DRAKA ELEVATOR AND EHC GLOBAL UNVEIL PLANS TO REBRAND AS “DRAKA EHC” BRINGING TOGETHER TWO LEADERS AND INNOVATORS IN THE VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY

 

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C., April 26, 2021 – Draka Elevator and EHC Global today announced plans to rebrand as “Draka EHC” bringing together two leaders and innovators in the vertical transportation industry. A brand of the Prysmian Group, Draka EHC is strategically positioned to provide a comprehensive portfolio of value-added products, services and integrated solutions for elevators, escalators and moving walks.

 

“The Draka and EHC brands hold similar principles and values and share a common vision and passion for developing innovative and sustainable products, services and integrated solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the most challenging demands of the vertical transportation industry,” said Sterrett Lloyd, President, Draka EHC. “With nearly 80 years of combined experience and leadership, Draka EHC not only represents the coming together of two trusted and respected brands, but also reaffirms our commitment to providing value-added solutions and delivering an exceptional customer experience under one roof. We are Stronger Together!”

 

Draka is a leading solutions provider including manufacturing, component supply chain and distribution capabilities. Offering an ever-expanding product line, Draka provides cables, suspensions means (wire rope, coated steel rope, coated steel belt), compensation chain, wireway, specialty tools, hardware, and components for new installations, modernizations and repair markets. Draka also offers customized solutions and supply chain integration management to OEMs and independent elevator contractors worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.prysmiangroup.com/en/markets/transportation-and-mobility/elevators.

 

EHC has established itself as a leading manufacturer and supplier of escalator handrails, UV-C handrail sterilizers, safety brushes, rollers, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management, and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks, servicing both the new construction and replacement markets. For more information, visit https://staging.drakaehc.com.

 

In January 2021, Prysmian Group announced the completion of the acquisition of EHC Global, paving the way for the creation of the new Elevator and Escalator Business Unit, together with the Draka Elevator business.

 

 

Prysmian Group

Prysmian Group is world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. With almost 140 years of experience, sales of over €10 billion, about 28,000 employees in over 50 countries and 104 plants, the Group is strongly positioned in high-tech markets and offers the widest possible range of products, services, technologies and know-how. It operates in the businesses of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, of special cables for applications in many different industries and of medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. For the telecommunications industry, the Group manufactures cables and accessories for voice, video and data transmission, offering a comprehensive range of optical fibres, optical and copper cables and connectivity systems. Prysmian is a public company, listed on the Italian Stock Exchange in the FTSE MIB index.

 

 

Media Relations

John M. Calderón
Global Director of Marketing and Communications
Draka EHC
Ph. 647.456.7547
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

 

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EHC Global Supplies Red NT ColourRail™ Escalator Handrails to Złote Tarasy Commercial, Office, and Entertainment Complex in Warsaw, Poland

July 28, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC), a leading manufacturer of components, technical services and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry, is proud to announce the recent installation of red NT ColourRail™ escalator handrails at the Złote Tarasy commercial, office, and entertainment complex in Warsaw, Poland. Located next to the Warsaw Central Railway Station and Palace of Culture and Science, the Złote Tarasy opened to the public in 2007. With more than 21 million visitors a year, Złote Tarasy features over 200 stores and 40 restaurants located on five levels. The mixed used development also includes a multiplex cinema, high-rise office building, over 1580 parking spaces and a pedestrian network that links the train station with the historic city center.

NT ColourRail™ is available in standard and custom colours and features an easy-to-maintain high-gloss finish that enhances the overall appearance of escalators and moving walks and encourages customers to hold the handrail. In addition to improved aesthetics and risk mitigation, installing NT ColourRail™ can provide building owners and property managers with other value-added benefits including enhanced wayfinding, brand activation and rider experience.

Developed by EHC, the patented NT handrail platform features an easy-to-maintain, high-gloss finish and is an environmentally friendly and technologically advanced alternative to conventional rubber handrails. The NT suite of value-added solutions, collectively referred to as “NT+”, has been engineered to provide enhanced safety, wayfinding, aesthetics, brand activation, physical distancing, and reliability to building owners and property managers. Available in a wide range of profiles, NT handrail is recyclable and is available in standard and custom colours. The NT+ product family includes ColourRail™, SafeRail™, MotionRail™, BrandRail™, AMRail™, and ADRail™.  EHC also offers a Handrail Cleaning Solution that will not compromise the strength, performance life or warranty of NT and TufFlex handrails.

