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Builders should involve KONE as early as possible in the pre-construction, schematic design phase.

Involving KONE early allows builders and architects to:

• Optimize shaft dimensions and spatial planning: Avoid costly redesigns or structural conflicts in the digital model before ground is broken.
• Integrate construction time use (CTU) solutions early: Plan for temporary elevator usage (such as KONE JumpLift) during structural erection, which requires early shaft coordination.
• Streamline BIM and CAD workflow: Seamlessly integrate 2D/3D BIM models directly into architectural plans to guarantee compliance with local building safety codes.
• Lock in realistic lead times and budgeting: Establish predictable delivery schedules, installation milestones, and budget forecasts well ahead of site mobilization.

Yes. KONE offers dedicated Construction Time Use (CTU), where the building’s permanent passenger elevator, protected by cladding, is used throughout construction. It transports workers and materials inside the building instead of using external hoists, making vertical transportation faster, safer, and more cost-efficient. When construction is complete, the cladding is removed, revealing the finished, pristine elevator car. In most cases, it is already ready for building users. For larger elevators, final interior design elements are then finalized.

KONE SiteFlow is a digital construction logistics management tool that maximizes the efficiency of your construction elevators and hoists. It gives site managers real-time visibility and control over key operations – helping reduce waiting times and keeping workers productive. When integrated with KONE JumpLift™, it can expand elevator capacity by 15% and has been shown to reduce floor cycle times from 2.5 weeks to just 4 days in some projects.

KONE JumpLift™ enables early use of the elevator shaft in high-rise buildings of 10 floors or more, even before the building reaches full height. A self-climbing construction elevator, it grows with the structure and supports continuous vertical transport of people and materials – while providing greater load capacities and speeds than rack-and-pinion hoists. It operates regardless of weather conditions and allows the building façade to be closed sooner. Proven to cut construction time by weeks or even months – in one project, KONE JumpLift™ cut six months off the build schedule.

KONE provides a suite of online planning and design tools that enable builders, engineers, and architects to configure compliant elevator systems quickly:

• KONE Elevator Planner and Escalator Planner: Free, web-based tools where builders input project parameters (floors, speed, capacity, building type) to instantly generate technical specifications, accurate 2D CAD drawings, and 3D BIM files.
• KONE Car Designer: A web and mobile app featuring AR/VR functionality that allows project teams to visualize, customize, and approve elevator interior materials, wall finishes, lighting, and signalization in 3D.
• BIM content libraries: Detailed 3D digital twin components that easily integrate into master architectural models to perform clash detection early in the design cycle.

KONE keeps projects moving on time and on budget through a combination of engineering, digital tools, and site management:

1. Faster logistics with JumpLift & CTU: with Construction Time Use (CTU), your building’s permanent elevator shaft is used to transport workers and materials long before the project is finished. KONE JumpLift is a self-climbing elevator operating inside that shaft that moves upward as the building rises to accelerate site logistics.
2. Early facade closure: Enclosing the building exterior earlier protects interiors from weather damage, allowing dry trade work to begin months ahead of schedule.
3. Design tools: Early BIM and online planner validation eliminate costly on-site structural modifications or shaft rework.
4. Predictable milestone management: Dedicated KONE project managers coordinate delivery logistics, shaft readiness inspections, and phased installation milestones aligned with the general contractor's master schedule.

KONE provides a comprehensive range of commercial and high-rise elevators, led by the DX Class (Digital Experience) platform with built-in IoT connectivity:

• KONE MonoSpace® DX (Machine Room-Less / MRL):
• Industry-leading space-saving design powered by the compact KONE EcoDisc® hoisting motor.
• Eliminates the need for a rooftop machine room.
• Suitable for mid- to high-rise commercial buildings up to 48 floors (120 meters), with speeds up to 3.0 m/s.
• KONE MiniSpace™ DX (Compact Machine Room):
• Engineered specifically for high-rise towers and skyscrapers up to 63+ floors (210+ meters).
• Uses a small, highly compact machine room that acts as a simple shaft extension.
• Delivers higher travel speeds (up to 4.0 m/s) and heavy traffic capacities.
• KONE TransSys™ DX (Heavy-Duty Freight & Service):
• Built for tough commercial environments, loading bays, service shafts, and healthcare facilities requiring high load capacity (up to 5,000 kg) and durable interiors.

KONE acts as an end-to-end partner throughout the entire building lifecycle:

1. Planning and design: Providing initial traffic analysis, BIM models, technical specs, and shaft sizing via KONE Elevator Planner.
2. Pre-construction and logistics: Establishing CTU/JumpLift strategies, site access plans, and component delivery schedules.
3. Construction phase: Installing CTU elevators early, deploying KONE SiteFlow for site traffic management, and maintaining high site safety standards.
4. Installation and quality assurance: Factory-trained installation crews follow strict safety protocols and standardized installation methods.
5. Commissioning and handover: Conducting final ride-comfort testing, safety certification, and smooth transition to permanent operations with KONE 24/7 Connected Services (IoT predictive maintenance) active from day one.