KONE complete solutions for firefighters elevators
Our complete solution for firefighters elevators fulfills both the environmental and functional requirements of EN 81-72, and is available with a range of design options.
Codes and standards
We offer a range of solutions for ensuring compliance with various codes and regulations, including accessibility, vandal resistance, and operation during a fire. All our elevators fulfill the EN81-1:1998 safety rules for the construction and installation of elevators and ready for the new standard EN81-20:2014 when it will be published.
Code-compliant elevator solutions
NEW STANDARDS FOR SAFETY AND ACCESSIBILTY
Two new European standards for elevator design and manufacture will bring considerable benefits in terms of accessibility and safety for both passengers and service technicians.
The first, EN 81-20:2014, sets out revised and updated safety requirements for the construction and installation of elevators. The second, EN 81-50:2014, defines the test and examination requirements for certain elevator components.
The new standards also clarify and improve the current building interface requirements. They replace the current EN 81-1 and EN 81-2 standards introduced in 1998, and all elevators taken into use after 31 August 2017 will be required to comply with the requirements of the new standards.
EN81-70 ACCESSIBILITY ELEVATORS
The EN81-70 standard defines car size and interior accessories that facilitate access for people using wheelchairs and walking aids. EN81-70 compliance is available for KONE EcoSpace, MonoSpace 500, MonoSpace 700,Transys and MiniSpace elevators.
EN81-72 FIREFIGHTER ELEVATORS
EN81-72 compliant firefighter elevators feature trap doors and ladders for rescue operations. Electrical components in the shaft and on the car are protected against splashing water. This solution is available for KONE MonoSpace 500 and MonoSpace 700.
