Otis India introduced first “green” elevator for low and mid-rise buildings

Otis India introduced first “green” elevator for low and mid-rise buildingsOtis India, a subsidiary of Otis Elevator Company, a unit of United Technologies Corp. has announced a new, environmentally friendly, space-saving elevator system for low- and mid-rise buildings in India. The Gen2 Nova elevator from Otis India is the first in the country to address this rapidly growing sector and enables building developers and owners to manage their properties more economically.
Otis’ Gen2 Nova elevator system incorporates ReGen drives to reduce energy consumption by up to 75 per cent compared to conventional systems with nonregenerative drives. ReGen drives from Otis capture energy generated by the elevator during braking and deliver it back to the building for use by other systems. In addition, the Gen2 Nova elevator utilizes Otis’ patented, polyurethane-coated steel belts. Flexible belts make the Nova machine 70 per cent smaller than conventional geared machines and require no additional lubrication. A more compact, energy-efficient machine also frees up valuable building space and reduces operating costs.
“Otis is excited to introduce Gen2 Nova elevators in India, which clearly offer customers an ideal solution for both residential and commercial developments,” said Sebi Joseph, Managing Director, Otis India. “Produced at our world-class manufacturing facility in Bangalore, the Gen2 Nova addresses India’s significant demand for high-speed, energy-efficient building products and services at a competitive price.”
Best-suited for buildings that are up to 60 metres (approximately 18 stories) in height, the Gen2 Nova elevator from Otis will accommodate passenger capacities from five to up to 13 passengers. Designed with passenger and tenant comfort in mind, the Gen2 Nova was engineered to be exceptionally quiet and dramatically minimize noise and vibration. In addition, a Pulse monitoring system from Otis automatically checks the elevator belts for any problems 24/7. This reduces downtime required for inspection and ensures the integrity of the flat, Gen2 Nova belts.

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