 

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

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Media Contact:

John M. Calderon
Director of Marketing & Communications
EHC GLOBAL
1287 Boundary Road
Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7
O: 905-432-6600, Ext. 217
M: 647-456-7547
www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

 

High resolution photographs available upon request.

 

EHC Global Supplies Red NT ColourRail Escalator Handrails to Zlote Tarasy Commercial, Office, and Entertainment Complex in Warsaw, Poland

EHC Global's NT ColourRail and the NT+ Advantage

Red Handrails on an escalator at Złote Tarasy complex

Red Handrails on an escalator at Złote Tarasy complex

Red Handrails on escalators at Złote Tarasy complex

Red Handrails on an escalator at Złote Tarasy complex

Red Handrails on escalators at Złote Tarasy complex

 

 

Prysmian Group to Acquire EHC Global

To Our Valued and Respected Customers,

We are pleased to announce that EHC Global (EHC) has entered into an agreement to sell 100% of EHC to Prysmian Group. The completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

Prysmian Group’s Draka Elevator business, based in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is a leading manufacturer of engineered elevator cables with over 35 years of experience in the lift industry. Under the leadership of Sterrett Lloyd, Draka Elevator has built a global reputation for providing high-quality, innovative components essential for safe, efficient, and reliable elevator operation.

This is a very exciting, strategic and historic event for both companies, for our employees, and our customers. EHC and Draka Elevator are well-established, respected and highly complementary companies with nearly 80 years of combined experience and leadership in the global vertical transportation industry. Both organizations hold similar principles and values and share a common vision and passion for developing innovative and sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the most challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. We now have a great opportunity to build upon this incredible foundation and further strengthen our world-leading brands.

Following the completion of the transaction, our organizations will be working closely together to smoothly integrate our operations and to develop and implement strategies that are in the best long-term interests of our customers and global distribution partners.

In the coming weeks, we will reach out to you with additional information regarding the transaction and the benefits we believe it will bring to your organization and to your customers. Until the completion of the transaction, please continue on a business-as-usual basis, with your existing EHC Sales and Service representatives.

Please join us as we embark on an exciting and prosperous future for our customers, partners and employees.

Thank you and best regards,

 

Ronald Ball, Founder & Chairman

Jeno Eppel, President & CEO

EHC Global Announces NT SafeRail™ Escalator Handrail Installation at Network Rail’s London Bridge Station in the United Kingdom

July 21, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC) is proud to announce the recent installation of NT SafeRail escalator handrail at Network Rail’s London Bridge station in the United Kingdom (UK). Network Rail’s iconic London Bridge is the oldest rail terminus in London and the fourth busiest station in the UK, bringing over 55 million passengers into the city each year. These handrails feature permanent safety graphics on the surface that remind passengers to hold the handrail to reduce the risk of personal injury. These safety graphics also function as motion indicators and can be used to encourage physical distancing.

Available with standard and custom safety graphics, NT SafeRail™ features an easy-to-maintain high-gloss finish that also enhances the overall appearance of escalators and encourages customers to hold the handrail. NT SafeRail is part of the Safety+ integrated suite of products and services specifically designed to mitigate risk, meet safety code requirements (e.g., EN115, ASME A17.1, CSA B44, etc.), and promote safe and responsible use of escalators and moving walks. Other Safety+ solutions include LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization, SafeGuard Signage and Deck Barricades, Safety Brushes, Automated Messaging System, the Virtual Assistant, and Service Barricades.

