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Kunming Changshui International Airport

Kunming Changshui Airport
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Case overview

 

Completed in 2012, Kunming Changshui International Airport serves millions of travelers and is recognized as China’s first “Green Airport.” As passenger traffic grew, the airport adopted KONE solutions to support smooth, efficient, and reliable people flow throughout the terminal.

 

Project nameKunming Changshui International Airport
LocationKunming, China
Year completed2012
Passenger volume
45 million passengers (2017)
CertificationLEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

Key requirements of the project

  • Provide people flow solutions capable of handling rapidly rising passenger numbers
  • Maintain an equipment operation rate above 99% and complete necessary maintenance work within four to five hours
  • Meet LEED-mandated environmental benchmarks for all equipment
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Results of the collaboration

High equipment availability

KONE 24/7 Connected Services, combined with on-site technicians and readily available spare parts contributes to maintaining an equipment operation rate above 99%.

 

More efficient maintenance

24/7 remote monitoring and diagnostics give technicians greater visibility into equipment issues before work begins, enabling faster troubleshooting and reducing downtime.

Fewer unexpected breakdowns
Continuous monitoring and preventive maintenance help identify potential faults early, lowering the risk of unplanned disruptions and supporting reliable operation.

 

Longer-lasting, sustainable equipment

Preventive maintenance extends equipment lifespan, while energy-efficient solutions align with the airport’s LEED environmental benchmarks.
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Technology highlights

  • KONE Care™ maintenance solution
  • KONE 24/7 Connected Services
  • 111 KONE MonoSpace® elevators
  • 8 KONE Transys™ elevators
  • 16 KONE TransitMaster™ autowalks

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