Hyperion Podcast: Let’s Talk Elevators
Welcome to Let’s Talk Elevators, the podcast that takes you inside the fast-moving world of vertical transportation. Hosted by Morgan Jones from Hyperion Solutions, each episode brings you conversations with the people shaping the elevator industry today. From traction machines to controllers, code compliance to modernization, we break down the real issues that mechanics, engineers, contractors, and building managers face every day. Expect candid conversations with Hyperion’s subject matter experts and industry leaders, exploring innovation, technology, safety, and the future of the trade. Whether we’re live from an industry event, unpacking lessons from a site visit, or talking shop with elevator pros, our goal is simple: deliver stories, insights, and technical know-how. If you’ve ever wondered how global trends impact your local projects, how to navigate modernization choices, or what’s next in elevator technology, this is your front-row seat. Real stories. Real solutions. Real talk about elevators. Subscribe today and join us as we elevate the conversation.
Episodes
In this episode of Let’s Talk Elevators, Morgan Jones sits down with Tom Schmidt of MEI to talk about what life really looks like in elevator service. From early mornings and emergency calls to routine maintenance and customer conversations, Tom shares an honest, field-level view of the work that keeps elevators running safely every day.
Tom’s path into the elevator industry started in the electrical trade, where he spent more than ...
Modernization is one of the biggest decisions a building owner will make about an elevator system. It affects safety, reliability, tenant experience, downtime, and long-term cost. In this episode of Let’s Talk Elevators, host Morgan Jones sits down with Ed Rivera, Senior Vice President at VDA Consultants, to break down how modernization decisions are really made and why timing matters more than most people realize.
Ed brings more th...
In this episode of Let’s Talk Elevators, host Morgan Jones is joined by two globally respected industry experts, Torsten Fuka of FUKA and Nicola Imbimbo of Prysmian, for a deep technical conversation on one of the most critical and misunderstood relationships in elevator systems, the interaction between suspension means and traction sheaves.
Torsten and Nicola bring decades of hands-on experience spanning manufacturing, maintenance,...
Cab design shapes rider experience more than most people realize. This episode breaks down what today’s buildings need, how consultants guide decisions, and what features make rides smoother, safer, and more comfortable.
Topics covered include:
• How population studies determine cab count and speed
• The impact of dispatching systems on daily traffic flow
• Simple design choices that reduce anxiety and claustrophobia
• Luxury builds usi...
In this episode of Let’s Talk Elevators, host Morgan Jones sits down with Ryan Kraven, Chief Operating Officer at Metro Elevator, to take a big-picture look at the elevator industry, where it’s been, where it’s headed, and what’s driving the next wave of innovation.
From modernization and sustainability to supply chain resilience and the global rise of megacities, this conversation explores the forces shaping how people move through...
In the premiere episode of Let’s Talk Elevators, host Morgan Jones is joined by Hyperion Solutions CEO David Hewitt, Engineering Director Nick O’Donnell, and Carlos Escobar to reflect on their recent trip to TorinDrive in China. Together, they share what they witnessed on the factory floor, in engineering labs, and in strategy discussions that revealed just how quickly innovation is shaping the global elevator industry.
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