Elevating high-rise elevator efficiency

“Efficiency in high-rise elevator systems begins with meticulous analysis and accurate modelling, considering building dynamics, population, and peak demands. The right choice of the group control system, elevator capacity, and speed ensures seamless and efficient operation.” Manish Mehan, MD and CEO, TK Elevator India.

India, the second most populated country in the world, is experiencing rapid urbanisation and a scarcity of land. The migration to cities, insufficient space, and high population density have necessitated the construction of high-rise buildings to meet the growing needs of expanding cities. In inner cities, suburbs, or tier-II towns, high-rise buildings have grown significantly in the last decade.

Despite its rapid development, the high-rise segment faces several challenges. Let’s explore some common issues and the technical improvements being introduced to address them.

One major obstacle in the Indian high-rise elevator segment is the lack of high-tech solutions. The number of high-rise towers being built in India is relatively small compared to other countries, and the elevators supplied often have lower speeds and less sophisticated control systems.

Another pressing issue is the need for more regulations across different states. Each state has a different agency regulating the elevator segment, and almost two-thirds of the country lacks legislation governing the installation and maintenance of lifts. Establishing a national-level body for regulation and policy would improve product safety by utilising new technologies and optimising development, manufacturing, and installation costs.

High-rise elevator systems require meticulous capacity analysis and detailed simulation. The building, its population, peak demands, elevator configuration, and zoning should all be accurately modelled. The choice of the group control system, elevator capacity, and speed is also crucial for efficient operation.

For example, TK Elevator’s Destination Selection Control (DSC) technology, AGILE, transforms elevator systems into a seamless mobility ecosystem, enhancing their intelligence and efficiency. With AGILE, passengers select their destination at the terminal, and the intelligent dispatching software analyses the requests, gauges traffic demand, and group’s passengers based on the similarity of destinations. This technology significantly reduces waiting and travelling time for passengers.

Additional technical measures are required to ensure safety and comfort within the elevator car, especially at high speeds. Suspension, track, and guidance systems must meet high operating demands, while transmission and control systems need to be heavy-duty, reliable, and accurate. The quality and effectiveness of the group control system’s artificial intelligence algorithms ultimately determine the transportation efficiency of the elevator system, which can affect costs.

With the advent of cloud-based and digital maintenance technologies, real estate and maintenance managers can stay informed about their equipment’s status, saving them time and money. TK Elevator has launched MAX, the industry’s first IoT-based preventive maintenance solution for high-rise buildings. MAX utilises Internet of Things (IoT) technology to enable elevators to communicate their real needs to service technicians, including real-time operation statuses, component replacements, and proactive system maintenance.

At TK Elevator, we prioritise providing the best solutions to our customers. Our skilled sales engineers adopt a consultative approach that considers the specific requirements of our customers, whether they are looking for new products or planning to modernise their existing elevator portfolios. From assisting with design requirements to conducting a detailed traffic analysis, our team goes the extra mile to ensure our customers receive the best-suited vertical mobility solution for their property. 

For more info visit : https://www.tkelevator.com/ 

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