DUBAI - Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: NYSE:OTIS), a global leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, has been contracted by Emaar Properties to upgrade 34 elevators and all eight escalators in the Burj Khalifa. The company, which installed the original elevators and escalators when the building opened in 2010, will also provide a decade of maintenance for all units.
The modernization effort aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of vertical transport within the world's tallest structure, which soars over 828 meters and houses more than 160 stories. The Burj Khalifa is a central hub of tourism in Dubai, attracting around 17 million visitors each year. The upgrade includes the implementation of an advanced version of the Elevator Management System (EMS Panorama), facilitating real-time remote control and management of the elevators and escalators.
Otis has been a part of the United Arab Emirates' landscape for over 50 years and takes pride in its association with the Burj Khalifa. Enrique Miñarro Viseras, Otis EMEA President, expressed gratitude for Emaar Properties' continued trust in their expertise and services. The modernization project will draw from Otis's global experience, including work on other iconic buildings such as the Empire State Building in the USA, Egée Tower in Paris, and Elevador Lacerda in Brazil.
The modernization strategy is not only about upgrading the technology but also ensuring minimal disruption to the building's occupants and visitors. The double-deck elevators, known for their speed of up to 10 meters per second, will continue to transport passengers to the observation decks in just 60 seconds, with the promise of even shorter wait times and more efficient journeys post-upgrade.
This article is based on a press release statement from Otis Worldwide Corporation.
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