Developed by EHC, the patented NT handrail platform features an easy-to-maintain, high-gloss finish and is an environmentally friendly and technologically advanced alternative to conventional rubber handrails. The NT suite of value-added solutions, collectively referred to as “NT+”, has been engineered to provide enhanced safety, wayfinding, aesthetics, brand activation, physical distancing, and reliability to building owners and property managers. Available in a wide range of profiles, NT handrail is recyclable and is available in standard and custom colours. The NT+ product family includes ColourRail™, SafeRail™, MotionRail™, BrandRail™, AMRail™, and ADRail™.  EHC also offers a Handrail Cleaning Solution that will not compromise the strength, performance life or warranty of NT and TufFlex handrails. To learn more about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

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Media Contact:
John M. Calderon
Director of Marketing
EHC GLOBAL
1287 Boundary Road
Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7
O: 905-432-6600, Ext. 217
M: 647-456-7547
www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

High-resolution photos available upon request.

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EHC Global Nominated for Elevator World 2020 Ellies Award in the Category of “Best Supplier – Safety Products”

 

July 20, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC) is proud to announce that it has been nominated for a 2020 Ellies Award in the category of “Best Supplier – Safety Products.” An awards program created by Elevator World, Inc., the Ellies recognizes North American elevator and escalator industry businesses that go above and beyond for their customers, employees, communities and the industry as a whole. Ellies voting takes place August 3 through August 17 at https://www.elevatorworld.com/ellies.

“EHC Global is committed to helping to make the world a better and safer place by developing innovative products and delivering services and integrated solutions, including Safety+, that are a reflection of excellence, mitigate risk and help to enhance safety on escalators, moving walks and elevators,” says Jeno Eppel, President and Chief Executive Officer of EHC. “Congratulations to all of the other companies nominated for a 2020 Ellies Award.”

Safety+ is a suite of integrated products and services specifically designed to mitigate risk, meet safety code requirements (e.g., EN115, ASME A17.1, CSA B44, etc.), increase cleanliness, promote physical distancing, and encourage safe and responsible use of escalators and moving walks. Safety+ solutions include NT+ Handrail, LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization, SafeGuard Signage and Deck Barricades, Safety/Skirt Brushes, Automated Messaging Systems, the Virtual Assistant, and Service Barricades.

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

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Media Contact:
John M. Calderon
Director of Marketing
EHC GLOBAL
1287 Boundary Road
Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7
O: 905-432-6600, Ext. 217
M: 647-456-7547
www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

 

EHC Nominated for Elevator World 2020 Ellies Award Category, “Best Supplier – Safety Products”

Nominated for Elevator World 2020 Ellies Award in the Category of “Best Supplier – Safety Products”

EHC Global Supplies Brown NT ColourRail™ Escalator Handrails to Aupark Shopping Mall and Entertainment Centre in Bratislava, Slovakia

July 15, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC), a leading manufacturer of components, technical services and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry, is proud to announce the recent installation of brown NT ColourRail™ escalator handrails at the Aupark shopping mall and entertainment centre in Bratislava, Slovakia. Aupark opened to the public in 2001 and underwent an expansion in 2015. With nearly 12 million visitors a year, Aupark features over 200 stores and a wide selection of restaurants, entertainment options and other amenities. The centre consists of four above-ground floors and one underground level.

Aupark’s interior architecture and design elements feature brown earth tones throughout as well as many natural materials including wood railings and facades, water features, and rainforest-inspired plant strings that are suspended from the glass ceiling and reach down to the lower level. Brown NT ColourRail™ high-gloss handrails enhance the overall appearance of the escalators, complement the wood grain cladding, and helps to deliver a safe and hands-on tactile experience to Aupark visitors as they move from one level to another.

NT ColourRail™ is available in standard and custom colours and features an easy-to-maintain high-gloss finish that enhances the overall appearance of escalators and moving walks and encourages customers to hold the handrail. In addition to improved aesthetics and risk mitigation, installing NT ColourRail™ can provide building owners and property managers with other value-added benefits including enhanced wayfinding, brand activation and rider experience.

Developed by EHC, the patented NT handrail platform features an easy-to-maintain, high-gloss finish and is an environmentally friendly and technologically advanced alternative to conventional rubber handrails. The NT suite of value-added solutions, collectively referred to as “NT+”, has been engineered to provide enhanced safety, wayfinding, aesthetics, brand activation, physical distancing, and reliability to building owners and property managers. Available in a wide range of profiles, NT handrail is recyclable and is available in standard and custom colours. The NT+ product family includes ColourRail™, SafeRail™, MotionRail™, BrandRail™, AMRail™, and ADRail™.  EHC also offers a Handrail Cleaning Solution that will not compromise the strength, performance life or warranty of NT and TufFlex handrails. To learn more about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally.

