VideoEvac is specifically designed for use in evacuation elevators. Video feeds from building floors provide a more accurate situational assessment:
In buildings where evacuation via staircases is not fast or feasible due to immobile persons, specially designed evacuation elevators are used in emergency situations. The updated EN 81-76:2026-01 defines new requirements for these evacuation elevators.
This is particularly relevant for
where stair evacuation is not a safe option in an emergency.
For remotely assisted evacuation, the standard now requires that, in addition to existing audio communication systems, video feeds from the floors must also be available to allow for a more accurate assessment of the situation.
For evacuation, the corresponding floor is first selected. The display then automatically switches to the associated detailed view. There, the video stream is shown in a large format while a voice connection is established simultaneously. In addition, buttons are available to send the elevator to the selected floor or return it to the evacuation floor.
VideoEvac is integrated into existing elevator systems via a direct connection to the elevator control system. Communication can be implemented either through I/O signals or via CANopen Lift.
For new installations and modernization projects – let’s discuss how EN 81-76:2026-01 can be implemented with VideoEvac.
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