Case study

Overview 

Lester Controls supported Jackson Lifts in delivering a high-performance lift control solution for the Radisson Blu Hotel in Edinburgh. The project required a reliable and efficient system tailored to a busy hospitality environment with high passenger traffic. 

The Challenge 

Hotel environments demand: 

• Smooth and efficient passenger flow  

• Minimal downtime  

• Quiet and energy-efficient operation  

• Compliance with modern safety and performance standards  

The system needed to integrate seamlessly with Schindler MRL equipment while meeting strict programme timelines. 

The Solution 

Lester Controls supplied a complete control package built around the Almega II controller, configured to support a triplex passenger system with advanced control and monitoring capabilities. 

System Specification 

• Triplex passenger lift system  

• 8 stops  

• 9 person / 675kg capacity  

• Full collective control  

• VF powered doors  

• Gearless motor with belt suspension  

• Single entrance configuration  

Key Features Delivered 

• Almega II controller  

• Magnatek HPV1000 inverter  

• ARD emergency rescue system  

• Cedes positioning system  

• Full pre-wired solution for faster installation  

• Speech and TFT indication (70 & 43)  

• A3 compliance and EN81-20/50 standards  

• ECO energy-saving features  

• Panel and landing test functionality  

• PB37 button package  

The Result 

The system was delivered within programme requirements, ensuring smooth installation and commissioning. The final solution provides reliable, energy-efficient performance tailored to the demands of a high-traffic hotel environment.