{"id":131316,"date":"2025-09-15T11:24:18","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T05:54:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homesbuildings.com\/?p=38609"},"modified":"2025-09-15T11:24:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T05:54:18","slug":"rethinking-vertical-mobility-in-india-full-article","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/?p=131316","title":{"rendered":"RETHINKING VERTICAL MOBILITY IN INDIA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe class=\"fp-iframe\" style=\"border: 1px solid lightgray; width: 100%; height: 600px;\" src=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/flip-book\/c9768f9e67.html\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"41\">Rethinking Vertical Mobility in India<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With over two decades in India, TK Elevator has grown in lockstep with the nation\u2019s vertical transformation\u2014bringing global innovation, local manufacturing, and a strong sustainability focus to the heart of urban mobility. From predictive maintenance powered by AI and IoT to rope-free elevator technology that redefines architectural possibilities, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of what elevators and escalators can deliver. In this exclusive conversation with <em data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"556\">Homes &amp; Buildings Magazine<\/em>, <strong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"604\">Manish Mehan, CEO &amp; MD \u2013 TK Elevator India<\/strong>, discusses the macro trends reshaping vertical mobility, the technologies setting new industry benchmarks, and the company\u2019s vision to make urban transportation smarter, safer, and greener for India\u2019s next decade of growth.<\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"893\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-38931 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img819.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"317\" \/>TWIN, TK Elevator\u2019s dual-passenger system in a single shaft<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1152\">Q: Over the last two decades, TK Elevator has grown alongside India\u2019s vertical expansion. How would you characterise this journey, and in what ways has your product strategy evolved to address the country\u2019s increasingly complex urban mobility demands?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cPredictive maintenance has shifted our approach from reactive fixes to proactive, intelligent service.\u201d<br data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1263\" \/>\u2014 <strong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1310\">Manish Mehan, CEO &amp; MD, TK Elevator India<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-38930 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img817.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"307\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img817.jpg 516w, https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img817-300x255.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 307px) 100vw, 307px\" \/>Our journey in India has been one of steady growth, innovation, and alignment with the country\u2019s urban transformation. Over two decades ago, TK Elevator entered the market with a long-term vision\u2014to be more than just a supplier, to become a trusted partner in India\u2019s vertical mobility story.<\/p>\n<p>We invested early in local operations and manufacturing with our state-of-the-art Pune facility, supporting the <em data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1737\">Make in India<\/em> mission and ensuring we could respond rapidly to customer needs. Today, we operate through an extensive network of offices and service centres, giving us the reach and agility required in a high-density, high-demand market.<\/p>\n<p>Our product portfolio has evolved with India\u2019s changing skyline\u2014high-speed, gearless, and machine-room-less elevators, space-saving designs, and energy-efficient models for high-rise developments, complemented by durable escalators and moving walks for metro networks, airports, and high-traffic commercial hubs.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of this is innovation. Our <strong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2337\">MAX platform<\/strong>, a cloud-based predictive maintenance solution, uses AI and IoT to reduce downtime dramatically. We\u2019ve rolled out <strong data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2474\">touchless controls<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2500\">connected systems<\/strong> to enhance safety,and convenience, and our eco-effi<img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-38932 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img824.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"380\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img824.jpg 480w, https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/img824-300x221.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px\" \/>cient solutions\u2014featuring regenerativedrives and green materials\u2014help buildings achieve LEED certification.From iconic metro projects in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune to landmarkhigh-rises in Mumbai and Hyderabad,TK Elevator has become synonymouswith safe, efficient, and sustainable urban mobility in India<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"800\">Q: From rope-free elevators to advanced destination control, TK Elevator has introduced disruptive technologies globally. Which recent innovations in India stand out as true game-changers in terms of performance, safety, and space optimisation?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"819\">Manish Mehan:<\/em><br data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"822\" \/>We\u2019ve pioneered several innovations reshaping the industry:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"1361\">\n<li data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"956\"><strong data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"903\">MAX platform<\/strong>: predicts and prevents failures before they occur.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1113\"><strong data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"995\">AGILE Destination Control System<\/strong>: optimises passenger flow by intelligently grouping users by destination, cutting wait times and easing congestion.