Elevator Modernization

Why modernize with KONE?

AN INVESTMENT THAT PAYS OFF

KONE elevator modernization improves safety, reliability, accessibility, and appearance, and also lowers energy costs.

HAPPIER BUILDING USERS

A reliable, comfortable, and accessible elevator improves the quality of life for everyone in your building.

HASSLE-FREE INSTALLATION

Our professionally managed modernization process minimizes disturbance to tenants and visitors.

Our elevator modernization solutions

Full replacement

With full replacement we completely remove your old elevator and install a brand-new, accessibility-compliant one in your building’s existing shaft. We recommend this option if:

your elevator is more than 25 years old
is unreliable, cramped, or slow
is difficult for some people to access and use

AVERAGE TIMEFRAME 4-6 WEEKS *

Modular modernization

We can upgrade your elevator’s performance and appearance, and cut running costs, by updating entire systems – such as the hoisting machinery, electrification system, or doors – in one go. Modular modernization is ideal if your elevator is:

15 to 20 years old
consuming a lot of electricity
doesn’t level accurately with landing floors
has an outdated and impractical interior

AVERAGE TIMEFRAME 1-2 WEEKS *

Component upgrades

Component upgrades are a quick and cost-effective way to make small improvements to things like the elevator door operator, signalization, or lighting system. These types of upgrades are recommended for elevators that are:

more than 10 years old
suffering from problems like noisy doors or outdated and impractical signalization

AVERAGE TIMEFRAME 1-2 DAYS *

KONE DX Class elevators for full replacement – connecting more than floors

Design with a human touch, a completely new kind of user experience with built-in connectivity, and all the help and support you need to plan everything down to the very last detail. With the new KONE DX Class there’s never been a better time to modernize your elevator.

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Is it time to modernize?

If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, it’s time to think about modernizing your elevator!

IS YOUR ELEVATOR OFTEN OUT OF ORDER?

DOES IT HAVE HEAVY MANUAL DOORS?

DOES IT STOP LEVEL WITH THE LANDING FLOOR?

DOES IT HAVE A CRAMPED CAR?

IS THE INTERIOR IN POOR CONDITION?

KONE elevator modernization process

We're with you every step of the way

We support you at every step of the elevator modernization process, from planning and installation to handover. And with on-going maintenance and monitoring support, we’re there throughout your building’s life cycle.

Find out what’s involved

Our quick guide tells you everything you need to know about the elevator modernization process and the various options open to you.

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Benefits of elevator modernization

Performance

Modernization will mean shorter waiting times, fewer repairs and breakdowns, lower running costs, and less frustration for tenants and visitors. Modern automatic doors and signalization will make sure that your elevator looks good and is easy to use.

Safety

Our innovative improvements make your elevator safer, giving you and your elevator users added peace of mind. By modernizing with KONE you can benefit from better functioning car doors, accurate car leveling, improved lighting, a two-way communication system inside the car, an emergency power supply in case of power cuts, and much more.

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Accessibility

With elevator full replacement you can increase the size of the car by as much as 50%, while with modernization you can install wide-opening doors to make access easier for people using wheelchairs or pushing baby strollers.

Visual appearance

A good-looking elevator complements your building and enhances the elevator experience for residents and visitors alike. You can completely transform the look and feel of the car interior with new functional and durable materials, innovative patters and finishes, a modern color palette, as well as mirrors and other accessories.

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Connectivity

When you modernize your elevator with KONE you can future-proof your building with market-leading, connected elevator technology. With connected elevators you can create a completely new kind of user experience by adding smart building solutions and services that make life even easier and more convenient for users.

KONE DX Class elevators for full replacement

Connecting more than floors

The all-new KONE Care™

When it comes to maintenance services, one size doesn’t fit all. To match your specific maintenance needs, we now provide more flexible maintenance offering with more options and combinations to choose from.

Support throughout your building’s life cycle

We're here to serve you every step of the way

KONE Tools and Downloads

Take advantage of our next-generation design and planning tools to help you create a great user experience that makes your building more attractive to tenants and visitors alike.

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Elevator modernization