Shimada Denki Seisakusho, a renowned Tokyo-based elevator button factory established in 1933, offers a fascinating guided tour where visitors can explore the origins and craftsmanship behind their custom-made elevator buttons and arrival lights. As part of the tour, guests are treated to the main attraction known as the ‘1,000 Buttons’ exhibit. The ‘1,000 Buttons’ exhibit […] The post 1,000 Buttons Exhibition in Japanese Factory appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

Those who enjoy unusual elevators will very soon be able to ride up in the chimney elevator installed by Otis in the Battersea Power Station London. The glass elevator rises 109m to the viewing platform. Have a look at this great 360-degree video. Hope you have a fast internet connection otherwise, the experience may not […] The post Lift 109 appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

What if robot technology could help us further increase efficiency safety and even diversity on construction sites while allowing elevator technicians to focus-on what they do best? A stretch of the imagination? Reality shows that elevator technicians spend a lot of time on construction sites carrying around tools and parts, what can be strenuous and […] The post Schindler increasing efficiency? appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

KONE has introduced its next generation access gate solution, the KONE Lane turnstile. It offers remarkable space-efficiency, reducing the need for floorspace by up to 90%, compared with conventional similar products. The solution is ideal for offices and multiuse developments and can be adjusted to suit various design styles, while its ‘Time of Flight’ (TOF) […] The post Kone Lane Turnstile appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

As businesses across the globe transition from survival to revival, it is imperative to be in sync with the technology-driven ‘new normal.’ Virgo presents easy access to key markets across the world on a virtual platter conceptualized exclusively for the Vertical Transportation industry connecting manufacturers with their target audience worldwide. Explore every potential market with […] The post Global Lift & Escalator Expo 2021 Virtual appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

We look forward to seeing you at the EURO-LIFT Expo – the most comprehensive event dedicated to lifts industry held in Kielce. The lift industry proudly presents and discusses the latest products and service; join us in Targi Kielce on 28 and 29 April 2021 for the International Lifts Exhibition EURO-LIFT. For the sixth time, Targi […] The post Euro-Lift 2021 appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

Applied high-tech materials with 1/6 the weight and twice the life span of conventional metal ropes Transit time reduced by 20% compared to Dubai Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest building Hyundai Elevator announced its successful development of the world’s first carbon fiber belt type 4134fpm (1260m/min) elevator technology. This is the second big achievement following […] The post First 4134 fpm Elevator with Carbon Belt appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

Schindler’s Robotic Installation System for Elevators (Schindler R.I.S.E), the world’s first self-climbing, autonomous robotic system able to conduct installation work in an elevator shaft, has this year for the first time been deployed commercially in customer projects, including the TrIIIple project in Vienna and the Varso Tower in Warsaw, the tallest skyscraper in the European […] The post R.I.S.E now operational appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

ThyssenKrupp analysis shows that people at a distance of more than 500 metres from a metro station usually opt for other means of transport, despite the possibility of heavy traffic jams or significantly higher costs. Filling this gap in the transport landscape, ACCEL offers a cost-effective solution to improve the reach of metro stations and […] The post ACCEL from ThyssenKrupp appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more

ThyssenKrupp sells its Elevator Technology business entirely to a consortium led by Advent, Cinven and RAG foundation. The respective Executive Board decision was approved on Thursday evening by the Supervisory Board of ThyssenKrupp AG. The purchase agreement has been signed. The closing of the transaction is expected by the end of the current fiscal year. […] The post ThyssenKrupp sells Elevator Technology business for €17.2 billion appeared first on Elevator Today ..read more