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1219\"><strong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1131\">TWIN system<\/strong>: two independent cabins operating in one shaft, boosting capacity while saving space.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1361\"><strong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1231\">MULTI<\/strong>: rope-free elevator moving vertically and horizontally using linear motor technology, enabling new architectural possibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Post-pandemic, we introduced touchless controls, smartphone integration, and open APIs for building system interoperability. Sustainability is embedded in all innovations\u2014gearless traction machines, regenerative drives, and eco-friendly materials reduce energy use and support green certifications.<\/p>\n<p>Escalators have also advanced with real-time monitoring, enhanced safety features, variable-speed drives, and vandal-resistant construction for high-footfall public spaces. These innovations reflect our vision: smarter, safer, and greener mobility.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2167\">Q: Predictive maintenance and connected services are transforming lifecycle management for vertical transportation. How is TK Elevator integrating IoT, AI, and data analytics to deliver measurable gains in uptime, safety, and customer value?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2186\">Manish Mehan:<\/em><br data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2189\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2209\">MAX platform<\/strong> is central to our approach. IoT-connected sensors capture real-time performance data, which AI analyses to predict issues before they cause downtime. This allows dynamic, need-based maintenance instead of rigid schedules, improving uptime and efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>Building managers receive instant alerts, usage analytics, and predictive reports, enabling proactive planning. In emergencies, connected systems trigger immediate service notifications. Destination control systems like AGILE enhance efficiency by streamlining passenger movement in busy buildings.<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to shift from reactive service to predictive, intelligent maintenance, maximising reliability and safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"3119\">Q: In high-rise, heavy-footfall towers and infrastructure, equipment failure is not an option. What specific engineering redundancies, safety protocols, and traffic management systems do you deploy to ensure resilience?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"3123\" data-end=\"3138\">Manish Mehan:<\/em><br data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3141\" \/>We build redundancy into safety: automatic emergency rescue devices, multi-level braking, overspeed governors, load sensors, and advanced door protection.<\/p>\n<p>High-traffic escalators feature heavy-duty components, vandal-resistant materials, anti-slip steps, and additional safety measures such as skirt deflectors, comb plate impact devices, and step gap lighting.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3529\">MAX platform<\/strong> ensures constant monitoring, enabling proactive interventions before failures occur. AGILE manages traffic flow efficiently in high-rises. All solutions comply with <strong data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3727\">EN81, ISO, and NBC standards<\/strong> and are supported by 24\/7 service and genuine spare parts.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3878\">Q: What steps are you taking to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3897\">Manish Mehan:<\/em><br data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3900\" \/>Sustainability is embedded in our design: regenerative drives, gearless machines, LED lighting with auto shut-off, and smart group controls optimise traffic and reduce idle runs.<\/p>\n<p>Escalators feature variable-speed drives and standby modes to cut energy use during low-traffic periods. We invest in low-carbon manufacturing, eco-friendly materials, and digital solutions like MAX to reduce service-related emissions. Our target: <strong data-start=\"4330\" data-end=\"4359\">carbon neutrality by 2050<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"4369\" data-end=\"4502\">Q: Looking ahead, what major trends or disruptions do you foresee in vertical mobility, and how is TK Elevator preparing to lead?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4521\">Manish Mehan:<\/em><br data-start=\"4521\" data-end=\"4524\" \/>We see four major shifts:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"4553\" data-end=\"4661\">\n<li data-start=\"4553\" data-end=\"4586\">AI-driven predictive service<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4587\" data-end=\"4606\">Green mobility<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4634\">Smart city integration<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4635\" data-end=\"4661\">Mobility-as-a-service<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We are delivering on AI and IoT via MAX, expanding our green portfolio, building APIs for integration, and designing scalable solutions for Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.<\/p>\n<p>Our vision: shape the future of vertical mobility\u2014<strong data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"4938\">intelligent, sustainable, and universally accessible<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rethinking Vertical Mobility in India With over two decades in India, TK Elevator has grown in lockstep with the nation\u2019s<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":131382,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4424,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-131316","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interviews","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/131316","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=131316"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/131316\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/131382"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=131316"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=131316"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanacres.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=131316"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}