Schindler R.I.S.E Robot Implemented in Singapore

Schindler’s world-first elevator shaft installation robot, Robotic Installation System for Elevators (R.I.S.E), was implemented at the 35-story Shaw Tower in downtown Singapore. Originally opening in 1975, the tower has been completely redesigned by Aedas and has since become the first Grade A office tower to achieve Green Mark Platinum certification according to Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority 2021 standards. One of five R.I.S.E systems being deployed worldwide, the robot arrived in Singapore in April and completed its task in June. The robot maneuvers itself along the building’s elevator shaft with precision and speed to install components using drilling and anchor bolt installation tools. The hot, dusty and grueling work traditionally performed by construction professionals is, with the robot, limited to a specialist operator who monitors the robot’s movements via a remote-control panel. “With (R.I.S.E’s) speed and accuracy, we achieved time savings and improved safety outcomes compared to convention installation methods,” Shaw Towers Realty General Manager Alfred Yeung said.