MEMCO by AVIRE is excited to announce its role as a National Champion for Fit to Switch, an initiative designed to raise awareness about the upcoming switch-off of the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) in 2027. The program aims to educate businesses and end-users across sectors about the importance of upgrading to resilient and future-proofed digital solutions.
As a national sponsor, MEMCO by AVIRE will contribute to spreading awareness of the PSTN switch-off and assist businesses in preparing for this transition. Often an oversight, but an essential part of the critical applications of the communication technology, emergency lift communication systems will also be greatly impacted by the Digital Switch. The change from copper to fibre lines will affect the resilience of lift emergency phone lines – particularly during power failures, which is the most likely time when an entrapment may occur. MEMCO by AVIRE aims to ensure critical lift emergency communication systems remain connected and compliant as the industry navigates this significant technological shift.
“We are proud to support Fit to Switch and help businesses future-proof their communication infrastructure,” says Gemma Greenway, Business Unit Manager and leader of the SENTINEL service offering at MEMCO by AVIRE. “The upcoming PSTN switch-off marks a pivotal moment for critical applications reliant on uninterrupted connectivity. Through this partnership, we aim to raise awareness among communications providers, building owners, and managers. It’s not just about replacing analogue phone lines with fibre—it’s about understanding the implications of the switch for your lifts, ensuring you’re not caught out by unexpected issues. Proactively choosing the right emergency communication solutions will help you comply with regulations and safeguard lift users.”
SENTINEL
For businesses transitioning from PSTN, MEMCO by AVIRE offers a range of innovative products and digital solutions, including SENTINEL—the UK’s only proactively managed and resilient lift emergency connection service. SENTINEL ensures that lift passengers can always reach help when they need it most, reducing risk and providing peace of mind to building owners with a reliable and compliant emergency communication solution. To learn more about the PSTN switch-off and how SENTINEL can support your transition, visit: SENTINEL Lift Emergency Connection Service – Avire | UK.