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Hyundai elevators and escalators by Abans redefine urban mobility

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The Destination Selecting System (DSS) of Hyundai elevators remains as one of the unique groundbreaking features of Hyundai elevators.

This technology uses the most advanced group control technology to take passengers to their destination floors in the shortest time while optimizing operational and energy efficiency. With the DSS big data and artificial intelligence (AI) technology, it becomes easier to determine peak-hours and door operation patterns to optimize operation efficiency.

Furthermore, DSS helps to operate the system without physical contact of operation panel which minimize the risk of viral transmission while enhancing the security by preventing unauthorized entry. The Office Complex for Grafeio One Pvt, Ltd at Aloe Avenue, Colombo 03 with six high speed Hyundai Elevators is the one andonly building in Sri Lanka to utilize this state-of-the-art destination control system, proudly powered by Abans Engineering.

Abans Engineering, a member of the Abans Group of Companies, remains as the sole agent in Sri Lanka for Hyundai high speed elevators and escalators, that aims to elevate consumers to the newest heights of technological innovations and engineering marvels, while at the same time providing them with comfort, reliability and convenience. This is further evidenced by the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ICTAD EM1 category certifications in construction industry that Abans Engineering has received over the past.

The Cinnamon Life Integrated Resort, developed by John Keells Holdings PLC, showcases the efficiency and quality of Hyundai elevators and escalators, featuring 85 vertical elevators, including high-speed options, and 27 escalators, one of which is Sri Lanka’s longest, connecting Level 2 to Level 7 in the hotel area. Additionally, the project incorporates an exclusive destination-selecting system, anticipated to bring significant advantages to the location.

The portfolio of Abans Engineering is further enhanced by the other projects that were undertaken and successfully completed, such as the Colombo City Centre, equipped with 15 elevators and 10 escalators, The Dynasty Apartment Complex at Kandy consists of the tallest machine room less elevators in Sri Lanka.

Abans Engineering, with direct technical, training and marketing support from the principal manufacturer in Korea, has also contributed to the Urban Development Authority and the Government with an undertaking of various projects exceeding 100 units.

Hyundai Elevators creates eco-friendly units aimed at customer satisfaction by employing a design and material development process that minimizes environmental pollution. They also focus on developing low-energy-consuming products while reducing material usage in production, all with customer well-being in mind, thus taking a significant lead in the adoption of eco-friendly technologies.

Hyundai Elevators is the first elevator manufacturer in the world to receive a grade ‘A’ certification from TUV, German Institute of Energy efficiency rating (VDI 4707 Part1), whichis an international certification given after assessing an elevator’s operation time, energy consumption, and average operation distance. Hyundai’s ultra-high-speed elevator (THE EL) also became the first in the world to receive the ‘A’ class (the best-in-class system) in the ultra-high-speed elevator (600mpm) category. Hyundai Elevator Co. Ltd., one of the largest conglomerates in South Korea involved in various fields from manufacturing Automobiles to Heavy Industry, took up the challenge to provide a total solution of high-tech elevators, escalators and moving walkways for fast and optimal movements to meet modern developments in high rise construction.