Lift Industry Newsletter
September 2025
The updated edition of CIBSE Guide D: Transportation Systems in Buildings is now available. Recognised as the definitive reference in its field, the guide supports professionals involved in the design, specification, operation, and maintenance of lifts, escalators, and wider building transportation systems.
The new edition introduces a modular, easy-to-use format and delivers practical guidance on:
Interior circulation, human factors, and inclusive design
Lift traffic planning and performance optimisation
System types, components, controls, and drive technologies
Accessibility, sustainability, and environmental performance
Data integration, monitoring, and lifecycle planning
Aligned with current UK legislation, safety codes, and international best practice, Guide D provides the insight needed by engineers, architects, developers, facilities managers, regulators, and students.
Find out more HERE