LED screens enhance communication
Hauppauge, N.Y. (September 16, 2009) –E-Motive LED displays have been installed in renovated stations of London’s Underground.  Available from Janus Elevator Products in the United States, the LED screens were custom-designed for the project.

E-Motive was approached by Dewhurst, the elevator component supplier, following a request for a new specification of display from their client, a major elevator manufacturer.  The displays needed to be very bright – to make them easily visible from a distance – and able to show elevator position, upper and lower case letters, as well as both standard and customized messages.

Due to the different elevator car sizes found in the nine Underground stations concerned, the displays also had to be supplied in two non-standard lengths, with a provisional design made for a third version, yet to be delivered.  By adapting its existing range of long displays and modifying the relevant software, E-Motive was able to quickly supply screens that met the project specifications.

“Our client was amazed by the speed of E-Motive’s response,” said Mike Leach, head of European elevator sales at Dewhurst. “Within a week of their enquiry, they’d been sent a photo, and a week later they received a product sample.”

The company’s E-Motive Display line is a recognized industry leader in elevator display and monitoring technology. Screens are interfaced with the elevator controller to automatically display elevator position and direction.  Janus offers a wide selection of displays and monitoring systems, ranging from simple dot-matrix directional displays to the high-end, full-color multimedia screens.  Select models can be programmed to provide live TV feeds, video clips, animations, still ads, stock market information and any combination of fixed or variable text messages.

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Custom elevator fixtures contribute to high-end feel of new ballpark
Hauppauge, N.Y. (July 27, 2009)  –  When the New York Yankees’ new Stadium was built, visitor convenience was increased by upgrading from only three elevators at the old park to sixteen in the new Yankee Stadium.  To maximize elevator usability, Janus Elevator Products was selected to supply custom E-Motive LED displays.  The highly visible hall position indicators and lanterns communicate landing information, elevator arrival and custom scrolling messages.

The Stadium design called for 7-foot displays to be mounted above eight elevators in the Great Hall and on the 300 level landing.  The unusually large panels needed to be capable of showing floor landing information in words rather than numbers, bright enough to be seen from a distance, and meet a number of other aesthetic requirements to blend with the Stadium’s architecture. 

Janus worked closely with the project’s elevator contractor, KONE (www.kone.com), to develop a fixture unlike any conventional landing display.  Each unit included a 5-foot long custom E-Motive dot matrix LED screen flanked by large LED arrival lanterns.  In order to increase brightness and visibility, custom 8mm white LEDs were sourced and the screens fit with anti-glare plastic.  The enclosure was custom engineered with concealed fasteners and a hinging mechanism to facilitate installation and service. 

“Janus Elevator and KONE worked together for more than a year to engineer the custom 7-foot long hall position indicators for Yankee Stadium,” says KONE Project Manager Heather Millard. “I want to extend a sincere thank you to the Janus team for thinking outside of the traditional fixture box, their patience throughout the long design period and everyone’s extra effort to complete the project on time and within budget.”

The dot matrix display provides landing information for the Field, Main, H&R Block Suite and Terrace/Grandstand levels.  Additionally, the screens are programmed with scrolling elevator status and emergency messages, providing a unique way to communicate with park visitors as they wait for an elevator to arrive.

Yankee Stadium opened for its first season on April 16, 2009.  The Stadium has incorporated a number of features to make it the most fan-friendly park in Major League Baseball.  Handicap accessibility has been significantly increased with the additional elevators, wider concourses and added wheelchair and companion seating.

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Masks of program’s Safe T Rider mascot to be used in children’s education
Hauppauge, N.Y. (March 18, 2009) –  In support of the educational programs of the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation (EESF), Janus Elevator Products has donated nine masks of Safe T Rider, the cartoon mascot used by the foundation to educate children about elevator and escalator safety.

Safe-T Rider is a character developed by the EESF to teach young children, one of the most at risk groups for injury, safety rules for riding on elevators, escalators and moving walks.  The rapping cartoon cat is featured in interactive videos, on program materials and makes classroom visits to educate children in person.  The masks will be used as part of the costume worn by EESF volunteers who give the classroom presentations as “Safe T Rider.”

The masks were designed and made by Janus Product Manager, Jonathan Latham, who has been sculpting and making masks for over 20 years.  He first created a sculpture of the lovable cat’s face, then cast it in plaster.  Once the cast was made, he was able to use it to create multiple latex masks.  Each mask was hand painted and finished with Safe T Rider’s signature fur and goatee.

