Space Needle Opens First Otis Double-Deck, Panoramic Glass Elevator
Otis (NYSE: OTIS) has unveiled its first double-deck, panoramic glass elevator at Seattle's Space Needle, marking a significant milestone in their modernization project. The new elevator, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass windows, can transport up to 46 passengers and reaches the top in under 50 seconds. This installation is part of a larger project to modernize all three elevators at the iconic landmark.
The project showcases Otis's advanced technology, including SkyRise™ sightseeing elevators and North America's first SkyMotion™ 800 machines. The custom-built cabs, designed by an aerospace manufacturer, reflect Seattle's innovative spirit. This modernization is part of the Space Needle's Century Project renovation, which began in 2017, continuing Otis's long-standing relationship with the Space Needle since installing the original elevators in 1962.
Otis (NYSE: OTIS) ha presentato il suo primo ascensore panoramico a doppio piano presso il Space Needle di Seattle, segnando un importante traguardo nel progetto di modernizzazione. Il nuovo ascensore, dotato di ampie vetrate dal pavimento al soffitto, può trasportare fino a 46 passeggeri e raggiunge la cima in meno di 50 secondi. Questa installazione fa parte di un progetto più ampio volto a rinnovare tutti e tre gli ascensori del celebre monumento.
Il progetto mette in mostra la tecnologia avanzata di Otis, inclusi gli ascensori panoramici SkyRise™ e le prime macchine SkyMotion™ 800 del Nord America. Le cabine personalizzate, progettate da un produttore aerospaziale, riflettono lo spirito innovativo di Seattle. Questa modernizzazione fa parte del progetto di ristrutturazione Century Project del Space Needle, iniziato nel 2017, continuando la lunga collaborazione di Otis con il monumento sin dall’installazione degli ascensori originali nel 1962.
Otis (NYSE: OTIS) ha presentado su primer ascensor panorámico de doble piso en el Space Needle de Seattle, marcando un hito importante en su proyecto de modernización. El nuevo ascensor, con ventanales de piso a techo, puede transportar hasta 46 pasajeros y llega a la cima en menos de 50 segundos. Esta instalación forma parte de un proyecto más amplio para modernizar los tres ascensores del emblemático monumento.
El proyecto exhibe la tecnología avanzada de Otis, incluyendo los ascensores turísticos SkyRise™ y las primeras máquinas SkyMotion™ 800 de Norteamérica. Las cabinas personalizadas, diseñadas por un fabricante aeroespacial, reflejan el espíritu innovador de Seattle. Esta modernización es parte de la renovación Century Project del Space Needle, iniciada en 2017, que continúa la larga relación de Otis con el Space Needle desde la instalación de los ascensores originales en 1962.
Otis (NYSE: OTIS)는 시애틀의 스페이스 니들에 첫 번째 이중층 파노라마 유리 엘리베이터를 공개하며 현대화 프로젝트의 중요한 이정표를 세웠습니다. 바닥부터 천장까지 유리창으로 된 이 엘리베이터는 최대 46명의 승객을 수송할 수 있으며 정상까지 50초 이내에 도달합니다. 이 설치는 상징적인 랜드마크의 세 대 엘리베이터 전체를 현대화하는 더 큰 프로젝트의 일부입니다.
이 프로젝트는 Otis의 첨단 기술인 SkyRise™ 관광 엘리베이터와 북미 최초의 SkyMotion™ 800 기계를 선보입니다. 항공우주 제조업체가 설계한 맞춤형 캐빈은 시애틀의 혁신 정신을 반영합니다. 이 현대화는 2017년에 시작된 스페이스 니들의 센추리 프로젝트 리노베이션의 일부로, 1962년 최초 엘리베이터 설치 이후 Otis와 스페이스 니들의 오랜 관계를 이어가고 있습니다.
Otis (NYSE : OTIS) a dévoilé son premier ascenseur panoramique à double étage au Space Needle de Seattle, marquant une étape importante dans leur projet de modernisation. Le nouvel ascenseur, doté de fenêtres en verre du sol au plafond, peut transporter jusqu'à 46 passagers et atteint le sommet en moins de 50 secondes. Cette installation s'inscrit dans un projet plus vaste visant à moderniser les trois ascenseurs de ce monument emblématique.
Le projet met en avant la technologie avancée d’Otis, incluant les ascenseurs touristiques SkyRise™ et les premières machines SkyMotion™ 800 en Amérique du Nord. Les cabines sur mesure, conçues par un fabricant aérospatial, reflètent l’esprit innovant de Seattle. Cette modernisation fait partie du projet de rénovation Century Project du Space Needle, lancé en 2017, poursuivant la longue collaboration d’Otis avec le Space Needle depuis l’installation des ascenseurs originaux en 1962.
Otis (NYSE: OTIS) hat seinen ersten doppelstöckigen Panoramafenster-Aufzug am Space Needle in Seattle vorgestellt und damit einen bedeutenden Meilenstein im Modernisierungsprojekt erreicht. Der neue Aufzug mit bodentiefen Glasfenstern kann bis zu 46 Passagiere befördern und erreicht die Spitze in weniger als 50 Sekunden. Diese Installation ist Teil eines größeren Projekts zur Modernisierung aller drei Aufzüge des ikonischen Wahrzeichens.
Das Projekt zeigt Otis’ fortschrittliche Technologie, darunter die SkyRise™ Panoramalifte und Nordamerikas erste SkyMotion™ 800 Maschinen. Die maßgeschneiderten Kabinen, entworfen von einem Luft- und Raumfahrtunternehmen, spiegeln den innovativen Geist Seattles wider. Diese Modernisierung ist Teil der Renovierung des Space Needle im Rahmen des Century Projects, das 2017 begann und Otis’ langjährige Beziehung zum Space Needle fortsetzt, seit der Installation der ursprünglichen Aufzüge im Jahr 1962.
- First North American installation of Otis's advanced SkyMotion™ 800 machines
- Increased passenger capacity with double-deck elevators carrying up to 46 people each
- Continuation of long-term relationship with Space Needle since 1962
- Part of larger modernization project demonstrating ongoing business growth
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Elevator is first of three on site to be modernized with new Otis elevators
The new, custom-built elevators will allow more people to fulfill the Space Needle's mission of bringing visitors to new heights for breathtaking views of
"The new elevator is more than a way up, it's a symbol of where we're headed," said Ron Sevart, Space Needle President & CEO. "This reinvestment reflects our commitment—to our Guests, our Team Members, and our community—to ensure the Space Needle remains a symbol of
"Otis is proud to be the company that iconic global projects like the Space Needle choose to safely transport visitors to breathtaking views and share once-in-a-lifetime experiences," said Joseph Armas, Otis President for the
Advanced Technology
When complete, the Space Needle will feature three modernized Otis SkyRise™ sightseeing elevators with the company's most advanced controllers and drives. Two double deck elevators will be able to move up to 46 passengers each in the custom-built cabs. The third elevator will remain a single deck. All will feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows that immerse visitors in the world around them as they rise 520 feet into the sky in less than 50 seconds.
This is the first project in
The custom elevator cabs, designed by an aerospace manufacturer and built and assembled by Otis on site, reflect the vision of the Space Needle to capture humanity's space-age aspirations with the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of
This elevator modernization project is part of the Space Needle's Century Project renovation, which started in 2017, and included Otis installing a material lift and a custom-built accessibility lift on the upper floors of the tower.
To learn more about Otis products and services, visit www.otis.com.
About Otis
Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry's largest Service portfolio. You'll find us in the world's most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in
About the Space Needle
Built as the centerpiece and inspiration for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair, the Space Needle has since become a part of the
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