Blog/News
Find out about all the latest news stories at Apex Lifts
Meet the Team - Lisa Bennett
We get up close and personal with our new addition to the team, Lisa Bennett.
Jade Farrell Nominated for Supplier Positivity Award
With customer service one of our top priorities, we're to reveal that one of our team, Jade Farrell, was nominated for a Supplier Positivity Award. Read on to find out more.
Introducing Reece Ritchie: Work Experience student from Bexley SNAP
Since August, here at Apex we have had the pleasure of being joined by Reece – a student from the Learning and Enterprise College Bexley, who has been completing his work experience with us.
Apex Lifts awarded modernisation project from Lambeth Council
We're thrilled to have been awarded Lambeth Council's latest modernisation project. Click here to find out more.
Apex to complete lift refurbishment programme for The Hyde Group
Here at Apex, we are delighted to have been a preferred bidder on The Hyde Group’s framework for ‘General Passenger Lifts Refurbishment (Lot 1)’.
Asbestos in the Lift Industry
We reveal the risk of asbestos in the lift industry. Read on to find out more.
Apex boosts team with new Service Contract Manager, Paul Jarvis
Here at Apex Lifts, we are delighted to welcome Paul Jarvis to our growing team as Service Contract Manager.
Remembering Derek Constable, former Apex Lifts Sales Director
It is with deep sadness that Apex Lifts announces that Derek Constable, former Apex Lifts Sales Director, has passed away.
Apex Lifts co-founder, John Wathen, sadly passes away
It is with deep sadness that Apex Lifts announces the passing away of John Wathen, who died on 8 September 2017.
Sweet Success: Apex Lifts wins maintenance contract with Workspace - Elevation Magazine
Apex elevates Steve Thomas to Service Director
Here at Apex, we are thrilled to announce that long-standing employee Steve Thomas has been promoted to Service Director.
The Metaphoric Rise of the Lift Throughout History
We've tracked the development of the lift from its humble beginnings, right through to its modern state-of-the-art incarnation. Click to view our infographic!
Going for gold: Apex Lifts presented with top RoSPA award
Here at Apex, we are thrilled to have received a Gold Medal for the eighth consecutive year at the RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) Health and Safety Awards 2017.
Meet the Team - Alan Simons
We get up close and personal with Apex Production Manager, Alan Simons.
Apex Lifts Swing to Victory
The 7th of July was our Annual Construction Golf Day - read on to find out who scored a hole in one!
On a high: Apex Lifts receives top spot in South East Consortium Lifts Framework
We're thrilled to have received this acclaimed accolade!
Sweet Success: Apex wins maintenance contract with Workspace
Here at Apex, we are delighted to announce our new partnership with Workspace.
Meet the Team - Kerry Gates
We get up close and personal with Apex Repairs Sales Consultant, Kerry Gates.
Exploring the London Underground: 10 Facts about Lifts & Escalators
We've rounded up our favourite facts about the lifts & escalators on the London Underground in this handy infographic. Read on!
“Mick Holderness, this is your life” – Production Director retires.
We bid a fond farewell to our Production Director, Mick Holderness.
Apex Lifts awarded renewal of Royal Warrant
We're absolutely thrilled to announce that we will be continuing to provide our services to the Household of HM The Queen.
Ray Murray completes the London Marathon
Our resident runner, Ray Murray, has completed the London Marathon 2017! Click here to find out if his finishing time beat yours...
Apex Managing Director appointed as Vice President of LEIA
Warren Jenchner, our Managing Director, is now Vice President of LEIA. Click here to read the full story.
Meet the team - Kevin Warnock
We get up close and personal with Kevin Warnock, Apex Lifts' Finance Director.
Top Five Lifts Around the World
We reveal our top five lifts from around the world.
Benefits of employing an apprentice
Managing Director, Warren Jenchner give his view on the benefits of hiring an apprentice
Apex Lifts awarded Islington & Shoreditch Housing Association contract - Elevator World
Apex Lifts Managing Director appointed as Bexley SNAP charity trustee - Wandsworth Guardian
Local charity appoints Apex Lifts MD as Trustee
Local charity, Bexley Snap have made Warren Jenchner, Apex Lifts Managing Director, their newest Trustee. To find out more about Warren new appointment, click here.
Apex Lifts win Islington & Shoreditch Housing Association contract
We are thrilled to have won a year lift maintenance contract with Islington & Shoreditch Housing Association. Find out more here.