“Janus applauds the work of the EESF,” said Latham. “As a non-profit, the organization depends on the support of our industry; these masks are just one more way Janus can help them increase safety for children.”

The Safe-T Rider program has educated over 4 million children, parents and teachers since its inception.  The EESF also offers educational programs for seniors, another at risk group, and promotes safety to the public at large with National Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week each November.

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High end look and enhanced communication for Singapore airport
Hauppauge, N.Y. (July 8, 2008) – Changi International Airport has installed 33 E-Motive EAVIS multimedia elevator displays in its recently opened third terminal in Singapore.  Available from Janus Elevator Products in the United States, the high resolution text and multi-media LCD screens display floor number, direction, date and time, as well as information on arrivals and departures, duty free shopping and security, and live TV feeds.

Commenting on the installation Janus’ Vice President of Sales, Patricia Seniw, said, “The initial seven EAVIS displays installed in Changi Airport’s Terminal Two proved so successful that E-Motive was asked to supply the additional displays for the third terminal.  Our displays lend a high-end finish to this prestigious installation.”

EAVIS displays are interfaced with the elevator controller and can be programmed to provide live TV feeds, video clips, animations, still ads, stock market information and any combination of fixed or variable text messages.  Time and date information can also be automatically updated.  Building personnel have complete flexibility to program desired content through easy to use MS Windows® based software. 

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Dicker and Howard join manufacturer of elevator and communications safety equipment
Hauppauge, N.Y. (May 15, 2008) – Janus Elevator Products has expanded its sales force with two experienced representatives in the Western Region.  Diana Dicker and Patricia Howard have been appointed Regional Sales Managers, providing sales and service support for Janus’ full range of elevator safety edges, fixtures, phones and display products.

Dicker comes to Janus with 15 years of elevator experience, most recently with Otis as a Service Account Manager in northern California.  As a Regional Sales Manager for Janus, Diana will cover 12 western states including Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada and Utah.  Dicker can be reached at 916-966-1352, ddicker@januselevator.com. 

Howard joins Janus with over 10 years of elevator experience in the Southern California area.  She has previously worked as a Senior Account Manager for ThyssenKrupp.  Her territory will include the Metro Los Angeles and San Diego areas.  Howard will also be responsible for establishing a stocking location for Janus products (safety edges, phones and some parts) in the L.A. area.  This new location, expected to be operational by September of 2008, will enable Janus to deliver select products faster and at a lower cost along the West Coast.  Howard can be reached at 877-JANUS70, phoward@januselvator.com.

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Luke Farrell joins elevator products manufacturer

Hauppauge, New York (January 10, 2008) – To increase customer support and speed turnaround, elevator equipment specialist Janus Elevator Products has appointed Luke Farrell to the newly created position of Quoting Engineer.

Farrell’s primary responsibility will be to serve as a key customer contact especially for the company’s Monitor Controls fixture line, reviewing customer specifications to develop equipment quotes tailored to job requirements.  He will also support sales of the company’s elevator safety edges, phones and display products.  Additionally, he will perform field surveys on future job sites as needed.

Farrell comes to Janus from printed circuit board manufacturer Photocircuits (Long Island, NY).  During his eight year tenure, he worked his way up from machine operator to service engineering.  Working in the prototype department, Farrell was responsible for job quoting, planning and manufacturing, often under tight three day shipping deadlines. 

“Monitor has always had a reputation for quick quote turnarounds,” explained Janus Quoting Manager Paul Kersh.  “Adding Luke to the team will ensure we continue to provide this fast response, even as our business continues to grow.”

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Joel Frohlinger to manage sales in Mid-East Coast region

Hauppauge, New York (November 21, 2007) – Elevator equipment specialist Janus Elevator Products has appointed Joel Frohlinger Account Manager, Mid-East Coast.

In his new role, Frohlinger will manage sales for Janus’ door safety edges, emergency communication telephones and systems, and display products.  His Mid-East Coast territory will include New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC.

Frohlinger brings over 35 years of elevator industry experience to his new role at Janus.  He has spent the bulk of his career as owner and president of Able Elevator & Door Repair Co. Inc. (Long Island City, N.Y.).  During this time he developed both hands-on field technical experience and operational management skills.

A Former National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC) Board Director, and Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) Trustee, Frohlinger is a member of the Elevator Industry Association (EIA) and the Elevator Conference New York (ECNY).  He is also one of the founding organizers of, and a yearly participant in, the Pop Frohlinger Joe Marchese Memorial Invitational Golf Outing.  This event, now in its thirty-third year, is one of the largest annual fundraisers for the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation (EESF).  Frohlinger is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma.

