The emergency call button inside an elevator is a lifeline during a crisis. But if it’s connected to an aging analog system, that lifeline may fail just when it’s needed most. As legacy copper landlines are phased out, buildings must switch to cellular elevator phone systems to maintain safety, compliance, and communication reliability.
Analog vs. Cellular: What Building Operators Must Know
- Analog phones rely on copper landlines, many of which are being retired by telecom providers.
- Cellular elevator phones connect wirelessly through a robust, battery-backed system designed specifically for emergency use.
- Code compliance requires reliable communication, and older analog systems may already fall short of today’s standards.
Benefits of Upgrading to Cellular Elevator Phones
Making the switch isn’t just a technical upgrade—it’s a vital safety enhancement:
- Increased reliability even during power outages
- 24/7 monitoring and instant alerts if service is interrupted
- Leverage speed of modern mobile networks for faster emergency call connections
- Reduced long-term costs as analog line fees rise and cellular costs drop
- Compliance with ASME A17.1, IBC, and ADA requirements
- Leverages the LTE mobile network and use a traditional ADA-compliant hands-free phone in each elevator cab
Buildings still using analog systems installed more than a decade ago are at especially high risk. Many owners may not even realize the system is no longer operational—until it’s too late.
What Happens If You Don’t Upgrade?
A non-functioning elevator phone during an emergency exposes the building to:
- Life-threatening delays in rescue
- Increased liability and failed safety inspections
- Passenger complaints and reduced trust in building operations
Modernizing your elevator communication is not optional—it’s urgent.
Make The Transition to a Cellular Elevator Phone System
Good news: Upgrading is straightforward when done with an experienced partner. A professional team will handle the full process:
- Evaluate your current elevator phone setup
- Recommend the right cellular system for your building
- Install, configure, and test to ensure readiness
- Provide training and support to staff
Reliable elevator communication is about more than regulations—it’s about the safety of every person who enters your building.
Partner with a Safety-First Elevator Company
Fire preparedness, emergency training, and communication upgrades aren’t just checkboxes—they’re commitments to safety. The right elevator service partner makes all the difference.
That’s where Allied Elevator comes in. From routine inspections and code-compliant fire recall tests to full elevator modernization and cellular communication upgrades, Allied helps building teams prepare for the moments that matter most. With a hands-on approach and industry-leading expertise, Allied Elevator empowers property managers and owners to protect their buildings and the people inside them.
Contact Allied Elevator today
Contact us today for a fire safety audit or elevator communication assessment. Because elevators aren’t just equipment—they’re lifelines. And lifelines should always be secure and in optimal working order.
