The NEXIEZ Series, a line of standardized elevators for international markets uses a gearless traction machine equipped with a permanent magnet motor. This results in a more compact, lightweight design and a 20% reduction in power consumption compared to conventional models. Further reductions in power consumption can be achieved by installing LED interior lighting and a converter system that stores and uses electricity generated during braking.

For Europe, where people are very environmentally conscious, we have introduced MOVE, which saves space and reduces the burden on the environment for low- to medium-rise office buildings and condominiums. With NEXIEZ-LITE for India, where power outages occur often, we provide a function that automatically checks the elevator conditions and swiftly lands the elevator car at the nearest floor using a battery in the event passengers are confined in the car due to a power outage as a standard function to support the needs of local users.

Disaster prevention functions

Mitsubishi Electric’s elevators have built-in disaster prevention functions in case of various disasters, including earthquakes, and fires. For example, in the event of an earthquake, when a sensor detects the first tremor (P-waves) or when a large quake is forecast based on earthquake early warnings distributed by the Japan Meteorological Agency, the cars will park at the nearest floor to reduce the risk of passengers becoming trapped inside.

When elevator passengers pass through a building’s security gate, their destination floors are automatically registered in the system based on security information stored in their ID card, such as an employee card. Then passengers are advised as to which elevator to board on a display at the security gate. This eliminates the need to press buttons in the elevator hall or inside the elevator car. It also minimizes stops by assembling passengers into a single car according to their destination floors. Boarding times can be shortened during the busiest times, such as the beginning of office hours, and transport efficiency is improved. It reduces congestion in the elevator hall as a result.

To maintain the safety, security and comfort of elevators, renewal at the appropriate time^*1 is essential. The ELEMOTION menu facilitates the renewal of existing rope-type elevators to the latest model equipped with an inverter-controlled system, a gearless traction machine and permanent magnet motor. With the adoption of a system UCMP, to protect elevators from moving with the door opened^*2 and devices in accordance with the latest seismic criteria, this menu provides safe, secure, smooth and comfortable rides. Moreover, ELEMOTION offers a variety of replacement equipment, enabling customers to make decisions based on budget, preferred installation time, and the ability to reduce waste.

• *1Renewal times are often indicated as 25 years after completion of a building.
• *2A system to prevent elevators from traveling with the door open even in the event of abnormalities in the control circuit or brake.

ESMOTION Escalator Renewal Menu

Escalator safety and security also requires renewal at the appropriate time*. A renewal of escalators to a model with an inverter system facilitated by the ESMOTION menu provides the units with the latest safety measures that allow the escalators to be used safely and with peace of mind. When the safety system is in operation or the emergency switch is pressed, the escalator stops slowly to reduce the risk of passengers stumbling or falling. However, when the escalator detects an object caught in the escalator, it stops the escalator immediately. By stopping the escalator slowly or immediately depending on the situation in this way, safety during emergencies has been improved. The inverter system, which enables the speed to be switched to a slow speed for senior citizens and children to get on and off easily, also considers the safety of users.

*Renewal times are often indicated as 25 years after completion of a building.