LLOYDS INSPECTION AGENCY Kuwait, supported by LLOYDS INSPECTION AGENCY AMERICA LLC, USA, provides specialized Elevator, Escalator, and Moving Walk inspection services along with comprehensive document verification for imported equipment and shipments into Kuwait. Through strong coordination between our U.S. head office and Kuwait operations, we ensure that all systems comply with internationally recognized standards such as EN 81 (EN 81-20 / EN 81-50), ASME A17.1 / A17.2 / A17.3, and relevant ISO standards, as well as applicable Kuwait authority regulations. Our services cover the full lifecycle—from design review, manufacturing inspection, shipment verification, installation inspection, to final commissioning and certification—ensuring safety, compliance, and operational reliability.
LLOYDS provides elevator inspection and certification services across a wide range of building types in Kuwait, including:
- Residential Buildings & Apartments – Passenger safety inspections and periodic compliance checks
- Commercial Buildings & Offices – High-traffic elevator performance and safety verification
- Shopping Malls & Retail Complexes – Escalators, moving walks, and passenger elevators
- Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities – Bed lifts and service elevators with strict safety requirements
- Hotels & Hospitality Sector – Guest elevators, service lifts, and panoramic elevators
- Industrial Facilities & Warehouses – Goods lifts, freight elevators, and heavy-duty lifting systems
- Airports & Public Infrastructure – Escalators, moving walks, and high-capacity passenger systems
Our inspection scope includes all major types of vertical transportation systems in accordance with EN 81 and ASME A17.1 standards:
- Passenger Elevators (Traction & Machine Room / MRL)
- Home Lift & Platform Lifts
- Freight Elevators & Goods Lifts
- Hospital / Bed Elevators
- Panoramic / Glass Elevators
- Hydraulic Elevators
- Service Elevators & Dumbwaiters
- Escalators & Moving Walks
- Special Purpose & Industrial Lifting Systems
Each system is inspected for mechanical integrity, electrical safety, control systems, braking systems, door safety, overload protection, emergency operations, and compliance with applicable codes.
As part of our services, LLOYDS conducts detailed document verification for elevator and escalator shipments prior to arrival to Final Destinations , ensuring full compliance with international standards and local requirements. Our scope includes review and validation of:
- Certificates of Conformity (CoC) & CE Certificates
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 Material Certificates
- Type Test Certificates (as per EN 81 / ASME A17.1)
- Factory Test Reports & FAT Documents
- General Arrangement (GA) Drawings & Layouts
- Load Calculations & Design Calculations
- Safety Component Certifications (governor, safety gear, buffers, etc.)
- Electrical Schematics & Control System Documentation
- Operation & Maintenance Manuals (O&M)
Our U.S. office technical team provides an additional layer of review and validation, ensuring that all documents meet global compliance standards before shipment dispatch. This minimizes risks, prevents customs clearance delays, and avoids rejection due to non-compliance.
In Kuwait, LLOYDS performs on-site inspections during and after installation to ensure compliance with EN 81 and ASME A17.1 safety requirements, including:
- Installation quality inspection and alignment checks
- Electrical and control system verification
- Load testing and functional testing
- Safety device testing (overspeed governor, brakes, emergency systems)
- Final inspection and certification for authority approval
By combining U.S.-based technical expertise with strong local presence in Kuwait, LLOYDS delivers a complete, reliable, and globally aligned solution for Elevator Inspections and Shipment Document Verification. Our services help clients ensure full regulatory compliance, enhance safety, reduce project delays, and achieve smooth approval from Kuwait authorities—making LLOYDS a trusted partner for elevator and vertical transportation projects across Kuwait.
KUWAIT BRANCH OFFICE
LLOYDS INSPECTION AGENCY AMERICA LLC
[ US Branch Office in Kuwait ]
Al Habdhan Tower , Floor # 9
Block 4 I Mangaf I State of Kuwait
Code13015
+965-6006 1947
+965-6992 4100
📧 Email: info@lloydsamerica.co
📧 Alternative Email: info@lloydsinspection.com
🌐 Website: www.liaaco.com/kuwait