Specifications include, but are not limited to: • The new elevator system must comply with all relevant safety codes, including but not limited to ASME A17.1/CSA B44 (Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators) and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines. • All work must comply with local building regulations and codes. • Accommodate the building's capacity needs. • The elevators must be designed to handle the expected passenger traffic within the building during peak hours. • The replacement elevators should incorporate energy-efficient technologies to minimize power consumption and reduce the building's carbon footprint. • The elevators shall provide smooth and efficient operation. The speed of the elevators shall be sufficient to minimize waiting times during peak hours. • Each elevator car shall meet a minimum capacity of 2500 lbs and the speed is 100 fpm. • The selected contractor shall be responsible for the complete installation and commissioning of the new elevator system. ACCEPTABLE BRANDS/MODELS: HydroMod DX or EQUAL • Update elevator control and electrical systems. • Replace relays and older electronic components. • Control system shall be modern and reliable. • Controlsystem shall be provided to perform the functions of safe elevator motion. • All hardware shall be provided to connect, transfer and interrupt power. • All hardware shall be provided to protect the elevator motor against overheating. • A microcomputer system shall be designed to accept reprogramming with minimum system down time. • A microprocessor-based control system shall utilize on-board diagnostics for servicing, troubleshooting, and adjusting without requiring the use of an outside service tool. • High voltage (110V or above) contact points inside the controller cabinet shall be protected from accidental contact in a situation where the controller doors are open. • Contractor shall remove all existing wiring, conduit and duct from the hoistway. • New conduit and duct properly sized and constructed for the job requirements shall be installed.
