MonoSpace Special Elevator Platform 

In 1996, KONE changed the industry forever by introducing the KONE MonoSpace® platform. Since then it has become the standard that other elevator manufacturers have tried to copy.

We can help you analyze the transportation requirements in each project and recommend the ideal elevator system.

Easier building design

KONE MonoSpace® Special requires only a single space - the shaft. So the machine room is no longer needed. The absence of a machine room gives architects and developers greater design freedom and saves construction costs. And elevators can now easily serve the penthouse, without unsightly equipment on the roof.

Substantial cost savings

KONE MonoSpace® Special uses less space, so you can lease more space. It also saves construction time, materials and costs. Its streamlined delivery process and efficient installation method ensure that the elevators are not a bottleneck during construction.

In 1996, KONE took the technology lead in the elevator industry by developing the KONE EcoDisc® hoisting machine.

Over the years KONE has constantly increased the application range of KONE EcoDisc® hoisting technology thanks to its energy and space efficiency, reliability and excellent ride comfort.

KONE EcoDisc® is the core technology for all KONE gearless elevators. It employs a permanent magnet synchronous motor, frequency control, and low-friction gearless construction. The KONE EcoDisc® needs less starting current, consumes less power and needs no oil.

Comparing the KONE EcoDisc® with typical conventional hydraulic and 2-speed traction elevators confirms clear advantages:

*) 180 starts/h
**) Hydraulic: pump, motor, oil, container and lift jack included
Traction: hoisting unit and bed plate included
EcoDisc®: hoisting unit and fixing brackets included
***) Measured 1 m from machine

Through effective research and development, KONE continuously strives to improve the eco-efficiency of its solutions.

Minimizing the carbon footprint

The carbon footprint can be lowered by reducing the energy consumption of an elevator over its life cycle. KONE’s solutions are energy-efficient thanks to a wide variety of features that combine both energy and space savings in the customer’s premises. KONE set the trend with KONE EcoDisc®, a lightweight, highly efficient hoisting machine. KONE EcoDisc® consumes 70 percent less energy than a hydraulic drive and 50 percent less than a geared traction elevator drive. KONE has also been the pioneer in introducing inverter drives and regenerative systems for elevator use. These can recover up to 25 percent of the total energy consumed, which can be converted for example in lighting the building.

Focusing on Eco-efficiency

The biggest environmental impact of an elevator is generated by its use. Consequently, reducing the environmental impact of an equipment is most effective when the product is being developed and the optimal solution for each building is being planned. For example, solutions such as the destination control system, where the passenger chooses his destination floor before entering the elevator, can significantly save energy by increasing handling capacity and decreasing the number of trips.

Reducing Standby Energy Consumption

When the elevator is idle, it still consumes energy. The standby energy is mostly consumed by the car lights, control devices, car ventilators, elevator drives and control systems. This standby energy consumption can account for 25 to 80 percent of the total energy consumed by the elevator, depending on its design and usage. Less frequent usage, for example in a small apartment building, meansthat a higher percentage of the electricity can be saved by reducing standby energy consumption. KONE has developed various ways to save standby energy:

• After the last car call, the car lights and the car fan are switched off automatically; they come on again the next time the car is called.
• The usage of LED lights reduces the energy consumed in car lighting by up to 80 percent and they last up to 10 times longer than halogen lights.
• A few minutes after the last car call, the signalization automatically switches to standby mode. This can reduce up to 80 percent of the energy consumed by signalization.
• When the car reaches the floor, corridor illumination control automatically illuminates the floor, thus reducing overall electricity consumption for the building.