• 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 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 / Schindler 5000MR

        The Schindler 5000 (MR) 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

        Meet the Schindler 7000, our passenger elevator for high-rise buildings that exceeds the demanding specifications for tall structures.

      • Schindler Villa Lift

        The Schindler Villa Lift brings a new level of luxury to your family home. With stylish and contemporary design options, it offers unique comfort and opulence.

    • Freight & other elevators
      • Overview

        We provide appropriate solution for freight, goods & special requirements with various types of bed, glass, panoramic & service elevator.

      • Schindler 2600

        Discover the Schindler 2600 freight elevator for warehouses, shopping centers or 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
      • PORT elevator

        PORT Technology provides passengers with the lowest possible times to their destinations with the best possible comfort.

    • Building Transit Solutions
      • Overview

        An innovative solution also known as the Building Transit Integrator (BuilT-In) that streamlines operation and information flows across multiple applications, from facial recognition to security access system and robot services

      • BuilT-In Facial Recognition

        By integrating Schindler Transit Management System with facial recognition, BuilT-In brings about a whole new level of convenience.

      • BuilT-In QR

        BuilT-In QR PORT Access is a proprietary Schindler solution that includes the ‘BuilT-In QR’ mobile app, PORT terminals, QR readers and BuilT-In Visitor Management System.

      • BuilT-In Robot Service Connection

        With BuilT-In integration robots can easily navigate busy building environments, place elevator calls to their destination floors, and request elevator status information.

      • BuilT-In Landing Destination Indicator

        Advertisements and infotainments are slowly slotting in every corner of the building, no matter on a TV, touch-screen device, elevator door etc.

      • BuilT-In API

        The agile, powerful API enables building management to effectively analyse data and handle daily operations, from biometric access control to robotics applications and real-time passenger tracking.

    • Digital Media Services
      • Overview

        Our digital media services make it possible to turn your elevators into communication platforms. New possibilities to advertise!

      • Schindler Ahead MediaScreen

        This in-car media solution for elevators provides relevant information to your passengers in real-time, with minimal effort and maximum attention.

      • Schindler Ahead SmartMirror

        Our new in-elevator multimedia experience will change the way passengers enjoy their elevator ride.

      • Schindler Ahead AdScreen

        We created the Schindler Ahead AdScreen to maximize your advertising effect with every elevator trip.

    • CleanMobility
      • Overview

        Explore our solutions that help keep elevators sanitary and safe.

      • ElevateMe

        Our new Schindler ElevateMe mobile application gives elevator passengers the control to interact with elevators using their smartphones.

      • CleanCall

        Our Schindler CleanCall lets passengers select their destination with a simple wave of the hand.

      • CleanCover

        Schindler CleanCover is an antibacterial protective film that covers elevator cabin surfaces that are often touched by passengers, such as the buttons, panels, and walls.

      • kNOw Touch

        kNOw Touch easily replaces conventional touch-based buttons with a sensor interface that requires no physical contact to activate.

      • PORT Technology & myPORT

        Visitors navigate their way through buildings equipped with Schindler PORT and myPORT using only their phone or personal access card.

      • UV CleanAir

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

      • UV CleanCar

        Our Schindler UV CleanCar uses UV-C ultraviolet light to destroy bacteria and viruses in elevators reducing the risk transmission between passengers.

      • CleanSpace

        With Schindler CleanSpace, you can adjust the maximum load capacity in elevators to keep cars from becoming overcrowded.

    • 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.

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  • Escalators & Moving walks
    • Escalators
      • Schindler 9300

        Enhanced safety features, energy efficiency, and space savings, the Schindler 9300 escalator defines state-of-the-art 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 and train stations.

    • Moving walks
      • Schindler 9500 inclined

        Developed with shopping malls in mind, the Schindler 9500 inclined moving walk provides quiet and comfortable transportation from floor to floor.

      • Schindler 9500 horizontal

        Explore the Schindler 9500 horizontal moving walk, the ideal solution for public transportation.

