EPIC 1920 Warner Traction Elevator and Quick Tour of The Biltmore Hotel (Greensboro, NC)

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While I wasn't allowed to tour solo, the staff here gave me a quick tour of this beautiful and classy hotel. We get to know some facts about the hotel (and the elevator), and we get to ride in the ICONIC 1920 Warner Elevator, being one of the FIRST electric powered elevators! While I didn't get to operate it that much, it was cool finally seeing it in person. I can tell it's single speed since it has some rough starts and stops, which is my only complaint. But, as far as facts go, it's being preserved and will stay original for the time coming!

A HUGE THANKS to the staff for this quick tour! I am a sucker for antique places like this!

Elevator Brand: Warner
Elevator Model (if identifiable): NA
Elevator Type: Traction
Floors Served: 3
Installed: 1920
Current Controller: NA
Capacity: 1500 lbs
Speed: 100 FPM

Original Fixtures:
Buttons: Warner Black Button
Floor Indicator: None
Arrow Lanterns: None
Chimes/Bells: None

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: April 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20

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