code and building regulation updates for 2024?

By winchester November 26, 2023Elevator Phone Line

The 2024 Triennial Code Adoption Cycle runs through 2025 and will take effect on Jan. 1st, 2026 Officially called the "2025 California Building Standards Code, Title 24" New building and…

Copper landline phase out

By Lance Dipoma November 15, 2023Elevator Phone Line

The copper landline phase out has begun and now is the time to start thinking about your elevator phone. Landlines and other emergency lines that rely on copper for communication…

Is cellular a good choice for my elevator phone line?

By winchester November 14, 2023elevator cellular gateway, elevator emergency line, Elevator Phone Line

In most cases, the answer is Yes. The use of cellular technology for elevator phone lines is an economical way to provide reliable and secure elevator communications with emergency services,…