An elevator, or lift, is a machine that vertically transports people or freight between levels, typically powered by electric motors that drive traction cables and counterweight systems, though some instead pump hydraulic fluid to raise a piston. The global elevator industry manufactures, installs and services these systems, supplying office towers, apartment buildings and other multi-story structures worldwide. This description is adapted from Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0; changes were made. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
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An elevator (North American English, Philippine English) or lift (Commonwealth English except Canada) is a machine that vertically transports people or freight between levels.
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