Elevator modernization

Does your elevator need an upgrade? KONE elevator modernization solutions can help improve the performance, reliability, accessibility, and passenger experience of aging elevator systems across a wide range of brands and equipment types

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What if you could do more than repair or restore your aging elevator? KONE modernization solutions can upgrade selected elevator systems in as little as one week, depending on the equipment, building, and project scope. The result is an elevator designed to deliver improved performance, reliability, and passenger experience. With digital technology and more efficient equipment options, modernization can also help extend the useful life of your elevator and support lower lifecycle costs.

Why modernize?

Bring your elevator up to date

As elevators age, their components and technology may need to be updated. Modernization can help improve elevator performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and accessibility while bringing equipment closer to current building requirements and user expectations. KONE offers modernization solutions for many elevator brands and types and helps guide you through the process.

Faster installation, less disruption

Modernize your elevator with a solution designed to reduce disruption for tenants, visitors, and building operations. Depending on the elevator and scope of work, installation may be completed with as little as one week of planned downtime.
Digital monitoring that supports uptime

Digitally enabled services can provide actionable equipment insights and help support elevator uptime. Remote monitoring allows KONE to identify certain faults earlier, evaluate equipment status, and, where possible, begin troubleshooting remotely. Response and resolution times depend on the issue, equipment, connectivity, building access, and service agreement.
Extend equipment life and improve energy efficiency

Modernization can help improve energy efficiency and support your building’s sustainability goals. A lifecycle plan can identify appropriate upgrades designed to extend the useful life of elevator equipment, reduce energy consumption, and potentially lower operating costs.

What we offer

Elevator modernization solutions for your building

When the time is right, KONE can assess your elevator and recommend a modernization solution based on your equipment, building requirements, priorities, and budget. Explore three approaches, from targeted upgrades and full elevator replacement to adding an elevator to an existing building.

KONE Upgrade

Modernize selected parts of your existing elevator with a flexible, modular approach. Choose upgrades that address your current priorities, from refreshed car interiors and digital features to more energy-efficient hoisting technology.

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KONE Replace

Replace your existing elevator system while retaining the current shaft where project conditions allow. KONE Replace combines modern elevator technology with solutions designed to support reliable performance, connectivity, and an improved passenger experience.

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KONE can help you identify an appropriate course of action at each stage of your elevator’s lifecycle. Complete a short elevator assessment to receive a preliminary recommendation based on your equipment, building, priorities, and modernization needs.

KONE offers modernization solutions for elevators from a wide range of manufacturers. Our specialists assess your existing equipment and recommend upgrades designed to support improved performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and passenger experience.

From targeted component upgrades to full elevator replacement, the recommended approach depends on your equipment’s condition, component availability, building requirements, budget, and applicable local regulations.

KONE maintenance services and spare parts capabilities can also help support elevator availability throughout its lifecycle. Available solutions and outcomes vary according to the elevator, modernization scope, usage, maintenance program, and market.

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
Digital

80 %

Predictive maintenance finds 80% of issues
Sustainable

74 %

Up to 74% energy savings

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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.

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.

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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 timelines vary depending on the elevator, building requirements, and scope of work. Some modernization projects can be completed in as little as one week, while more extensive upgrades may take longer. KONE works to minimize disruption and help maintain building operations throughout the process.

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Elevator modernization

Elevator modernization in as little as one week

Bring your elevator up to date

Faster installation, less disruption

Digital monitoring that supports uptime

Extend equipment life and improve energy efficiency

Elevator modernization solutions for your building

KONE Upgrade

KONE Replace

Is it time to modernize your elevator?

We modernize a wide range of elevator brands and equipment types

Modernization that's fast, digital and sustainable

1 week

80 %

74 %

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Elevator modernization

Elevator modernization in as little as one week

Bring your elevator up to date

Faster installation, less disruption

Digital monitoring that supports uptime

Extend equipment life and improve energy efficiency

Elevator modernization solutions for your building

KONE Upgrade

KONE Replace

Is it time to modernize your elevator?

We modernize a wide range of elevator brands and equipment types

Modernization that's fast, digital and sustainable

1 week

80 %

74 %

Get a free consultation for your project

Send us a message and we'll get back to you shortly

What are you interested in?

Digital from day one

Full transparency

Predictive maintenance

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Frequently asked questions

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