“Joel’s industry experience and reputation will be invaluable as he works with Janus customers in the Mid-East region,” said Janus Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Patricia Seniw.  “As a former customer, installing and servicing a wide variety of elevator brands, he has great first-hand knowledge of how Janus products operate.”

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Halma Elevator Division logo brings together global sister companies under one corporate identity

Hauppauge, New York (October 24, 2007) – Janus Elevator Products has adopted a new logo to reflect the company’s changing business identity.  Sister U.S.-based Halma group companies Electronic Micro Systems (EMS) and Monitor Controls Inc. were folded into Janus in 2005 and 2006, respectively.  More recently, the company has also united with international sister companies, Memco (headquartered in the UK) and TL Jones/E-Motive Display (headquartered in Singapore), to form a global distribution network for all the company’s elevator products.  

The Halma elevator division companies have established sales offices all over the world and each company has expanded its offerings to encompass products across the range.  Customers on all levels of the industry supply chain now have local sales and service contacts with a high level of supply and support for Janus, Memco and TL Jones door safety detector edges, E-Motive display technologies, Electronic Micro Systems (EMS) phones and phone systems, and Monitor Controls’ fixtures.

“The new logo is a visual representation of the brands and services we now offer,” explained Janus’ President, Mike Byrne.  “Each of the brands has such a strong reputation in the marketplace, it just made sense to keep them as part of the identity of our new organization.”

Customers in North and South America, visit www.januselevator.com, or contact Janus at 1 800-527-9156 for more information.  European customers, visit www.memco.co.uk, or contact Memco at +44 (0)1628 770 734.  Asia Pacific customers, visit www.tljones.com, or contact TL Jones at +64 3 3494456.

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Hauppauge, N.Y. (December 14, 2006) – Vince Parshall has re-joined Elevator fixture manufacturer, Monitor Controls Inc., in the role of Region Sales Manager, covering the Mid-West, Central and Southern areas. 

In his new position, Parshall will be charged with supporting existing customers, as well as building new relationships with representatives and end users in his assigned territories.  He brings 11 years of elevator and product experience from stints with Kone and Fujitec, Monitor Controls and Kings III. 

“Vince’s customer focus, broad product knowledge and proactive approach are a great fit for Monitor’s culture of growth through superior customer service,” said Patricia Seniw, VP of Sales and Marketing.  “He will be a strong addition in these important market areas.”

Monitor Controls Inc., part of Janus Elevator Products Inc., located in Hauppauge, N.Y., has 50 years experience manufacturing a complete line of elevator fixtures that are ADA, ASME, CSA and local code compliant.  Numerous standard products, as well as custom designs, materials and finishes, are available to suit project specifications.  For more information about Monitor’s products, visit the company’s website at www.mcontrols.com or call 877-849-4334.

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Hauppauge, New York (August 24, 2006) – Janus Elevator Products Inc., a subsidiary of Halma Holdings, has reorganized its business, incorporating sister Halma group companies Electronic Micro Systems (EMS) and Monitor Controls Inc.  The company will continue to do business under its current name, with the addition of the EMS communication products and Monitor elevator fixtures to its existing brands of Janus detector edges and E-Motive USA display products.

The new organization will be led by President and Regional Managing Director, Mike Byrne.  Byrne has served as President of Janus for the past 16 years.  He will be assisted by a Board of Directors that includes Vice President of Finance, Alan Ritter and Vice President of Sales and Marketing Patricia Seniw.

 “This new entity will be one of the strongest independent elevator components suppliers, with global capabilities,” explained John Campbell, Halma Holding’s Divisional Chief Executive, Elevator and Door Safety Products.  “With the strong Board of Directors we’ve assembled, the company will be able to streamline its operations and financial management while expanding its reach to better serve customers across North America.”  With more efficient operations, customers can expect to see increased new product development and improved manufacturing turnaround times.

While the company expects to change some responsibilities and reporting structures, it does not anticipate any job losses with the new structure.  As all of the companies currently share a single facility located in Hauppauge, Long Island, no relocations will be required. 

The company celebrated the new organization with an employee event August 10th.  After kicking off the “Janus Jamboree” with a joint address from Campbell and Byrne expressing appreciation to employees of all of the brands for their contributions, employees were able to mingle a enjoy a catered barbeque with DJ provided music.

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