The project Press, powered by ONCE Foundationand developed by Nayar, a company connected with podcast, with the collaboration of the Spanish Business Federation of Elevators (FEEDA), has been awarded one of the IAUD International Design Awards, granted by the International Association for Universal DesignPulse has been recognized in the category Ergonomics, which recognizes solutions capable of applying in an exemplary way the principles of universal design centered on people, promoting environments, products and services accessible to all people.
Technology at the service of accessibility in elevators
Free application Pulse with Nayar's own hardware Accessible Virtual Button PanelThis allows any user to operate the elevator via their smartphone without needing to press the buttons inside the cabin, thus improving universal accessibility in the elevator sector. This enables independent use of the elevator by any user, eliminates the need to physically press the cabin buttons, and offers ease of use through the mobile application.
The operation of Pulse is very simple and is done in three steps.Open the app on your smartphone, select the elevator and the floor you wish to go to, enter the elevator, and confirm that you are inside. This proposal aims to contribute to the development of more intuitive and inclusive solutions in the field of vertical mobility, expanding access and independence for users.
A recognition of the social impact of universal design
The jury particularly valued Pulse's ability to "deliver a real and immediate impact on the daily lives of people with disabilities and its potential for wider adoption." IAUD International Design Awards These awards aim to recognize projects, products, and services that exemplify the principles of universal design, promoting environments, technologies, and solutions usable by everyone. They focus on innovation applied to real needs, especially valuing proposals that improve autonomy, dignity, and inclusion in everyday life.
Innovation and collaboration for more inclusive mobility
This recognition highlights the collaboration between social entities, technology companies, and industry organizations to promote solutions that address real societal needs. Nayar's active participation in the development of Pulse reflects the company's commitment to innovation applied to vertical mobility and to developing technologies that contribute to improving universal accessibility and the user experience in elevators.
Nayar, Espaitec company
Nayar It is a technology engineering company founded in Castellón in 2007, with a presence in 31 countries and a strong commitment to investing in new technological developments. Leaders in the elevator sector and experts in providing industrial IoT solutions, their experience and professional track record make them a technological partner, transforming installation data into user-friendly information, working towards knowledge accessibility and technological dissemination; all with a high degree of adaptability and compatibility.
