Safety and Reducing Liability.

Argon Elevator Consulting is one of the nation’s leading experts in elevator and escalator litigation consulting.
We help building owners and managers reduce risk by applying deep expertise in vertical transportation liability. From code compliance and maintenance audits to modernization planning and elevator design, our services are grounded in real-world litigation insight.
Owning and operating elevators and escalators comes with inherent liabilities—Argon has the experience and is here to mitigate them for you.

About Us

Argon Elevator Consulting is a nationwide, vendor‑neutral firm with over 40 years of experience in elevator and escalator litigation consulting. We partner with property owners, managers, and legal teams across the US to provide expert witness services, risk‑mitigating maintenance audits, code compliance analysis, design review, modernization oversight, and traffic simulation planning. Owning and operating vertical transportation equipment comes with inherent liability—from accidents to code violations—and our litigation‑focused approach puts your risk front and center. With a proven track record in forensic investigations, courtroom testimony, and clear expert reporting, Argon helps you proactively reduce liability and strengthen defenses. Contact us today to discuss how our litigation expertise can protect your assets and peace of mind.

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Expert Witness

Elevator Litigation Support

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Argon Elevator Consulting provides specialized forensic investigations, elevator and escalator expert witness code-compliance analysis, and courtroom testimony for vertical-transportation cases nationwide. Our expertise helps legal teams navigate complex technical issues, ensuring a clear and defensible case. We offer credible, expert analysis for legal cases, assisting in resolving disputes efficiently and reducing client liability through thorough investigations.

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Our Expert Services in Elevator Consulting

Argon Elevator Consulting offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to ensure the safety, efficiency, and compliance of your vertical transportation systems. With over 40 years of experience, we provide expert solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our services cover every aspect of elevator and escalator systems.

Elevator Modernization
Elevator systems age—and with age comes complexity, cost, and liability. At Argon Elevator Consulting, we specialize in elevator modernization advisory, delivering objective, vendor‑neutral guidance from project planning through final acceptance. We develop performance-based specs, manage competitive bids, and oversee every phase—ensuring code compliance, optimized ROI, and controlled costs. Let Argon turn your modernization into a strategic upgrade with minimal risk. Contact us today to discuss how we can maximize your value and minimize your risk.
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Elevator Design & Planning
Build smarter from the start with Argon Elevator Consulting. We partner with architects, developers, and general contractors to deliver expert elevator design and planning services that align with your building’s function, flow, and budget. From traffic analysis and equipment selection to code compliance and construction coordination, Argon brings precision, independence, and decades of experience to every project. Don’t let vertical transportation become an afterthought—contact us early to ensure your building moves efficiently from day one.
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Maintenance Management Services
Stop overpaying for poor elevator service. Argon Elevator Consulting provides expert maintenance management solutions that protect your assets, reduce liability, and hold your elevator service provider accountable. Through proactive audits, contract reviews, performance tracking, and ongoing oversight, we ensure your elevators are safe, compliant, and properly maintained. We represent your interests—not the contractor’s. Contact Argon today to take control of your elevator maintenance.
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Equipment Condition Assessments
Know the true condition of your vertical transportation assets—before it costs you. Argon Elevator Consulting provides detailed, unbiased equipment assessments that identify wear, code deficiencies, obsolescence, and safety risks. Whether for capital planning, due diligence, or insurance support, our expert evaluations give you clear insight and actionable recommendations. Don’t guess—get clarity. Contact Argon today to schedule your elevator equipment assessment.
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Mainline Power Analysis
Unstable power is a silent threat to your elevator and escalator systems. Voltage drops, harmonics, and phase imbalances can cause shutdowns, equipment damage, and costly liability. Argon’s Mainline Power Analysis service identifies these hidden issues before they disrupt your building. With expert monitoring and diagnostics, we protect your vertical transportation systems—and your bottom line. Trust Argon to keep your power clean and your elevators moving.
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Your Trusted Partner in Vertical Transportation —From Design to Litigation, Argon Is the Elevator Expert You Need

At Argon Elevator Consulting, we’re more than just consultants—we’re your trusted partner in every phase of vertical transportation. With over 40 years of industry experience, we deliver expert guidance in elevator design, modernization, maintenance audits, code compliance, and litigation support. Whether you’re planning a new system or facing complex liability issues, Argon brings the insight, objectivity, and advocacy you need to protect your building and its occupants.

  • Litigation Support: Expert witness testimony and forensic investigations.
  • Elevator Modernization: Upgrading systems for safety and efficiency.
  • Maintenance Management: Ensuring quality and mitigating your liability
  • Vertical Traffic Analysis and Planning: New Construction
  • Non-Proprietary Specifications: Protecting future maintenance when applicable.
  • Mainline Power Analysis: Protect your equipment—and your liability—from dirty power.
Case Studies

Our Successful Projects

Explore our portfolio of completed elevator modernization and compliance projects demonstrating our expertise and experience.
Downtown Boston Elevator Modernization

Argon Elevator Consulting oversaw the full modernization of elevator systems in a Boston high-rise, delivering enhanced safety, code compliance, and operational efficiency for Boston Property Management Inc. Through strategic project management and value engineering, Argon achieved a 9% reduction in overall project costs.

  • Modern elevator upgrades
  • Safety & compliance
  • Operational efficiency
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Federal Building Compliance Audit

Argon Elevator Consulting conducted a comprehensive compliance audit for a federal government facility, evaluating adherence to all applicable codes and regulatory standards. Through detailed assessment and strategic intervention, Argon identified opportunities to repair or replace only the components requiring immediate attention—ultimately saving the facility approximately $136,000 in unnecessary modernization expenditures.

  • Code compliance audits
  • Federal standards
  • Safety assurance
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Personal Injury Litigation Support

Argon Elevator Consulting conducted a forensic investigation and provided expert witness services in a high-profile elevator-related personal injury case. Through detailed analysis and presentation of evidence, Argon successfully demonstrated that the Defendant’s negligent maintenance and repair practices directly contributed to the Plaintiff’s injury. Argon continues to provide expert witness services in elevator litigation cases across the United States.

  • Elevator Litigation support
  • Elevator Expert Witness
  • Escalator Expert Witness
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Argon Elevator Consulting's expertise and professionalism significantly improved our elevator modernization process. Their insights and strategic guidance helped us avoid costly errors and ensured compliance. Highly recommended.
Alex Johnson
Alex Johnson
Director of Operations, Majestic Properties

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Government Contracting

Supporting Federal Agencies

Argon Elevator Consulting, LLC is actively registered in SAM.gov and maintains a federal contractor profile through USFCR. We are positioned to support federal agencies and government contractors with expert elevator consulting services, including modernization consulting, new building design, compliance assessments, and litigation consulting. We understand the unique requirements of government projects and are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable services.

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