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A quick response to JimmyT about the aforementioned elevator algorithm. In essence, yes that’s basically correct. The difficulty is that there are an amazing array (in the hundreds) of lift control systems out there and they don’t all work the same way.
The recommendation of getting a Lift Engineer is good. You could get a Lift Consultant – who will arguably be independent, although they have all trained somewhere, so could still have some allegiance to the ‘old’ company. You could also look to try and get another Lift Company in but that’s always tricky if the incumbent company has a long term contract – this is typically the case.
Not all lifts are made to the same standards and not all lift control systems have the same features and capabilities. If this lift is old and the control system is relay or contactor based (rather than microprocessor or PLC) then there is a limit to how much can be done.
Happy to elaborate. The disclaimer here is that I do work in the industry.