Juma Al Majid Establishment for Electro-Mechanical Works (lifts division) was responsible for the supply and installation of 15 elevators at Dubai Internet City - Phase 3.

The company installed two passenger and one service lift from Sigma Elevators in each of the five buildings.

"We completed our job, worth Dh2 million, earlier this year," says John Alam, department manager. "The lifts were custom-designed with luxury finishes comprising stainless steel and glass. Each passenger lift has a capacity of 1,000 kg and the speed is 1.75 m/sec while the capacity of each service lift is 1,350 kg and the speed is 1 m/sec."

Juma Al Majid Establishment for Electro Mechanical Works is the agent for Sigma Elevators (formerly known as LG Elevators), one of the world's leading manufacturers of elevators. The total sales for the UAE market exceeds 1,500 sets for the last 10 years.

Sigma elevators are equipped with highly advanced devices for energy-saving, while ensuring a smooth ride and passenger's safety.

Juma Al Majid Group of Companies, established in 1950, is one of the leading commercial enterprises in the UAE enfolding more than 30 companies.

The electro-mechanical works division, set up in 1971, specialises in central air-conditioning, both installation and maintenance. It is a leader in modern fire-fighting installations and provides a wide range of services within electrical, plumbing and elevator and escalator works.

The division is also a leader in electromechanical work for both private and government projects having been involved with a number of commercial and residential buildings, hospitals, schools and military projects.

The division employs a workforce of around 1,000 highly skilled staff, including qualified engineers and experienced foremen and workers.

Some of the projects the lifts division has been involved with include Al Tawun Mall, Al Nahda Residential complex, Sarah shopping Mall and Rotana Hotel in Sharjah, and Taj Palace hotel, Al Khaleej Centre, Dubai Business Centre and Palme Strip Mall, all in Dubai.

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