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Media Contact:
John M. Calderon
Director of Marketing & Communications
EHC GLOBAL
1287 Boundary Road
Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7
O: 905-432-6600, Ext. 217
M: 647-456-7547

www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

 

High resolution photographs available upon request.

 

 

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EHC Global Supplies Custom Pink NT ColourRail™ Escalator Handrails to Liverpool’s Flagship Department Store in Mexico City

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 25, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC), a leading manufacturer of components, technical services and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry, is proud to announce the recent installation of custom pink NT ColourRail™ escalator handrails at Liverpool’s flagship department store located in the Paseo Interlomas shopping mall in Mexico City, Mexico. Liverpool is a mid-to-high end retailer and part of El Puerto de Liverpool, Mexico’s largest chain of department stores. Founded in 1847, El Puerto de Liverpool operates 122 stores under the Liverpool name, 157 stores under the Suburbia name, and 28 Galerías shopping centers.

NT ColourRail™ is available in standard and custom colours and features an easy-to-maintain high-gloss finish that enhances the overall appearance of escalators and moving walks and encourages customers to hold the handrail. In addition to improved aesthetics and risk mitigation, installing NT ColourRail™ can provide building owners and property managers with other value-added benefits including enhanced wayfinding, brand activation and rider experience.

The NT+ product family includes ColourRail™, SafeRail™, MotionRail™, BrandRail™, AMRail™, and ADRail™. Available in a wide range of profiles, NT handrail is recyclable, easy-to-clean and requires minimal maintenance. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

NT ColourRail Product details

 

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

 

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Media Contact:
John M. Calderon
Director of Marketing
EHC GLOBAL
1287 Boundary Road
Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7
O: 905-432-6600, Ext. 217
M: 647-456-7547
www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com

EHC Global Launches LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Solution for Escalators and Moving Walks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 20, 2020 (Oshawa, Canada) ─ EHC Global (EHC), a leading manufacturer of components, technical services and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry, is pleased to announce the introduction of its LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Solution for escalators and moving walks. The compact LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module is mounted internally, which provides several key advantages over externally mounted devices. These benefits include the elimination of risks and costs associated with entrapment (fingers, clothing, etc.), damage caused by impact, vandalism, theft, unnecessary downtime, and the obstruction of ingress and egress access on escalators and moving walks.

 

EHC initially introduced the LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module to industry partners in 2018. In response to the growing demand for enhanced cleanliness, antimicrobial protection and disinfection of high-traffic touch points such as handrails on escalators and moving walks, EHC has ramped up commercial production and availability of the LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module in key markets. These vertical transportation devices are relied upon by millions of people everyday in public transit systems, airports, hospitals, shopping malls, office buildings, convention centers, sports venues, and other urban spaces around the world.

 

Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) utilizing UV-C technology has been proven to be effective against pathogens such as bacteria and viruses, by penetrating their cells and damaging the DNA or RNA that contain their genetic code. When properly installed by a licensed technician, the LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module will not compromise the structural integrity, performance or warranty of NT thermoplastic polyurethane or TufFlex rubber handrail.

 

“EHC Global is committed to helping to make the world a better place by developing products and delivering technical services and integrated solutions that are a reflection of excellence and enhance passenger safety and customer experience,” and Patrick Bothwell, Vice President of Sales. “UV-C Handrail Sterilization combined with NT AMRail Antimicrobial Handrail, EHC Cleaner and Polish, and SafeGuard Signage offers a multi-pronged solution, identifying to escalator riders that the handrail surface is protected.”

 

Safety+ is an integrated solution and suite of products and services specifically designed to mitigate risk, meet safety code requirements, and promote safe and responsible use of escalators and moving walks. In addition to the LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module, the Safety+ portfolio includes NT+ Handrail Solutions (AMRail, SafeRail, and MotionRail), Safety Signage, Deck Barricades, Safety Brushes, Automated Messaging System, The Virtual Assistant, Antimicrobial Handrail Film, and Service Barricades.

