Elevator systems consist of a wide range of components that undergo wear and tear, thereby creating a requirement for modernization of efficiency, safety and performance of the system. Owing to increasing market demand, the global elevator modernization market size is expected to reach $19,941.6 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 9.4 percent from 2021 to 2030. KONE India is one pioneering organization that offers TRB & FRB products and services thereby upgrading the equipment to the latest technology. The company offers modernization solutions that are specifically crafted to meet customers’ requirements. These solutions include retrofit installations, component improvements, and complete replacement of current equipment.
Consistent Improvement Through Innovation
At KONE, innovation in manufacturing and product development are invariably dynamic in nature. KONE has revolutionized the user experience by increasing the attractiveness of elevators and providing digitized solutions to add value to the building. KONE’s DX Class elevators implement a human insight-driven design. These elevators are the modern manifesto of advanced digital connectivity that introduce a whole new realm of possibilities with an elevated user experience, enhanced people flow, delightful designs, future-proof services and just the right ambience.
The automated building operations from the KONE DX Class create an access bridge to KONE’s digital solutions, which can further be leveraged with the KONE Partner Ecosystems for efficient management. The company offers modernization solutions that are specifically crafted to meet the customers’ requirements
Technological innovations have further enabled customers to plug in additional services using the power of open application programming interfaces (APIs). These make integrating devices, apps and services much simpler. Thus, KONE taps into digitization to offer infotainment options during elevator rides and enhanced elevator music to develop emotional connections. With its ergonomic designs ranging from nature-inspired walls to futuristic lights to modern heritage designs inspired by classics, KONE elevators give a feeling of connectedness to those who step into the elevator for the first time.
Adding more about KONE’s unique operational philosophy, Amit Gossain, Managing Director of the company states, “We understand that inclusivity in elevators is important. Our collaboration with Blindsquare and the underlying IoT approach to elevators allows visually impaired users to call elevators via voice control. Underlying these technologies is the philosophy to adopt sustainable solutions that focus on low energy costs using materials that use less carbon footprint. These ideologies create a backdrop for our products and services, which include KONE DX class elevators, KONE People Flow Planning and Consulting, and KONE 24/7 connected services. Also, our flexible KONE Care maintenance programme is designed to ensure that our equipment operates safely and reliably while also extending its lifespan”.
KONE has received 23 best A-class ratings when it comes to energy efficiency and the company’s goal is to reduce greenhouse emissions related to materials and energy consumption by 40 percent. It also aims to reduce emissions related to its operations by 50 percent by 2030. Evolving with the changing times, KONE acknowledges the fact that smart elevators need smart people to handle them and has put forth transformation and development initiatives that empower its employees to adapt quickly to the rapid technological leaps in the elevator industry and learn quickly. The company’s ability to constantly innovate and pursue excellence has also helped it to be a part of many revolutionary projects in the industry including the World’s Largest Elevator at Jio World Centre, BKC, Mumbai where the company was able to create a product that is a perfect blend of engineering, art and architecture.