TOPAZ
Voice Synthesis :
Modernize your elevators to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
The Elevator: France’s #1 Mode of Transport
Did you know that elevators are the most used mode of transport in France today ?
According to the French Elevator Federation, approximately 100 million trips are made daily using elevators, far surpassing the use of metros or suburban trains.
Whether in residential buildings, offices, or public spaces, elevators play a vital role in our daily lives. Urban verticalization, driven by population growth and space scarcity in major cities, has only amplified this trend.
In 2024, France has a population of around 68 million, including 12 million people with disabilities 18% of the population, according to INSEE.
This figure highlights the critical importance of making infrastructures, particularly elevators, accessible to everyone. Disabilities often require tailored technical solutions to meet various accessibility needs.
New Requirements of the EN 81-70 Standard :
To address the growing necessity for accessibility, the EN 81-70 standard was updated in 2021.
This standard ensures that elevators are adapted for people with reduced mobility and sensory impairments.
Key requirements include:
• Cabin dimensions sufficient to accommodate wheelchairs.
• Accessible controls with braille and raised inscriptions.
• Audible and visual signals for floor announcements.
• Automatic doors with extended opening times.
• Handrails, mirrors, and adequate lighting.
These requirements apply to new elevators, but what about older equipment? How can these systems be modernized without major construction work ?
A Solution for the Visually and Hearing Impaired :
This is where OCTÉ Lift’s TOPAZ Voice Synthesis comes into play.
TOPAZ Voice Synthesis enables the easy addition of vocal announcements and visual indicators while preserving the existing elevator control cabinet. Modernize your elevator without the need for costly or complex renovations thanks to our compliant, reliable, and easy-to-install solution.
Why Choose TOPAZ Voice Synthesis ?
1. Compliance with Accessibility Standards
TOPAZ Voice Synthesis helps your elevator meet the new EN 81-70 standard requirements. It addresses key regulatory points, including audible and visual floor announcements. With no need for extensive intervention, our solution is plug-and-play and easy to configure.
2. Reduced Installation Costs and Time
Featuring pre-wired components, TOPAZ Voice Synthesis significantly reduces installation time and costs. No need to overhaul your entire elevator system this module integrates seamlessly with your existing infrastructure, leaving your control cabinet untouched.
3. Simplicity and Flexibility
The module is easily installed on the car roof and requires just two buttons for configuring vocal and visual announcements (when paired with an RS485-enabled display).
4. A Robust and Reliable Product
Designed with OCTÉ Lift’s expertise and know-how, the TOPAZ Voice Synthesis solution meets the needs of both installers and users. A newly developed, larger casing with pre-wired components ensures the durability of the equipment.
5. Enhanced User Experience
These features improve user comfort with additional displays and voice synthesis. Precise voice announcements and clear visual displays cater to all users, including those with reduced mobility, hearing impairments, or visual disabilities.
New Features :
• TOPAZ Voice Synthesis supports the connection and management of “Out of Service” and “Overload” indicators.
• Additionally, landing gongs provide extra auditory signals to indicate elevator door operations.
• Preserve Your Elevator Control Cabinet.
Offer your clients an effective solution that meets modern accessibility standards :
An accessible, secure, and modern elevator is a major asset for any building, whether it’s a residential property, business premises, or public space.
TOPAZ Voice Synthesis solution operates independently of the elevator control cabinet. With the installation of inductive sensors on the car roof and magnets on the rails, the electronic board always knows the car’s position and transmits the corresponding vocal and visual announcements.
Discover TOPAZ Voice Synthesis by OCTÉ Lift.
Take advantage of this innovative solution developed by OCTÉ Lift to modernize your elevators.
Visit www.octelift.shop for more information.
