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News | June 2021

VFA-Interlift: dismissals and new treasurer

The VFA-Interlift e.V. has now dismissed two employees – including its technical consultant Jan König. In addition, the remaining board of directors has appointed a treasurer.

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News | June 2021

Brexit and its consequences for the lift sector

Great Britain has not been part of the EU single market and customs union since 1 January 2021. The article by Jan König treats the consequences for the lift sector.

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News | June 2021

Changes at Bernstein

Bernstein AG, based in Porta Westfalica, has reported two personnel changes at once.

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News | June 2021

“Vertimag” became “Vertima”

This year, Markus Stucke’s Vertima Aufzugs- und Gebäudetechnik celebrated its 20th anniversary. The name is part of the company’s history.

Photo: © IGV Group

News | June 2021

The Light is the protagonist

Cool and invigorating in the morning, warm and relaxing in the evening, the light is the protagonist in IGV Group's new lift, the company stresses. The futuristic elevator was designed by MaMa Design.

Photo: © Schmersal

News | June 2021

Schmersal: New managing director in China

The Schmersal Group has appointed Michele Seassaro as the new managing director of Schmersal Industrial Switchgear Co. Ltd. in Shanghai.

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News | May 2021

Electrical contact bridge by Kronenberg

Kronenberg has developed an electrical contact bridge (EKB). It is intended to enhance the safety of fitters on site.

News | May 2021

Changes to the ELA Board

A new ELA board has now been elected at the virtual general meetings of the European Lift Association (ELA).

News | May 2021

VFA-Forum interlift: new dates

interlift '21 has been postponed until spring 2022 due to the pandemic. The dates for the VFA-Forum interlift that accompanies the trade fair and submission of offers for papers have changed accordingly.

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VFA-Interlift: dismissals and new treasurer

Brexit and its consequences for the lift sector

Changes at Bernstein

“Vertimag” became “Vertima”

The Light is the protagonist

Schmersal: New managing director in China

Electrical contact bridge by Kronenberg

Changes to the ELA Board

VFA-Forum interlift: new dates