Elevator modernization

Elevator modernization

Does your elevator need an upgrade? Bring aging elevators, of any brand and type, up to today's standards with KONE.

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Why modernize?

From outdated to up-to-date

All elevators will eventually need an update. By modernizing your elevator, you can boost its performance, save energy, and bring your equipment up to today's standards. No matter the brand or type of your elevator, KONE makes the process simple for you.

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    Fast installation, less disruption

    Keep people in your building happy and business running with less elevator disruption during installation. With just one week of planned downtime, your tenants will barely notice we were there, except that everything works better.

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    Digitally connected for more uptime

    Boost uptime and get instant insights with our digitally enabled service. With real-time monitoring and data, we find and fix faults before they become problems. Our remote service resolves issues and entrapments within minutes.

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    A longer life with energy savings

    Take the fast-track to energy savings and meet your targets with the latest sustainability features built in. You get a lifecycle plan with smart upgrades that extend your equipment's life, reduce carbon emissions, and give more back on your energy bill.

What we offer

Modernization solutions for you

When the time is right, we'll proactively recommend the right modernization solution for your needs. Our solutions fall into three categories, and each can be matched to your requirements across budget and building type.

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    KONE Upgrade

    A modular approach for existing elevators that gives you the freedom to choose upgrades that meet your current needs. From aesthetic improvements to more eco-efficient hoisting, our technicians will help you find the right solution to meet your priorities.

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    KONE Replace

    A modular approach for existing elevators that gives you the freedom to choose upgrades that meet your current needs. From aesthetic improvements to more eco-efficient hoisting, our technicians will help you find the right solution to meet your priorities.

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    KONE AddNew

    KONE AddNew lets you add an elevator to almost any existing building, enhancing mobility, accessibility and safety. The dimensions of your stairwell determine whether your new elevator will be installed inside or outside.

Modernization that's fast, digital and sustainable

Modernization that's fast, digital and sustainable

Thanks to new technology, disruptions to the lives of your tenants can be kept to the absolute minimum whilst delivering the highest possible levels of return on investment.

  • Fast

    1 week

    Installation even within 1 week

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  • Digital

    80 %

    Predictive maintenance finds 80% of issues

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  • Sustainable

    74 %

    Up to 74% energy savings

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Maintenance solutions

Digital from day one

Every elevator upgrade includes built-in connectivity – giving you access to an industry-leading digitally enabled service that maximizes elevator uptime with the highest standards of cybersecurity.

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    Full transparency

    Get real-time updates and actionable insights into the performance of your equipment and extend its lifetime. View your elevator's status in our digital customer portal.

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    Predictive maintenance

    Predictive maintenance finds 80% of issues. With real-time monitoring and data analysis, we identify and fix faults before they become problems.

  • CUSTOMER SERVICE

    Remote service

    Our remote service resolves issues and entrapments within minutes, no need to wait for an on-site technician. Enjoy maximum cybersecurity for your peace of mind.

Sustainable

Boost sustainability and save energy

KONE Modernization gives you a lifecycle plan with smart upgrades that extend your equipment's life, reduce carbon emissions, and give more back on your energy bill.

  • Industry

    1st

    in carbon-neutral manufacturing units.

     

    Carbon-neutral manufacturing units powered by 100% renewable electricity.

  • Up to

    74 %

    energy savings.

     

    Benefit from up to 74% energy savings when modernizing an elevator

  • Up to

    90 %

    of materials can be recovered.

     

    When modernizing your elevator, up to 90% of the materials used can be recovered.

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Frequently asked questions

Elevator modernization includes equipment repairs, upgrades and full replacement. When the time is right, we proactively recommend the right modernization solution for your needs.​

Our experts will prepare a tailored budget around your needs, taking into account existing equipment status, traffic and building type.

Like all equipment, elevators have a lifecycle. Our experts ensure you provide the correct modernization solution at the correct moment in the lifecycle.

Modernization can take just 1 week under certain circumstances. Our goal is always to ensure to least disruption to traffic in your building.