    • Modernization
      • Overview

        Our professional and highly experienced technicians can modernize your escalators and moving walks from simply installing updated components to performing a full replacement.

      • INTRUSS®

        The existing escalator/moving walk is extracted, keeping its truss in place. A new Schindler escalator or moving walk is assembled inside the existing truss.

    • Digital Media Services
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        Utilizing the captive audience and dwell time, Schindler Digital Media Services will enhance the passengers experience with value adding content, information and entertainment.

      • Schindler Ahead AdSpot

        The urbanization of our world means we are traveling up and down a lot more frequently than ever before. So it is no surprise that our media is also going vertical.

    • CleanMobility
      • Overview

        At Schindler, we’re continuously developing solutions to help keep escalators and moving walks sanitary and safe.

      • Ultra UV & UV Pro

        Schindler Ultra UV and Ultra UV Pro help to keep handrails clean and reduce bacteria and viruses with an innovative and effective UV-C light system.

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

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

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

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Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator Striking, flexible, effective

Enjoy the perfect blend of form, function, and flexibility with a single solution that suits both commercial and high-end residential projects. Offering exceptional adaptability and striking interior options, the Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR ensures a custom fit for any setting.

Ascend to excellence with Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR

Our Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator is not just about aesthetics; it's engineered for peak performance. Swiss precision ensures a ride that's faster, smoother, and environmentally friendly. With cutting-edge technology, premium materials, and energy-saving innovations, it sets a new standard for elevator efficiency and passenger comfort.

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Benefits

The Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator delivers a swift, smooth, and energy-efficient journey – combining the latest technology, enhanced efficiency and flexible design, for perfect integration into your building.

Future-ready features

Our Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR brings a multitude of digital features and options to your next project. With our full range of Schindler Digital Media solutions, our media-enabled fixtures, and PORT technology, we can bring your elevator into the future today.

Strikingly flexible

From functional to sophisticated, pre-configured to custom, the striking interior design options available in the Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR offer unparalleled flexibility to complement the most stylish and innovative interior architecture concepts. Find your style with our Schindler Designs.

Highly effective

Meticulously crafted Swiss-engineered materials help to ensure the performance and reliability of your Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator for years to come. 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 for a perfect fit across a myriad of applications.

Smart sustainability

The Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR is engineered to contribute to a brighter future by conserving space and energy. From initial design to end-of-life recycling, environmental considerations are embedded in its development, ensuring an energy-efficient, modular, and scalable system with a regenerative inverter for sustainable progress.


Key figures

CharacteristicsSchindler 5000Schindler 5000MR
Machine roomMachine-room-lessMini machine room
Capacity630 to 1350 kg
630 - 1600 kg
Travel height80 m125 m
StopsUp to 40 stops, with a maximum of 50 openingsUp to 43 stops, with a maximum of 80 openings
Speed1.0 to 2.5 m/s
1.0 to 2.5 m/s
Drive systemFrequency controlled, eco-friendly regenerative drive technologyFrequency controlled, eco-friendly regenerative drive technology
Group sizeUp to 8 cars
Up to 8 cars
EntrancesOne- or two-sidedOne- or two-sided
Energy efficiency classificationClass A, according to ISO 25745-2*
Class A, according to ISO 25745-2*
Noise levelBelow 50 – 60 decibels (A)**, on averageBelow 50 – 60 decibels (A)**, on average

* The classification always refers to a specific customer configuration. Usage pattern, load capacity, customer specific options and site conditions influence the final rating.
** For the evaluation methodology, we comply with ISO 18738 standards. However, many factors influence the amount of noise and vibration generated by an elevator.


Optimize your building’s potential

Our Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR is designed to blend seamlessly into your building. Flexible car sizes, door dimensions, controller options, and energy-saving features enable the Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR to adapt to a wide range of projects.