Apex Lifts expands team with new recruit, Jodie Rose
We're pleased to introduce Apex Lifts' newest member of the team, Jodie Rose.
Apex Lifts welcomes Joe Salvatore
Apex Lifts has expanded their team with a new Construction Project Manager.
Case Study: Camden Council
Read about our contract with Camden Council.
Ray Murray the Marathon Man
Our Repair Sales Consultant, Ray Murray, will be running the Virgin London Marathon this year for the NSPCC. We caught up with him to learn more about his fitness journey and what it means to him to be running this year.
Apex Lifts debunks mystery over 'close-door' lift buttons - The Telegraph
Meet the Team - Soni Fenton-Scott
Apex Lifts interviews one of its newest additions, Soni Fenton-Scott, to gain an insight into his background and new role as Services Sales Manager.
Apex welcomes two new recruits
The Apex team is growing. We're pleased to introduce our two latest recruits; Kailey, Project Co-ordinator and Courtney, Call-desk Administrator.
Top five benefits of using CALM
CALM (Computer Aided Lift Management) is Apex Lift’s very own interactive online tool designed with clients in mind.
Meet the team - Elsie
Apex Lifts interviews one of its longest-serving employees, Elsie Jenchner, to gain a insight into her role and wealth of experience.
Apex will be tyred after Charity Bike Ride
This weekend, Apex will be taking part in a charity bike ride to raise money for Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice.
5 signs to undertake a lift refurbishment
Despite being used everyday by hundreds of people, lifts are often overlooked during refurbishments. Take a look at our five signs that might indicate your lift system needs some modernisation.
Apex presents at Made in Bexley exhibition
Apex is delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at Made in Bexley, an exhibition celebrating local businesses held at the Thames Innovation Centre.
Apex Lifts rises to the top in business excellence awards - Elevation Magazine
Five things to consider when installing a new lift
Apex Lifts offers some advice to facilities managers and building owners on five things that should be considered when installing a new lift.
Hole in one for Apex on Annual Construction Golf Day
The Apex team gathered at Birchwood Park Golf Course for the Apex Lifts Annual Construction Golf Day on 22 July 2016.
Apex gives business owners a lift with asbestos - Tomorrow's Health & Safety
Apex Full Circle Green Policy gets the green light
Here at Apex, we dedicated to sustainable engineering and will always deliver environmentally viable results. Let us introduce you to our Full Circle Green Policy.
Welcome our new Bid Coordinator: Emma Barnard
We are excited to introduce a new member to the Apex team - please welcome Emma Barnard who joins us as Bid Coordinator. Emma will predominantly be responsible for writing winning tenders but will also assist in any marketing and promotional activities.
Meet the team - Gary Poynter
Apex Lifts interviews Construction Director, Gary Poynter to get an insight into his background and role at Apex.
Top tips to avoid a lift breakdown
Lift systems, as reliable and sturdy as they are, will at some point require modernisation. By ignoring lift maintenance, performance may decline, response time will increase and safety may be compromised, which is the last thing anybody wants.
Apex Lifts rises to the top in Business Excellence Awards 2016
Here at Apex Lifts, we are delighted to announce we have scooped an award for ‘Apprentice Employer of the Year’ at the Bexley Business Excellence Awards 2016.
Apex Win 24th Lift Industry Kart Day Challenge 2016!
A big well done to the Apex team for winning the 24th Lift Industry Kart day challenge 2016!
Escalator etiquette: The dos and don'ts
In the UK, where Apex Lifts is proud to be London’s largest lift and escalator manufacturing and servicing company, escalators are everywhere.
Lift off for new Apex Lifts website
Here at Apex Lifts, we are delighted to announce the launch of our new and innovative website. We aim to modernise and improve user experience for all our site’s visitors, with a fresh new website that is fully responsive.
Meet the team - Warren Jenchner
Apex Lifts interviews Managing Director, Warren Jenchner to get an insight into his background and role at Apex.
Apex Lifts helps ‘Make-A-Wish’ make a dream come true for boy who loves lifts
On April 2nd 2016, Apex Lifts helped ‘Make-A-Wish’ children’s charity as they granted 12 year old James his wish of riding up and down some of the most prestigious lifts in London.
Apex lifts Camden with maintenance and repair contract
Here at Apex, we are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a contract with the London Borough of Camden.
