• Elevators
    • Passenger elevators
      • Overview

        As a leading elevator company, we've engineered our passenger elevators for various building applications, including residential, commercial and public transit.

      • Schindler 1000

        The Schindler 1000 is our practical passenger elevator for low-rise residential buildings. It's simple to plan, fast to install, and economical to maintain.

      • Schindler 3000

        The Schindler 3000 is our all-round passenger elevator that matches form with function. It's the perfect elevator for different building types and uses.

      • Schindler 5000

        The Schindler 5000 is our elevator for mid-rise residential and commercial buildings that features striking interiors, flexible sizes, and effective performance options.

      • Schindler 6000

        The Schindler 6000 is our premium commercial elevator that combines the latest technology, high-end finishes, larger capacities and custom designs.

      • Schindler 7000

        The Schindler 7000 is our premium passenger elevator for high-rise buildings that exceeds the demanding specifications for tall structures and skyscrapers.

    • Freight & other elevators
      • Schindler 2400

        The Schindler 2400 elevator is a workhorse that never complains. Truly flexible, it can be used in high-traffic buildings.

      • Schindler 2600

        The Schindler 2600 is our cargo freight elevator for warehouses, shopping centers and industrial facilities. It makes lifting heavy loads a lightweight task.

    • Modernization & upgrades
      • Overview

        Explore our comprehensive elevator modernization and building renovation solutions; engineered to enhance your elevator's performance and aesthetics.

      • ReStore solution

        Restore your elevator with our modernization solution which replaces critical electrical components to upgrade the efficiency and performance of your equipment.

      • ReNew solution

        Renew your elevator with our modernization solution including a new controller, inverter, fixtures, and machine upgrade to ensure a smoother ride experience.

      • RePlace solution

        Replace your existing elevator with our modernization replacement solutions. Enjoy improved equipment operation, plus digitally enhanced mobility.

      • Individual components

        Upgrade individual elevator components like drives and cabin doors to reduce operating costs, satisfy tenants and increase your long-term property value.

    • Destination control
      • Schindler PORT Elevator

        Schindler PORT Elevator is our advanced destination dispatch system that ensures minimal waiting times and optimal passenger comfort.

      • Schindler PORT Access

        PORT Access offers seamless transitions from elevators to secure terminals, ensuring convenient access control for a hassle-free experience.

      • myPORT

        Schindler myPORT is an app facilitating seamless building navigation through personalized elevator calls, access, and visitor management.

    • CleanMobility
      • ElevateMe

        With Schindler’s ElevateMe mobile app, building tenants and guests can call an elevator and select their destination right from their smartphones.

      • UV CleanCar

        Our Schindler UV CleanCar elevator solution uses UV-C ultraviolet light to destroy bacteria and viruses, reducing the risk of transmission between passengers.

      • UV CleanAir

        With Schindler UV CleanAir, the air in elevator cabins is sanitized and cycled more frequently and efficiently.

      • CleanCall

        Our Schindler CleanCall solution lets passengers select their elevator destination with a simple wave of the hand. No need to touch a button anymore.

      • CleanCover

        Schindler CleanCover is a specially designed antibacterial film that ensures hygiene on frequently touched elevator surfaces, including buttons, panels, and walls.

      • CleanSpace

        Schindler CleanSpace allows you to adjust elevator load capacity, preventing overcrowding and ensuring a safer travel experience.

      • Schindler PORT & myPORT

        With Schindler PORT and myPORT, your visitors can navigate their way through the building's elevator using only their phone or personal access card.

    • Design options
      • Decor catalog

        Design your unique passenger elevator car with ideal colors, combining functional, and innovative interior architecture concepts for a personalized and stylish ride.

  • Escalators & Moving walks
    • Escalators
      • Schindler 9300

        The Schindler 9300 escalator with enhanced safety features, energy efficiency, and space savings is ideal for moving people in commercial & public spaces.

      • Schindler 9700

        The Schindler 9700 escalator is the ideal mobility solution for large public spaces with high-traffic demands, like airports, subways and train stations.

    • Moving walks
      • Schindler 9500AE inclined

        The Schindler 9500AE inclined moving walk was developed especially for shopping malls, providing quiet and comfortable transportation from floor to floor.

      • Schindler 9500 horizontal

        The Schindler 9500 horizontal moving walk is ideal for meeting the public transportation requirements of facilities like airports and subway stations.

    • Modernization
      • Full replacement

        Upgrade your property by replacing your older equipment with new, cutting-edge Schindler 9300 or Schindler 9700 escalators or with Schindler 9500 moving walks.

