Code Compliance
The Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1) requires that all elevators and escalators are to be equipped with a code data plate. The specifics of this requirement are found in Section 8.9 of the 2000 and later editions of the code to be used for inspections and tests. The requirement applies to all new, modernized and existing elevators, escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters and material lifts. The requirements for code data plates became a part of the code in 1996.
The Code Data Plate provides specific code information for the elevator inspector to reference the proper code under which the equipment was installed and/or modernized. Alterations must be specific and reference the proper requirements in Section 8.7. Plates manufactured by CodeDatePlate.com are designed to meet these code requirements.
In addition to Code Data Plates we also provide inspection tags, crosshead plates and many other products that are specific to the code. A jurisdictional database has been developed by CodeDatePlate.com to allow us to provide accurate code information to our customers in the form of required data plates, tags and signs.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
What's New
Effective September 1, 2008 CodeDataPlate.com began to provide inspection tags in accordance with the latest requirements of 8.11.1.6 of the A17.1 Code. These tags are available in Category 1 and 5 for Traction and Hydraulic Elevators and for Escalators and Moving Walks. These tags have now been added to our Products pages.
The Inspectors page, Kit page and Other Plate page have all been updated. to reflect product which you have asked for over the past few years. The Other Plates page Order Form will take you directly to the Professional’s page when all Standard Plates we stock are listed. There is also the link from the Standard Plate page.
In 2010 we added Distributors in both New York City and Chicago. These Distributors offer counter service to further assist Elevator Contractors. Further information is available from the Contact button.
Additional information has been provided for Jurisdictional and Private Inspectors on the Inspectors page including links to presentation made to industry groups.
We will continue to offer our Standard Plates at reduced prices for a limited time in an effort to make it easier to assure compliance with Section 8.9. Please note paper labels, "magic marker plates" and other non-permanent materials do not meet the requirements for Material and Construction. Please note this offer applies only to Elevator Industry customers. Call us at 281/257-0516 for quantity discounts.