Best-in-class energy efficiency

Best-in-class energy efficiency

KONE was the first elevator and escalator company to achieve the best A class energy efficiency classification for a number of our installations. The classification is granted according to the international ISO 25745 standard for the energy performance of lifts, escalators, and moving walks.

We have a wide range of best-in-class energy performance references for our products. The references include various building types, several market areas, and product specifications. In total, KONE received 23 best A-class ratings for elevators. Eight KONE escalator and autowalk models have received the best A+++ classification in the escalator and autowalk category.

We have pioneered eco-efficient solutions, such as the regenerative drive, standby solutions, and the revolutionary KONE UltraRope® high-rise hoisting technology. KONE UltraRope® can cut the energy consumption of, for example, a 500-meter elevator ride, by up to 15%. For higher buildings, the energy saving is even more notable.

There is a growing number of aging elevators and escalators currently in operation, the energy performance of which can be significantly improved through partial or full modernization. The European Union’s study called Energy-Efficient Elevators and Escalators (E4) concluded that by utilizing the best available technology of today, energy savings of up to 63% can be achieved by modernizing elevators installed in 1985 or prior. On a European level, this translates to 11.6 TWh of saved energy.

Innovative solutions for smart and sustainable buildings

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INNOVATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY

We help you to create value with our future proof DX digital experience elevators and smart and anti-microbial materials and to improve accessibility, for example with our partner solution for visually impaired.

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING SOLUTIONS

KONE’s health and well-being solutions are here to help make buildings and cities safer and healthier places to live, work and commute. The solutions are built on KONE’s deep expertise and knowledge of people flow.

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BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE GENERATIONS

With KONE People Flow Planning and Consulting we help create future-proof, adaptable buildings that last. We gather data and simulate reality to get insights into what works and what doesn’t – and why – to help your building achieve full potential.

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