Service core

Service core

A vertical element in a multistory structure, containing the elevators, vertical runs of most of the mechanical and electrical services, and the fire stairs.

service core

service connection A multistoried space in a tall building, usually centrally located, that houses essential building services such as elevators, and/or is the wiring distribution site for services such as electricity, telephone, security, fire protection, communications systems, and plumbing lines.