Consulting Specialties

System Design

BIM for Elevators

MH Vertical’s unique Parametric 3D Modeling can give you a unique look into the best elevators for your building or project. Adapting European programs to US market via proprietary code, MH Vertical can draft an interactive 3D model of your elevator- one that will reflect how the elevator will look and work at scale. These models are more detailed and efficient than your standard models made without this new incorporation of BIM technology.

These 3D Parametric Models can help you to answer many questions such as: What effects will the noise and vibrations of an elevator have on tenants? How many elevators will your building need? How big should they be, and how much weight should they hold? How fast should they go?

Whether you’re constructing a luxury high-rise or an affordable housing structure, you want your new elevators in new buildings to be safe, efficient, and most importantly, work as intended. And you definitely don’t want tenants to be so frustrated that they go to the media or local government.

When issues plague new elevators, it can be difficult to pinpoint what exactly went wrong, or whose fault it was. With the help of MH Vertical, we can help you take steps to ensure that everything runs smoothly from drafting to installation to use. If issues do plague your elevators even after tenants move in, we can quickly assess what went wrong so that you can amend the issue before any long-term problems begin to detract from the value of your building.

Faulty Construction

Claims

Insurance claims involve the process of requesting payment or compensation for covered losses, damages, or liabilities under an insurance policy. Legal disputes involving claims often arise in cases of denied claims, coverage disputes, bad faith practices, and liability assessments. A qualified claims expert witness like Mitchell Hellman provides key insights into insurance policy interpretation, claims handling practices, and industry standards, offering expert testimony in cases involving denied claims, underpayments, and bad faith litigation.

Equipment and Elevator Failures

Elevators are essential to the functioning of New York City, but they’re complicated pieces of mechanical and electrical engineering. Accidents involving elevators can therefore be complicated, as these accidents can stem from human error, mechanical failure, faulty design, or improper maintenance. A great elevator expert understands the design, maintenance standards, safety standards of elevators, and an elevator expert witness can give testimony on elevator safety, maintenance procedures, and operational failures. They analyze whether the elevator met safety regulations at the time of the incident and assess whether negligence in maintenance, inspection, or design contributed to the accident. Their expertise helps clarify the technical aspects of elevator operations for the court.

Slips and Falls

Anyone can slip and fall- but when it comes to slips and falls in or around elevators or escalators, it’s important to have an expert on hand who can assess whether or not victims are injured due to unsafe conditions, poor maintenance, or negligence. An expert witness like Mitchell Hellman can add value to a case by giving a testimony to the court that can help those present to understand any safety and liability expectations.

Construction

Claims made during periods of construction can cover a diverse field- from contract disputes to project delays, defective workmanship to safety issues, or even issues related to budgeting and scheduling. Legal disputes can arise from mismanagement, non-compliance with contractual obligations, or unforeseen site conditions. Expert analysis is required to evaluate whether the construction project adhered to the terms of the contract, industry standards, and applicable laws. Many elevator and escalator issues begin at the point of construction, and at MH Vertical, we’re here to help you untangle these issues.

Due Diligence

Due diligence refers to the process of undergoing voluntary investigation before taking part in some type of legal process, such a contractual agreement. Ensuring that your business is taking proper due diligence, or ensuring that another party is taking theirs, can be a difficult undertaking. In situations that include a report or analysis of mergers and acquisitions, insurance contracts, claims handling, buy/sell agreements, or sourcing, having an expert in due diligence assist can help you to save time and money.

Control Systems

Automated control systems are integral to modern industrial processes, including in the creation of new elevators, enabling precise control and automation of machinery, production lines, and other complex systems. These systems are essential for improving efficiency, safety, and accuracy. An expert in elevator control systems has specialized knowledge in the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation technologies and control systems for elevators. An expert like Mitchell Hellman is skilled in analyzing system architectures, evaluating the performance of control systems, and troubleshooting issues related to system failures or inefficiencies. He can also ensure that control systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Structural Performance

A skilled structural performance consultant can evaluate structural performance and investigate structural failures. Mitchell Hellman has years of experience in structural engineering. His expertise includes structural analysis, structural design, and structural performance of elevators and escalators.