      • InTruss

        With Schindler InTruss, we extract the existing escalator or moving walk, keeping its truss in place. A new unit is then assembled inside the existing truss.

      • Kits

        We offer modernization kits in all areas: safety, energy consumption, and appearance. Update your escalators and moving walks, quickly and easily.

    • CleanMobility
      • Ultra UV & UV Pro

        Our Schindler Ultra UV and Ultra UV Pro solution helps keep handrails clean and reduces bacteria and viruses with an innovative and effective UV-C light system.

  • Services
  • Careers
    • Overview
    • Who we are
      • People

        Learn about the people, traditions, and values that motivate us to tackle the urban mobility challenges of the 21st century.

      • Inclusion and diversity

        Our global presence gives us access to the full spectrum of human diversity – reinforcing our ability to adapt and innovate.

      • Society

        Help us transform the world. We’re looking for driven professionals ready to solve society’s most pressing urban mobility challenges.

      • Our values

        Our values are the foundation of everything we do, and allow us to remain a leading global player in the elevator and escalator industry.

      • Facts and figures

        Discover the facts behind what makes Schindler a great company to work for.

    • Why Schindler
      • Compensation and benefits

        Discover more about Schindler employee compensation packages and benefits – competitive salaries are just the start!

      • Work-life balance

        Finding the right balance between work and life can be tough. We make it easier through flexible modern policies designed to meet diverse needs.

      • Training

        The key to maintaining Schindler’s proud legacy is by making sure that all our people – at every level – remain trained and ready.

      • Career development program

        Discover how we take our most talented young professionals on an international and multidisciplinary 6-year journey to help their careers flourish.

      • International careers

        International assignments are a key part of how we develop our people. Grow your career internationally with Schindler.

    • Who we look for
      • Experienced professionals

        Whether you’re a lift technician or an engineer, we need people with experience and skill. Seasoned professionals make our elevator service company great!

      • Students and graduates

        Explore the extensive possibilities for students and recent graduates at Schindler.

    • Open positions
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Schindler 5000 Plus Elevator replacement

Faster, smoother – and flexible. Swiss-engineered for excellence, Schindler 5000 Plus replaces your existing elevator. Integrating the latest technologies, it delivers optimal ride quality and energy efficiency. With outstanding architectural adaptability, car and door dimensions can be adjusted for a perfect fit in your established building.

Schindler 5000 Plus - Striking, flexible, and effective

The Schindler 5000 Plus elevator offers superior flexibility and striking interior options for commercial and high-end residential renovation projects. With a maximum travel up to 80 meters, speeds up to 2.5 m/s, and a capacity of up to 1360 kilograms, it can be tailored to a multitude of applications to help give your old building new life. Schindler 5000 Plus integrates the latest technology, high quality materials, and energy-efficient features to bring passengers to their final destination smoothly and efficiently.

Latest technologies, higher comfort

A modernization introduces the latest digital innovations and new technologies to further support the management and maintenance of your equipment into the future.

For precise use

The widest range of applications, plus maximum flexibility in car and shaft dimensions to fit within the existing hoistway space.

Innovative drive technology

Architecturally – and environmentally-friendly. The Schindler 5000 Plus is equipped with regenerative drive technology, as standard, to help improve energy efficiency during operation. 

Environmentally sound

Find your style – From functional to sophisticated, pre-configured to custom, our striking interior design options for the Schindler 5000 Plus offer flexibility to complement the existing building interior. 


Key figures

CharacteristicsDetails
Capacity630 to 1350 kg
Travel heightMax 80 m
StopsMax 40 stops, with up to 50 openings
Speed1.0 to 2.5 m/s
LayoutMachine-room-less
Drive systemFrequency controlled, eco-friendly regenerative drive technology
Group sizeUp to 8 cars
EntrancesOne- or two-sided, on opposite sites
Energy efficiency classificationClass A, according to ISO 25745-2*

* The classification always refers to a specific customer configuration. Usage pattern, load capacity, customer specific options and site conditions influence the final rating.


Enjoy a high ride quality with the Schindler 5000 Plus

Our Schindler 5000 Plus is designed to blend seamlessly into your existing building. Flexible car sizes, door dimensions, and controller options enable the Schindler 5000 Plus to work within the existing hoistway. This helps minimize the need for additional work and the disruption for your tenants.

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Machine room-less design

All important drive and control components are located in the shaft. An existing machine room can be converted.

2

Energy-efficient machine

A lubrication-free, gearless machine provides a smooth ride quality. Permanent magnet technology and a stable start without high peak current supports better energy efficiency. 

