Maintenance Services
Ensure Compliance. Eliminate Waste. Maximize Performance.
At Argon Elevator Consulting, our Maintenance Management Services are designed to put building owners and managers back in control. We provide expert oversight of your elevator and escalator service provider to ensure contract compliance, cost transparency, and operational reliability. From independent maintenance audits and MCP creation to code compliance reviews and power quality analysis, we identify gaps, uncover overcharges, and hold vendors accountable. With our Maintenance Managed Services, Argon acts as your dedicated vertical transportation advocate—managing your maintenance contract, enforcing performance standards, and protecting you from unnecessary liability and expense. If you suspect you’re paying for services not performed—or want confidence that your building is operating safely and in full compliance—contact us today for a no-obligation consultation.
Avoid the Fine Print Trap—Get a Contract That Protects You
Most elevator service contracts are written by the vendor, for the vendor—packed with vague language, limited accountability, and no clear performance standards. Your Supplier’s Contract is a prime example: it lacks transparency, restricts the owner’s rights, and often allows the provider to invoice for services without evidence of actual work performed. In contrast, the Argon Vertical Transportation Maintenance Agreement is meticulously crafted to safeguard the interests of building owners and property managers. Our contract includes defined performance metrics, financial penalties for missed service, code compliance mandates, and clear termination rights. We ensure that your provider is held accountable—not just for showing up, but for delivering measurable results. Don’t sign away your rights with a boilerplate supplier agreement. Partner with Argon and gain a contract designed to enforce quality, reduce liability, and protect your budget. Contact us today to review your current agreement or get started on a new one built for your building’s best interest.
Key Differences That Protect Your Building—and Your Budget
| Issue | Typical Supplier Contract | Argon’s Maintenance Agreement |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Standards | No enforceable performance metrics—providers are paid regardless of service quality or uptime. | Requires compliance with specific uptime targets, MTBCO (Mean Time Between Callouts), and availability metrics, with financial penalties for nonperformance. |
| Owner Termination Rights | Often requires 30–90 day notice, but only after the initial term, with no cause termination heavily restricted or disallowed. | Allows termination for cause (e.g., poor performance, modernization, sale of building) with flexible exit clauses favoring the Owner. |
| Billing & Transparency | Lump-sum invoices with minimal detail, and no obligation to provide evidence of completed work. | Requires itemized billing, logs of completed tasks, service verification, and penalties for late or inaccurate invoices. |
| Liability & Code Compliance | Places most liability on the owner and does not guarantee compliance with local code or MCP requirements. | Explicitly incorporates ASME A17.1, A17.3, and Colorado 7CCR compliance, including MCP creation, documentation, and regulatory testing oversight by Argon. |
Your Most Overlooked Liability: The MCP
Most building owners and managers don’t realize that they are legally responsible for having a compliant Maintenance Control Program (MCP)—and failing to understand or maintain one can expose them to significant liability. Required by ASME A17.1 and, in states like Colorado, further mandated by 7CCR 1101-8, the MCP is a comprehensive, written maintenance plan that documents procedures, schedules, service logs, testing protocols, and corrective actions for each elevator and escalator on your property. While your service provider is responsible for completing and updating the MCP, you, the building owner or manager, are the one legally accountable if it’s missing, outdated, or inaccurate.
At Argon Elevator Consulting, we work with clients across the United States to ensure MCP compliance—whether your property is in a heavily regulated state like Colorado or one where enforcement is increasing rapidly. We don’t just fill out generic binders; we develop tailored, code-compliant MCPs integrated directly into your customized Argon Vertical Transportation Maintenance Agreement, providing transparency, accountability, and legal protection. Most supplier contracts gloss over MCP requirements and subtly shift the liability onto you.
Don’t be caught unaware when an accident, audit, or inspector comes knocking. Partner with Argon to ensure your building is not only compliant—but fully defensible. Contact us today for a nationwide compliance review and customized MCP solution that truly protects your property.
Expert Oversight That Pays for Itself
Managing elevator and escalator maintenance contracts without industry expertise is like navigating a legal dispute without a lawyer—you’re at a serious disadvantage. That’s why Argon’s Maintenance Managed Services exist: to act as your dedicated vertical transportation advocate, ensuring your service provider performs exactly as promised, and that you never pay for services not rendered. We bring decades of field experience to the table—led by Russ Viciedo, a nationally recognized elevator consultant who understands the technical, contractual, and compliance complexities that providers often exploit.
From reviewing invoices and service logs to verifying code compliance, testing requirements, and contract terms, we hold your vendor accountable, identify deficiencies, and protect you from inflated costs and hidden liabilities. Our team bridges the gap between building owners and elevator contractors—making sure your investment is protected, your risks are mitigated, and your equipment operates at peak performance.
Don’t manage your contract blindly. Contact Argon today and get a partner who knows exactly what to look for—and how to ensure you’re never left in the dark.
Ensure Reliability with Power Quality Analysis
Power quality is one of the most overlooked factors impacting elevator performance and reliability—especially in modern systems. Today’s elevator controllers and variable voltage variable frequency (VVVF) drives demand clean, stable power to function correctly. Voltage fluctuations, harmonic distortion, and transient spikes can lead to erratic controller behavior, premature component failure, nuisance shutdowns, and costly service calls. Complicating matters further, VVVF drives—particularly common 6-pulse drives—don’t just react to poor power quality; they generate harmonic distortion that can negatively affect other sensitive building systems, including HVAC, lighting, and fire alarm infrastructure.
Argon Elevator Consulting provides comprehensive power quality analysis tailored to vertical transportation equipment. We measure harmonics, voltage balance, grounding, and waveform distortion—identifying both external supply issues and internal drive-generated problems. Our reports include detailed findings and actionable mitigation recommendations, such as line reactors, harmonic filters, or upgraded grounding strategies, ensuring your elevators run smoothly and your building’s infrastructure remains protected.
Don’t let invisible electrical problems compromise your equipment or liability. Contact Argon today for expert-driven power quality testing and engineering-based solutions that ensure your elevators perform as intended.
standards, ultimately saving you money and enhancing the reliability of your elevator systems.