Keep people moving while you modernise
Upgrade escalators without shutting your building down. KONE EcoMod™ helps you keep your building open and people flowing, even in sites where traditional full replacement would be highly disruptive.
KONE EcoMod™ is a revolutionary modernisation method that retains the truss, but replaces every other part of an escalator to deliver the performance and safety of a brand new escalator.
Pre-assembled modules arrive just-in-time after the truss preparation, delivering a new escalator without the truss removal.
Ideal for transit hubs, retail centers, and busy airports, where EcoMod lets you renew your escalators without tearing out facades or interiors – and you can keep a parallel escalator running while the new system is installed, so people flow continues throughout the project.
Our collaborative process starts with a thorough site survey: our experts assess truss reusability, understand your specific needs, and tailor a seamless, budget-conscious solution that minimises risks and disruption.
Upgrade escalators without shutting your building down. KONE EcoMod™ helps you keep your building open and people flowing, even in sites where traditional full replacement would be highly disruptive.
Turn aging escalators into modern, code‑compliant journeys that feel better to use and look right for your building today. You reduce safety risk while lifting the overall user experience and visual quality.
Choose a modernisation method that reuses the existing truss structure instead of scrapping it. EcoMod reduces the carbon footprint of escalator renewal and, with optional energy-efficiency features, can help you reach your sustainability targets.
Invest once and gain 25–30 years of reliable performance with lower running costs. Modern components, easier maintenance and connected services help reduce breakdowns, energy use and unplanned spend over the escalator’s lifetime.
Truss reuse
Unlike full replacement that requires crane hoists, facade cuts, and floor or roof demolition, KONE EcoMod™ preserves your existing truss structure with minimal modifications —no building permits or décor refinishing needed. Ideal for hard-to-access sites like metro stations and shopping centers.
Modular logistics
Pre-labeled modules arrive just-in-time and are assembled on-site, with phased or off-peak scheduling that minimises storage and site obstruction. Unlike full replacement's all-at-once shutdowns, this approach keeps buildings — and businesses — fully operational throughout the project. Parallel installations keep people moving without interruptions.
Clean installation
Fewer subcontractors are used, while dedicated KONE crews handle turnkey execution, eliminating the need for general contractor coordination. KONE EcoMod™ keeps sites cleaner with less dust, noise, and oil handling than full replacement.
Broad compatibility
KONE EcoMod™ works with KONE escalators and major competitors like Otis, Schindler, Mitsubishi, and ThyssenKrupp, with a dedicated site survey ensuring a precise fit.
A modernised KONE EcoMod™ escalator reduces energy consumption, simplifies upkeep, and keeps operations running smoothly — all on a trusted KONE platform built to last for decades. The result: lower running costs, fewer surprises, and a consistently better experience for users
Save significantly on power with high‑efficiency drives, smart operating modes and LED lighting, so your modernised escalators can reach top‑tier energy performance levels compared to the equipment they replace.
Add predictive maintenance to continuously monitor speed, temperature, vibration, people flow and energy use. Data‑driven insights help you spot issues early, reduce unplanned stoppages and plan maintenance when it best suits your operations.
Benefit from lubrication‑free step chains, improved access and standardised components that reduce oil handling, simplify cleaning and shorten service visits – all on a current KONE escalator platform with strong spare‑parts availability.
Deliver smoother, quieter rides and a fresher visual impression that fits your building today, with the option to add new features over time. Improved everyday journeys support tenant satisfaction and help protect the long‑term value of your property.
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Tailored escalator modernisation that improves efficiency, extends lifespan, and enhances building appeal.
Predictive maintenance for all major brands ensures safe, smooth performance and extends equipment life.
Explore our range of escalators, which set the standard for safety, eco-efficiency, and flexible design.
KONE EcoMod™ is a solution for delivering a renewed escalator by installing brand-new modules inside the existing truss. This allows the system to be upgraded while keeping the main structure intact, reducing building impact compared with full replacement.
KONE EcoMod™ is compatible with a wide range of existing escalators. Compatibility is always confirmed through a site survey based on technical and building requirements.
Disruption is significantly lower than with full escalator replacement. As the existing truss remains in place and no major demolition is required, installation is faster and has minimal impact on building operations and users.
KONE EcoMod™ can reduce energy use and operating costs by replacing outdated components with modern, energy-efficient technology.
KONE EcoMod™ is particularly suitable for existing buildings where minimising construction impact is important. It is often used where continuous operation, architectural constraints, or high people flow make full escalator replacement challenging.