3

Regenerative inverter, as standard

Regenerative drive technology is standard in the Schindler 5000 Plus. This reduces travel energy by 30% compared to conventional technology.

4

Future-ready controller

A Schindler 5000 Plus controller supports the digital commissioning and enhanced maintenance of your elevator. Thanks to Schindler’s digital service tool, your installation meets the highest quality standards, right from the very beginning. It is also digitally-enabled for remote maintenance and commissioning to keep the system running reliably in the next phase of its life. 

5

Modular system, scalable car

The Schindler 5000 Plus car features a scalable width and depth in 50 mm increments. Car heights are available up to 2800 mm, scalable in 100mm increments.

6

Door variants and dimensions

Doors can be sized and positioned with millimeter accuracy. The door width is adjustable in 100 mm increments from 800 to 1200 mm and door height up to 2400 mm.

A a choice of telescopic (T2) or center-opening doors (C2) and single or double entrances (through-loading) are available to keep traffic flowing smoothly.

Doors can be sized and positioned with millimeter accuracy to reduce the need for costly and timely rework to the building.

7

Hoistway and Suspension Traction Media (STM)

STM technology enables a smaller machine compared to conventional steel rope applications. Our STM solution is oil-free and does not require regular relubrication.

Enjoy a high ride quality with the Schindler 5000 Plus

Thanks to our high-quality technology and installation methodologies, Schindler elevators generate minimal noise. Most of the noise created by our elevators does not exceed 50 – 60 dB (A). This is the sound of moderate rainfall.

Next level design

Create the look and feel you like. Combine colors, materials, lighting, mirrors, handrails, and fixtures to achieve the ambiance that fits your building. Chic laminates or backpainted glass, available in the Schindler 5000 Plus, give your elevator a high-end finish. Choose from one of our interior design lines or design an individual car that fits your needs.

Navona – functional and durable

Fresh colors, durable accessories, and the option of several different floors make Navona an excellent and easy choice for residential applications.

Times Square – Modern and eclectic

Determine your contemporary look with this design line. Times Square adds distinctive features to any public, commercial or residential building.

Park Avenue – Elegant and sophisticated

Introduce a touch of class into your elevator with this design line. The elegant options ensure a rich, contemporary look in your elevator cabin.

Sunset Boulevard – Inspiring and bold

The combination of premium-quality materials, captivating patterns and splashy color gradients make this car a unique experience. Make your elevator the stage.

Check out all of the possible interior options for your next project in the Schindler 5000 Plus brochure.

Digital elevators from Schindler for next-generation technologies

Benefit today from our innovative solutions and digital tools, which will accompany and support you throughout the entire life cycle of your elevator. From planning to ongoing operation, our elevators are designed for the latest technologies.


Environmental Product Declaration

Our elevators automatically switch to an energy-saving standby or sleep mode during rest periods. In addition, our regenerative drive systems feed the self-generated energy back into the home network.

To provide an insight into the ecological performance of our elevators throughout their life, we provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). We’ve registered EPDs at the "International EPD® System" for all major elevator product lines, taking an important step further in the assessment of the environmental performance of our products, while underlining our continuous efforts toward sustainable solutions.

For information about the environmental performance of our elevators and their full life cycle, visit the EPD website.

Energy-efficiency rating class A, according to ISO 25745-2.

The classification always refers to a specific customer configuration. Usage pattern, load capacity, customer specific options and site conditions influence the final rating.

Transparent modernization process

We partner with you to find the best mobility solution for your facility. By checking the health of your existing equipment, we can determine what solution and components are the best fit for your installation.

Our global competencies and expertise make it sure to minimize building adaptations and optimize the installation process when replacing your elevator, setting new standards in the field. In fact, installing our replacement elevators requires up to 40% less time than a conventional replacement. To ensure a smooth installation process, we’ll meet with you a few weeks before the modernization starts to discuss the final program of work. That means that residents can look forward to minimum disturbance and downtime.


A new era of service for elevators

After a Schindler RePlace modernization, your equipment becomes easier to service and troubleshoot thanks to the latest digital technologies. And with more than 40,000 experts around the world, we strive to ensure every Schindler customer enjoys industry-leading uptime with minimal disruption.

Remote monitoring and automatic fault resolution are ready to be enabled in your Schindler 5000 Plus elevator. A newly connected elevators enables 24/7 intelligent auto callback service and maintenance. This can reduce downtime by up to 34%, compared to non-connected units.


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Reach out to our Schindler sales team for more information about the Schindler 5000 Plus and how we can support your next project.