KONE has a long track record of creating innovative and eco-efficient solutions – we have been leading the way in this field for over 20 years.
| 1987: |
V3F frequency converter launched, improving energy efficiency of KONE hoisting machines. |
| 1991: |
KONE becomes the first company to utilize regenerative drives in its elevators. |
| 1993: |
The energy-efficient planetary gear for escalators is introduced. |
| 1996: |
The first machine-room-less elevator, KONE MonoSpace®, is launched, providing up to 70% energy savings compared to conventional technology. |
| 2004: |
The KONE EcoMod™ solution is launched, enabling modernization of escalators without removing the truss, saving construction time and materials. |
| 2005: |
KONE MonoSpace is the first elevator to include LED lighting as a standard feature. |
| 2006: |
KONE unveils the solar-powered elevator concept. |
| 2007: |
The KONE Innotrack™ autowalk is launched – the first autowalk to feature an energy-efficient gearless drive. |
| 2009: |
High-performance regenerative drives for the full range of KONE elevators launched. |
| 2009: |
New efficient gear outside step band drive launched for KONE escalators and autowalks. |
| 2009: |
KONE MiniSpace™ elevator awarded A-class energy classification (VDI standard 4707). |
| 2010: |
Kone energy-efficient sliding door solution launched. |
| 2010: |
The KONE MonoSpace elevator receives an A-class energy classification based on the VDI guideline in measurements performed by the independent parties. |