Why Choose Us?

We provide quality service without the hassle! At Kencor we have a commitment to quality that is unparalleled.  We offer personalized service that allows us to gather what you, our client, expects.  When you contact us, ordering, delivery, service, and billing will go a lot more smoothly because the person on the other end of…

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Did you know that Kencor is an American Elevator Group company?

Did you know that Kencor is an American Elevator Group company? Over the past few months, we have transitioned into becoming a member of American Elevator Group (AEG), a growing network of independent elevator service companies. For us, this marks an exciting new beginning with opportunities to grow stronger, work smarter, and deliver even better…

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Karen Dodds Elected to the NAEC Board of Directors

Kencor, Inc. Elevator Systems is celebrating the achievements and honoring one of their own, Karen Dodds, who was elected to the NAEC Board of Directors in September 2020 at the virtual United convention. Karen will serve a 3-year term on the board for the industry as a Director. Karen Dodds, Chief Executive Officer of Kencor Elevator Systems, has…

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Staff Spotlight: Kencor Employees Complete CET Education and Certification Program in 2020

This year Kencor has attempted to recognize our employees for their special achievements in education and professionalism. Created by the National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC), CET Certification was developed “to provide the elevator industry with a means of obtaining and verifying knowledge and experience requirements related to compliance with industry codes, elevator and escalator…

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Kencor Employees Participate in Electrical Training

January 23, 2020 – This week, employees across Kencor, Inc.’s construction, service, and repair departments participated in a multi-day electrical training to continue to improve their skills. The intensive, hands-on educational events are part of Kencor’s ongoing commitment to enhance service and safety from informed personnel. Kencor Elevator Systems partnered with TPC Training to deliver…

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Kencor Establishes Quality Assurance Program and Promotes Employee

Kencor Elevator Systems inaugurated its Quality Assurance program by promoting veteran employee and technical expert Mike Hollinshead to the position of Technical Support Lead. Reporting directly to the company’s President and Chief Operating Officer, John Dodds, Mike represents Kencor’s serious commitment to continual improvement in customer service and employee advancement. In his new role, Hollinshead…

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Succession Plan Implemented at Kencor Inc.

October 21, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SUCCESSION PLAN IMPLEMENTED AT KENCOR INC. Richard A. Kennedy, President and CEO of Kencor, Inc., announced the following plan for succession at Kencor, Inc., effective November 1, 2019. Karen Kennedy Dodds, currently Vice President, will assume the office of CEO and develop the vision and the teams to accomplish…

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KENCOR ELEVATOR Is An Ellies Finalist!

KENCOR ELEVATOR has officially made it to the voting stage of the Second Annual Ellies Awards Program in TWO categories: “BEST CONTRACTOR – FAMILY OWNED” and “BEST CONTRACTOR – EAST.”   An awards program created by Elevator World, Inc., the Ellies recognizes North American elevator and escalator industry businesses that go above and beyond for…

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The Unintended Consequences of Proprietary Equipment on Construction

Contractors and architects often select proprietary equipment to achieve short-term financial goals and streamline development, but they should be mindful of the hidden dangers in closed-system construction. Proprietary equipment determines the building’s obligations and the owner’s ability to fulfill its duties, sometimes permanently. As its name suggests, proprietary equipment originates from (and whose rights are…

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