AMAZING 2020 Schindler PORT 5500 MRL Traction Elevators at The Overlook Building (Charlotte NC)

NOTICE: Though there is no front desk here, there are a lot of employees and possible guards here, so be here at your own risk. I went in via the "man powered elevator". ;-)

Now then, this is a place I REALLY wanted to see for months. I meant to come here the 1st Day Trip, but I unknowingly passed by this place (plus it was almost 5 PM), so I was bummed when I did realize what I missed. Though the 2nd time, I guaranteed myself I would get to these.

These are only my 2nd 5500's that I have seen! These are super rare Schindler 5500's with the PORT DD system! It is super rare to find fresh elevator installs with DD systems implemented, as that is more common with mods than fresh installs. The PORT Screens are interesting as each floor only has a select few floors to choose from, but on the top floor, you can access all other floors minus the 4th floor (which I assume are all abandoned as of now, excluding 3). The PORT system with this set seems neat and even Handicap Mode is faster than usual (still a drag for the 11th floor, but definitely better than usual). The PORT Chimes/Voices and Schindler 5500 voices only work when Handicap Mode is working.

As for the elevators, THEY ARE AMAZING! For the most part, these run super smooth and super quick! I think the cab designs could be a bit more interesting, but ehh, minor nitpick. Definitely worth checking out if you can find your way in.

Elevator Brand: Schindler
Elevator Model (if identifiable): 5500
Destination Dispatch System: PORT
Elevator Type: MRL Traction
Number of Elevators: 4
Floors Served: 11
Installed: 2020
Current Controller: Miconic NX/MX
Capacity: 4000 lbs
Speed: 500 FPM

Original Fixtures:
DD Screen: PORT 1
Buttons: Linea 100
Floor Indicator: Linea Dot Matrix
Floor Annunciator: Linea
Chimes/Bells: PORT
Voice: Newer Schindler 5500 (Circa 2020) (only active with Handicap Mode)

Elevator Ratings: 10/10
Overall Opinions: BEAUTIFUL!

STF’s Elevator Rating Scale:
15. BEYOND EPIMAZING!!!
10: BEAUTIFUL
9: Nice
8: Good/Cool
7: Charming/Unique
6: Interesting/Average
5: Boring/A Bit Iffy
4: Needs Attention/Dislike
3: Junky/Despise
2: Disgusting/Garbage
1: Never riding again!

Recorded: March 10th, 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20

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