Tag: elevators
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KONE Joins Current/OS to Develop DC-Powered Elevators
KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, announces its accession to the Current/OS Foundation. KONE will put the Current/OS approach in action to develop a Proof of Concept (PoC) for an elevator powered in Direct Current (DC), showcasing the potential gains in energy efficiency and contributing to a more stable and resilient…
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Elevators in skyscrapers: key design and installation considerations
As buildings get taller, what does that mean for elevator design and installation? KONE’s Sascha Brozek looks at the construction challenges of fitting elevators in tall buildings. Ultra-high-rise buildings can contain thousands of people, all of whom will need vertical transportation. The expectation is that this will be rapid, smooth and quiet, but we also…