Kone, one of the largest elevator and escalator companies in the world, is an acknowledged leader in technological innovation, thanks to its revolutionary Eco-Disc elevator machine and TransVario escalator drive.

Based in Finland, Kone Corporation provides complete solutions for the design, manufacture, supply, installation, modernisation and maintenance of elevators, escalators and autowalks.
The company has 150 subsidiaries spread across the globe and employs 35,000 staff. It installs around 26,000 elevators and escalators a year and maintains more than 500,000 units.
In 1996, Kone became the first company to introduce the successful machineroom-less elevator design with its revolutionary Eco-Disc hoisting machine based on Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM). The machine is a compact, gearless construction and provides the following advantages:
<LI>Up to 50 per cent energy savings compared to conventional systems;
<LI>Lower construction cost;
<LI>Environment-friendly;
<LI>Reduced noise level;
<LI>High efficiency of 95 per cent.
Today, Kone is the only company to offer this PMSM technology throughout its entire product range, from speeds of 0.50 m/sec to 17.00 m/sec.
It has sold more than 90,000 units worldwide using Eco-Disc technology covering low-rise to high-rise buildings. All its products are manufactured in compliance to the latest EN81 standards and in full compliance to the following European Union Directives:
<LI>95/16/EC - prevention of uncontrolled motion up;
<LI>89/336/CE  - electromagnetic compatibility, radiation and immunity covering elevator equipment;
<LI>89/106/EC - to improve energy efficiency, environmental aspects, safety of use, reduce noise, vibration and fire risks.
Its patented TransVario drive features a compact, chainless design that eliminates the need to lubricate the drive chain found in standard escalators.
The innovative planetary arrangement is 96 per cent efficient, reducing energy consumption and environmental impact. It also extends oil intervals to 30,000 operating hours - nearly twice as long as traditional escalators. The result is an escalator that is a smooth, energy-efficient and reliable addition to any building environment.
The company understands its customers' business environment and is dedicated to adapting products and service solutions to their requirements in a way that increases the value of its customers' buildings and the quality of life of those who live or work in them.