Hitachi has always been committed to the innovative design and development of high-speed, large-capacity elevators. In Japan and major South-Asian countries, it has installed elevators in a large number of ultra-modern high-rise buildings. Hitachi is now developing the world's largest transportation capacity elevators with a speed of 10 mps and load capacity of 5,000 kg. It has also developed the world's fastest elevator of 18 mps with a load capacity of 1,600 kg. Hitachi’s unique state-of-the-art technologies have been devoted to these high-speed, large capacity elevators.

Development History of Hitachi's High-speed & Large-capacity Elevators

Electric Motor-driven Control Technology

Ultra High-speed Traction Machines

Hitachi has developed an "ultra high-speed, compact traction machine" using permanent magnets for large-capacity elevators. It has continuously pursued improvements in acceleration curve to enhance ride comfort.

Large-capacity Inverter Control Panels

Hitachi has developed state-of-the-art multiple inverter control technology delivering low energy loss and smooth operation.