 

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

 

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MEDIA CONTACT:

John M. Calderón
Director of Marketing and Communications
EHC Global
1287 Boundary Road, Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7, Canada
Office: +1 (905) 432-6600 Ext. 217 | Mobile: +1 (647) 456-7547 | Email: john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com
www.ehc-global.com

COVID-19 Preparedness and Business Continuation Update

EHC Global Production Facilities and Supply Chain Operations Remain Open and Ready to Serve Customers

                                                                                                                        

To Our Valued Customers in North America,

 

As EHC Global (EHC) continues to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we remained committed to maintaining of all essential functions that are critical to the operation of our business as well as the support and services we provide to our customers.

Our COVID-19 Response Management Teams around the world meet regularly to review developments, monitor guidance and best practices, review the status of our preparations and consider any required adjustments to our production plans and policies. We are also making decisions based on recommendations and instructions provided by local, regional and national authorities.

 

Production & Supply Chain Operations

Our production facilities in China, Canada, Brazil, Germany, Spain and France continue to operate and fulfil customer orders for handrails, rollers, safety brushes and other lift components. Our global Supply Chain team is working hard to ensure that we have the necessary materials and supplies on hand to meet our immediate and future production requirements.

 

Field Services

Our team will be contacting all customers with whom we have booked and confirmed handrail field splicing projects on an individual basis to mutually agree upon the best way to move forward.

 

Sales & Customer Support

Our dedicated sales and support teams are able to continue to serve your needs regardless of their location and we have invested in underlying technology platforms and solutions that are reliable and secure.

 

Handrail Sterilization and Antimicrobial Solutions

We continue to accelerate the commercial launch of our LED UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module and is in the final stages of UL certification. Additionally, NT AMRail handrail is also available to your customers to enhance passenger safety and provide an added level of protection to passengers on escalators and moving walks. NT AMRail combined with the UV-C Handrail Sterilization Module offers a two-pronged solution, identifying to riders that the handrail surface is protected.

We hope this information is helpful and will provide guidance in your ongoing interactions with EHC and its team members. Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated and we will continue to provide you with updates on a regular basis.

 

Regards,

 

 

Jeff Coles

Managing Director, North America

EHC Global Business Continuity Notification – North America (Canada & USA)

To Our Valued Customers and External Stakeholders in North America,

EHC Global (EHC) is actively monitoring the outbreak and spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and is taking action to help reduce and contain the spread of COVID-19, while managing the potential safety risks created by a disruption in EHC operations. We are committed to the continuation of all essential functions that are critical to the operation of our business as well as the support and services we provide to our customers and external stakeholders.

We have a COVID-19 Response Management Team in place to monitor the evolving situation, access expert advice and guide our planning and decision-making process. The team meets regularly to review developments, monitor guidance and best practices, review the status of our preparations and consider any required adjustments to our plans and policies. We are also making decisions based on recommendations and instructions provided by local, regional and national authorities.

Where possible, our sales and support teams are able to continue to serve your needs regardless of their location and we have invested in underlying technology platforms and solutions that are reliable and secure. We have implemented the following measures to ensure the health and well-being of our employees, customers, other external stakeholders, and the communities we live and work in:

  • Employees that experience cold or flu-like symptoms are asked to stay home and we request that our vendors, customers, and visitors do the same.
  • Extension of our existing work-from-home policies for all personnel.
  • We have educated and informed our employees regarding the symptoms and preventative measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
  • Cleaning procedures have been enhanced in our offices as follows:
    • Wiping door handles, keypads and surfaces with disinfecting wipes multiple times per day.
    • Adding additional hand sanitizing solutions throughout all of our offices.
  • All employees working in offices must work at distances of at least 2 metres from each other.
  • Ongoing communication with our customers and vendors relating to their response and capabilities during this period.
  • Depending on the severity of the situation, we will implement plans for office staff and service and installation personnel to minimize the risk of exposure and spreading any infection.