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Adaptable design

  • All main drive, traction and control equipment sits in the shaft, leaving extra space available for more productive purposes
  • Flexible counterweight positioning for perfect space utilization and maximized rentable area
  • Reduced headroom space and pit depth maximizes the usable building space
  • Schindler’s Suspension Traction Media supports a smaller motor and traction sheave – 70% smaller than traditional rope machines

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Energy-efficient solutions

  • Permanent magnet technology, including a stable start without high peak current, helps keep energy consumption low
  • Reduced stand-by power improves energy efficiency
  • Recuperative technology reduces energy consumption and heat dissipation
  • Return of regenerated energy to mains power

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Flexible system

  • Adjustable car width and depth, in 50 mm increments
  • Car heights, scalable in 100 mm increments, up to 2800 mm
  • Door adjustable in 100 mm increments, with widths from 800 to 1200 mm and heights up to 2400 mm

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Future-ready, secure technology

  • Precision stopping accuracy for easy access
  • Digitally-enabled for remote maintenance and Schindler ActionBoard to help facility managers monitor the equipment remotely (with a Schindler service contract)
  • Control software developed based on the IEC 62443-4-1 ML3 standard for cybersecurity

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High ride quality

  • Schindler’s Suspension Traction Media system provides a quiet, smooth ride
  • A lubrication-free, gearless machine supports a smooth ride quality
  • Advanced technology and precise installation methods can limit sound levels to below 50 – 60 decibels (A)*, on average - equivalent to birdsong

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Seamless people flow

  • Compatible with banks of up to eight elevators using a conventional control system or unlimited with Schindler PORT
  • Choice of telescopic (T2) or center-opening doors (C2) and single or double entrance to keep traffic moving efficiently

* For the evaluation methodology, we comply with ISO 18738 standards. However, many factors influence the amount of noise and vibration generated by an elevator.


Elevate your building with Schindler Designs

Exceptional design goes beyond visual appeal; it evokes emotions and cultivates a positive atmosphere. Schindler Designs offer a carefully curated selection of contemporary colors and materials, empowering you to personalize your elevator according to your unique vision. From cabin walls, floors, and doors to control panels, handrails, and mirrors.

Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator designs

Discover the versatility of Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevator designs, with options ranging from classic and sleek to unique and elegant finishes. Transform your building into an exclusive space with our exciting design options. From the understated sophistication of matte laminate to the captivating textures and sleek allure of glossy finishes, our selection caters to every style preference. Experience the timeless elegance of stainless steel or the opulent touch of ceramics. Our elevator interiors are crafted to add innovation and style to any setting and are fully digitally-enabled to enhance connectivity, security, access control, and traffic management.

Unleash your creative vision

Create the look and feel you like. Combine colors, materials, lighting, mirrors, handrails, and fixtures to achieve the ambiance that fits your building. Choose from one of our interior design lines or design an individual car that fits your needs.

Digital elevators from Schindler for next-generation technologies

Benefit from our tools, solutions, and latest innovations to support you through the entire product life cycle of your elevator. Our elevators are designed to use state-of-the-art technologies from planning to operation.


Enhancing the quality of urban living

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)

Environmental Product Declarations are recognized by green building certification schemes, including LEED, DGNB, Green Mark, and BREEAM, which enable Schindler customers to receive credits for their building certification projects. This is an important step in the assessment of the environmental performance of our products and underlines our continuous efforts toward sustainable solutions. We have registered EPDs at the International EPD® System for all major elevator product lines.

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

Working with you every stop of the way

Customer safety is our top priority. That's why Schindler global experts work continuously to ensure a secure and smooth journey for all passengers, from the youngest to the oldest. Our advanced installation techniques and rigorous inspection criteria are designed to deliver the highest level of elevator performance for years to come.

Over 1,000 safety checks are performed on every Schindler elevator before your first ride*.

* This is the global average based on the Schindler fulfillment process.

Above and beyond with next generation elevator service

With a new Schindler elevator, your equipment is easy to service and troubleshoot thanks to the latest digital technologies and our global expertise. All Schindler 5000 / Schindler 5000MR elevators are digitally-enabled, allowing you to benefit from faster response times, improved performance, and higher uptimes, compared to non-connected units.

Enjoy an uptime of up to 99.9%*.

* This is the global average. Planned events (such as inspections) have been excluded from this calculation.


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