This document discusses elevators and escalators for multistory buildings. It notes that vertical transportation equipment like elevators and escalators represent a major building expense of around 10% of construction costs. The quality of elevator service is also important for tenant choice. The document then provides information on different types of vertical and inclined movement systems. It discusses factors to consider for passenger elevators like building type, required capacity, and traffic demands. Parameters for elevator traffic calculations like building usage and floor dimensions are outlined. The document also covers escalator dimensions and groupings.