Temporary Travel Restrictions

In accordance with national and World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations relating to restricted air travel, and in the interest of the health and safety of our employees and external stakeholders, EHC has enacted temporary travel restrictions for all our staff. Until further notice, travel by public means, including air, rail, and public transit, is strictly prohibited.

Our team will be contacting all customers with whom we have booked and confirmed field splicing projects on an individual basis to mutually agree upon the best way to move forward.

We hope this information is helpful and will provide guidance in your ongoing interactions with EHC and its team members. Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated.

 

Regards,

Jeff Coles
Managing Director, North America

EHC Global Business Continuity Notification – Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)

To Our Valued Customers and External Stakeholders in Europe, Middle East & Africa,

EHC Global (EHC) is actively monitoring the outbreak and spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are committed to the continuation of all essential functions that are critical to the operation of our business as well as the support and services we provide to our customers and external stakeholders. Accordingly, we are currently taking and will continue to take precautions in line with local and national authorities.

Going forward, we will implement additional measures as necessary to ensure the health and well-being of our employees, customers, and other external stakeholders.

EHC has enacted the following policies and processes:

  • Employees that experience cold or flu-like symptoms are asked to stay home and we request that our vendors, customers, and visitors do the same.
  • Extension of our existing work-from-home policies for all personnel.
  • We have educated and informed our employees regarding the symptoms and preventative measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
  • Cleaning procedures have been enhanced in our offices as follows:
    • Wiping door handles, keypads and surfaces with disinfecting wipes multiple times per day.
    • Adding additional hand sanitizing solutions throughout all of our offices.
  • All employees working in offices must work at distances of at least 2 metres from each other.
  • Ongoing communication with our customers and vendors relating to their response and capabilities during this period.
  • Depending on the severity of the situation, we will implement plans for office staff and service and installation personnel to minimize the risk of exposure and spreading any infection.

Temporary Travel Restrictions
In accordance with national and World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations relating to restricted air travel, and in the interest of the health and safety of our employees and external stakeholders, EHC has enacted temporary travel restrictions for all our staff. Until further notice, travel by public means, including air, rail, and public transit, is strictly prohibited.

EHC field personnel from Spain and the Czech Republic have been repatriated to their respective home countries and will remain there until further notice.

Our team will be contacting all customers with whom we have booked and confirmed installation projects on an individual basis to mutually agree upon the best way to move forward.

We hope this information is helpful and will provide guidance in your ongoing interactions with EHC and its team members. Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated.

 

Regards,

Norman Rosnersky
Managing Director, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
EHC Global

 

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EHC Global Appoints Olaf Müller to Field Operations Director for Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)

In his new role as Field Operations Director, Olaf Müller will lead and grow EHC’s Field Operations Department in the EMEA region, which includes the installation, assembly and modernization of escalators and moving walks. This new role has been created to respond to the needs of the market to provide comprehensive technical services for small and large scale projects. Reporting to Norman Rosnersky, EMEA Managing Director, Olaf will manage EHC’s field operations and project management teams based in Germany, France and Spain with a common goal of executing projects that are a reflection of excellence.

About EHC Global Inc.

Established in 1977, EHC Global Inc. (EHC) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of handrails, rollers, safety brushes, elevator belts, strategic components, and integrated solutions to the vertical transportation industry. EHC also provides a comprehensive range of technical services to OEMs including field-splicing, Service+, project management and assembly, installation, removal, and modernization of escalators and moving walks. Each day, EHC helps millions of people all over the world move safely and comfortably in public transit systems, airports, office buildings, convention centers, shopping centers, hospitals, condominiums, and other urban spaces. EHC is committed to developing sustainable solutions that optimize safety, enhance value, and meet the challenging demands of OEMs, designers, building owners, and facility managers. To accomplish this, EHC employs top material scientists and engineers and continues to invest in R&D, product development, and next-generation polymer and composite extrusion technology. EHC has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Brazil, and China and a global network of sales offices including Mexico, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the USA as well as EHC partners in all major markets globally. For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

 

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Media Contact:

John M. Calderón
Director of Marketing
EHC Global
1287 Boundary Road, Oshawa, ON L1J 6Z7 (Canada)
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M: 647-456-7547
www.ehc-global.com
john.calderon@staging.drakaehc.com