Technology
From R & D to Application
Roadmap used by KONE for its DX line of elevators offers guidelines for the process. by Undine Stricker-Berghoff KONE’s DX — “Digital Experience” — elevators, available since January 2020 (ELEVATOR...
From R&D to Application
Roadmap used by KONE for its DX line of elevators offers guidelines for the process. KONE’s DX — “Digital Experience” — elevators, available since January 2020 (ELEVATOR WORLD Middle East,...
Non-Human Passengers
Your author takes an in-depth look at the special demands different types of robots place on lifts. by Dr. Rory SmithThis article was first presented at the 10thSymposium on Lift...
Innovative Designs: Challenges for Inspection and Maintenance?
New technology is frequently introduced, but safety regulations don’t always cover changes. by Robert KaspersmaThis article was first presented at the 2019 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Las Vegas....
Smart Data Warehouse
ThyssenKrupp Elevator aims to expand Spain pilot program to the U.S., China and India. In early February, thyssenkrupp Elevator inaugurated its 6,853-m2 Smart Data Technological Warehouse in the San Fernando...
Maintenance of the Future
Fast-growing sensor-based approach involves innovations in technology and business. by Rob Wurth Sensor-based maintenance is an approach to elevator maintenance that involves utilizing sensors to augment traditional maintenance by integrating...
The Rising Role of IoT
Connected technology increasingly facilitates uninterrupted access to greater heights. Over the past 160 years, there have been few technologies that have had a greater footprint on society than the elevator....
The IoEE: Connecting Equipment, Customers and Passengers
Schindler AHEAD shows how cutting-edge technology can reduce downtime and increase customer satisfaction. by Matthias Schiller and Dr. Clarissa FalgeThis article was first presented at the 2018 International Elevator &...
CAFM, an Industry Challenge
A closer look at the information system and the kinds of companies utilizing it This article was first presented at the 2018 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Istanbul. For...
Integrated Lift Control System
Combining controller with motor driver in one unit offers much more than just simplicity. This article was first presented at the 2018 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Istanbul. For...