KONE develops products and services that are environmentally sound throughout their lifecycles. These innovations reduce energy consumption, oil requirements and noise levels.
KONE EcoDisc™ is a good example of a KONE innovation that contributes to sustainable development. Its low-friction, gearless construction results in extremely low levels of wear and reduces energy consumption by half compared with a similar geared installation.
The simple, low-friction construction also ensures reliable operation for decades to come. It requires no oil, reducing the fire risk as well as the environmental impact. Its peak starting current is 30-40 percent of that of equivalent hydraulic and traction units, which results in savings on fusing and power supply.
When using the KONE EcoDisc™ solution, annual savings can amount to tens of thousands of kilowatt-hours for a high-speed elevator group.