Our Story Reflects Entrepreneurial Spirit and Vision

When Charles Lerch and Quentin Bates created the first independent elevator consulting firm 75 years ago, they didn’t anticipate 2,717 ft high towers in Dubai or traveling at 10m/s. But they were clear that dynamic changes in building technology and construction would be constant. And that building insight and guidance from trusted technical experts would be critical well into the future.

Today, our offices and capabilities around the world bring industry-leading expertise and technology to a far wider range of challenges. But our commitment to leadership remains constant.