The KONE MiniSpace™ platform solution is available up to 63 floors and 180 m travel. It can transport up to 1800 kg and run up to 4 m/s speed.
KONE MiniSpace™ solutions are available for up to 8 car groups. The group control solutions meet the intense traffic demands of modern commercial buildings.
Powered by the revolutionary KONE EcoDisc®, it guarantees reliable operation, low noise level, and outstanding performance.
For more details on the range and specifications, please see the elevator product pages on this site.
KONE set the industry standard once again by creating KONE MiniSpace™ – the elevator range with a very small machine room. It is ideal for all kinds of passenger and freight transportation – from standard offices, hotels, and residential buildings to super high-rise buildings.
Space-Saving ConceptIn the KONE MiniSpace concept the machine room is only an extension of the elevators shaft, which makes it very easy and cost-efficient to construct. The compact KONE EcoDisc® leaves plenty of room inside the machine room. The lightweight machinery is easy to handle on site and can even be lifted up inside the elevator shaft.
No Construction DelaysKONE MiniSpace™ technology enables you to enclose the building earlier. This ensures that everything runs smoothly, and the elevators are out of the critical path of the construction project.
Proven TechnologyKONE MiniSpace™ is based on the same proven KONE EcoDisc® technology used in hundreds of thousands MonoSpace® elevators around the world.
KONE MiniSpace™, a Versatile Solution This workhorse is a versatile solution that can be customised to meet the demands of your building. Many prominent towers in the world today run the KONE MiniSpace solution proudly. Excellent ride comfort, power-saving gearless machine, compact space requirement, high efficiency and low heat loss, these are but a few of the key features that have made this marvel the first choice for many great projects.
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 includedTraction: hoisting unit and bed plate includedEcoDisc®: 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.
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.
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.
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:
The KONE Scaffold-less Installation method and the KONE JumpLift™ are examples of solutionsthat match the safety, speed and staging requirements of medium- to high-rise projects. Many times the elevators are a critical component of the building project, since many construction phases can be dependant on the progress of the elevator installation. KONE JumpLift™ is a revolutionary concept that allows the elevators to serve the lower floors even while the building is still going up. When the higher levels are finished, it takes a very short time to move the elevators up and get them serving the site traffic. Time is money and KONE has solutions to save both.
The elevator, like all technical equipment, requires regular maintenance to keep it running nonstop. With dedicated maintenance personnel, the right maintenance program, and original spare parts, your elevators will retain their value year after year. When developing our products, we always pay attention to serviceability. Our maintenance programs emphasise preventive maintenance. KONE maintenance is always near you, wherever you build.
Our global network of service specialists ensures that even the most complex technical challenge is resolved quickly and effectively. We provide tailored KONE Care™ maintenance packages to meet your specific needs. Our maintenance programs take into account the type, age, and usage of your equipment to maximize its reliability and safety and to minimise downtime and maintenance costs.