Frequently Asked Questions

A vertical transportation consultant specializes in the design, analysis, and optimization of elevator, escalator, and moving walkway systems. We provide traffic analysis, system design, modernization planning, compliance audits, and procurement advisory — acting as your independent expert without ties to any manufacturer.

We offer six core services: Traffic Analysis & Planning, Design Consultation, Modernization Strategy, Compliance Audits, Maintenance Oversight, and Tender & Vendor Advisory.

We work on all building types — commercial offices, residential high-rises, mixed-use developments, hotels, hospitals, shopping malls, universities, government buildings, and industrial facilities. From low-rise buildings to supertall towers.

We do not provide routine maintenance or safety inspections. Instead, we offer independent maintenance oversight — evaluating contracts, auditing vendor performance, and optimizing maintenance strategy to protect your investment.

Ideally during the concept or schematic design phase of your project. You should also consider hiring a VT consultant when planning modernization, experiencing performance issues, preparing tenders, or needing compliance reviews.

Fees vary by project scope and complexity. We offer transparent pricing and free initial consultations to help you understand the value we can bring to your project.

Yes. We have offices in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. We serve GCC countries, Europe, and beyond with remote project management capabilities.

Elevator traffic analysis is a computer simulation process that models passenger demand patterns to determine optimal elevator configurations — including the number of elevators, speed, capacity, and dispatch algorithms.

We design to all major international codes and standards including ASME A17.1/CSA B44, EN 81 series, Saudi Building Code, BS 8486/BS EN 81, and local authority requirements.

No. We are completely independent. We work with all major brands — Mitsubishi Electric, Schindler, TK Elevator, Fujitec, KONE, Otis — and our recommendations are based solely on project requirements.

Destination dispatch is an advanced elevator control system where passengers select their destination floor before entering the elevator. The system groups passengers traveling to the same or nearby floors, reducing travel time by 30–40%. It is most beneficial in commercial buildings with 15 or more floors.

Yes — elevator modernization is one of our core services. We provide full assessment, upgrade planning, specification writing, procurement support, and project oversight throughout the modernization process.

To get started, we typically need floor plans, building usage and occupancy data, expected population, floor counts and heights, existing elevator information (for modernization projects), and the project timeline.

You can request a quote through our contact form, email us at info@dougdanny.com, or call +966 54488 9458 (Saudi Arabia) or +44 7473 638966 (United Kingdom). We respond within one business day.