At KONE, we have over 100 years of experience in helping teams solve challenges in unique landmark buildings. When you need to build something extraordinary, our experts are here to help you deliver an unforgettable high-rise elevator experience.
The taller a building, the more its people flow depends on elevators. KONE provides expert support for the world’s most ambitious ultra-high-rise projects. We work with architects, developers, contractors and building operators from the earliest planning stages through to long-term operation.
Our innovations, like superlight hoisting technologies and intelligent destination control systems, help you make the most of your building’s floor area and keep passengers moving efficiently. To safeguard the value of your investment, we provide straightforward paths to maintain, upgrade and modernize your skyscraper elevators and keep up with evolving building standards and user expectations.
When your landmark building needs an update, we have the expertise to deliver a state-of-the art people flow solution that refreshes the passenger experience and sets you apart.
Our experts will guide you through the latest advances in accessibility, sustainability, and technology to find the perfect solution for your building, regardless of its current make or model. Whether you need a focused update or a complete overhaul, we’ll bring your elevators up to the latest standards, delivering a world-class experience that secures your building's prestige for years to come.
We have deep experience in helping teams solve challenges in unique buildings. From planning to construction and beyond, our global experts work side by side with you to create People Flow solutions that keep vision and function aligned.
We bring breakthrough technology and future-ready services to the world's most complex constructions — going above expectations with intelligent solutions that predict and improve how people and things move through your building.
Rely on smart People Flow solutions that maximize uptime and lifecycle value, thanks to built-in digital solutions and modernization services that keep your building relevant for the future.
Delight passengers from the moment they step into the building and keep that experience flowing as they move seamlessly through spaces, minimizing travel times and boosting your building's appeal with that effortless, elevated feel.
From construction site logistics and new elevators to digital people flow solutions and expert maintenance services, our innovations help you take your high-rise to the next level.
High-rise elevators
Unleash new possibilities with our high-rise elevators, designed for demanding passenger handling and energy-efficient performance. Our elevator range covers solutions for different kinds of buildings and use cases, including a double-deck elevator model.
KONE Journey
KONE Journey enables smooth people flow through smart elevator control, touch-free access, and delightful infotainment. It brings together convenience, personalization, and engaging experiences, while supporting higher levels of safety and security as part of the overall building concept.
Construction site logistics
KONE’s solutions for improved construction logistics help you run your site as smoothly as possible by making it easier, safer and faster to move people and materials with construction time use elevators.
Lifecycle services and maintenance
KONE's purpose-built service ensures you get the most out of your elevator investment. Our predictive, connected maintenance monitors your equipment around the clock, resolves issues proactively, and keeps your elevators performing at their best with minimal downtime.
Superlight hoisting solution
The KONE UltraRope® technology provides unrivalled elevator eco-efficiency, reliability and durability, while also improving elevator performance. Say goodbye to the disadvantages of steel ropes: high energy consumption, rope stretch, large moving masses, and downtime caused by building sway. KONE UltraRope enables elevator travel heights up to 1,000 meters.
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TYTYRI TEST TOWER
The Tytyri High-Rise Laboratory is the bedrock of KONE’s engineering mastery, providing major project customers the ultimate assurance in vertical transportation. By testing technology to its physical limits 350 meters underground, we de-risk the world’s most ambitious architectural visions through rigorous, high-speed trials. For our partners, Tytyri represents a legacy of unparalleled expertise—proving that KONE possesses the proven experience and innovative precision needed to safely shape the skylines of tomorrow.
KONE has over 100 years of experience in vertical transportation, making us a trusted partner for high-rise projects. In fact, 5 out of 10 of the world's tallest buildings currently use KONE elevators. We have a dedicated High-Rise Laboratory to explore new breakthrough technologies and are constantly working with architects, developers, contractors and building operators to deliver impressive, unique passenger experiences in the world’s most ambitious buildings.
KONE's high-rise range includes the MiniSpace™ DX High-Rise, MiniSpace™ Double Deck, MonoSpace® DX Performance elevators, supported and enhanced by innovations like the KONE UltraRope® ultralight hoisting solution and KONE Journey. For construction, KONE JumpLift speeds up on-site logistics by moving workers and materials in the permanent elevator shaft while the building is still being built.
KONE UltraRope® is a carbon-fiber hoisting rope that replaces traditional steel cables. It is a fraction of the weight, maintenance free, and is more resilient to building sway. It enables reliable and eco-efficient elevator travel of up to 1,000 meters.
KONE uses intelligent destination control systems to group passengers by floor and reduce wait times. The KONE Journey platform adds touch-free access, personalization and infotainment to make every elevator trip smoother and more pleasant. Double-deck elevators serve two floors at once to maximize throughput, and connected maintenance monitoring keeps elevators running with minimal downtime.
Yes. KONE offers modernization solutions for existing buildings regardless of the current elevator make or model. Our experts assess the building and recommend solutions ranging from targeted upgrades to full system overhauls, bringing elevators up to the latest safety, accessibility and sustainability standards.
KONE has equipped some of the world's most iconic skyscrapers, including Jeddah Tower (under construction, 1,000+ meters), Merdeka 118 in Kuala Lumpur (678.9 meters), Makkah Royal Clock Tower in Mecca (601 metres), Ping An Finance Center in Shenzhen (599.1 metres), and CITIC Tower in Beijing (528 metres).
