Question: Which lift components are most commonly replaced during modernisation projects, and which parts reach end-of-life?
Which components are most commonly replaced during lift modernisation projects? Which parts of a lift require regular replacement, and which parts reach full end-of-life?
Answer: The building height, population and usage behaviour will have a huge impact.
Lift controllers, drives, buttons, indicators, door operators, and landing door mechanisms are used each time the lift is moving, and thus typically need replacement after 10 to 15 years. It will depend on the type and model, as some components become obsolete and replacement is not possible. Also, the building height, population and usage behaviour will have a huge impact. However, with low-rise lifts of 10 to 12 levels, replacing the entire lift would be more cost-effective.
This post appears in the June 2026 edition of The NSW Strata Magazine.
Andrew Batynski ABN Lift Consultants E: Andrew@abnlift.com P: 02 8004 6832
