Web-based alert boosts lift, escalator reliability
The Free Press Journal|July 16, 2024
WR's new technology reduces downtime and increases availability for passengers
Kamal Mishra
Web-based alert boosts lift, escalator reliability

The Mumbai division of Western Railway (WR) has implemented advanced technology to enhance the maintenance of lifts and escalators, introducing a centralised monitoring system. This initiative has reduced downtime and increased availability for passengers.

According to a senior official, the average downtime for escalators, previously 35 to 40 minutes daily, has now been reduced to 15 to 20 minutes with the new web-based monitoring system.

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