OTIS
SkyRise

Overview

The SkyRise is Otis's current high speed, high rise traction elevator model. It was introduced in 2013, replacing the Elevonic 411.

Super Double Deck

"Super Double Deck" is an option on the SkyRise, consisting of two attached cars that can expand and constrict the distance between them.

Characteristics

SkyRise elevators usually appear almost identical to Gen2s.

Specifications

  • Type: Gearless Traction

  • Controller: Microprocessor

  • Max rise: 2000 ft

  • Max landings: ?

  • Capacity: Up to 5000 lb (single deck)

  • Speed: Up to 2460 ft/minute

  • Doors: Single speed side opening, two-speed side opening or single-speed center opening

  • Max cars per bank: 8

  • Fixtures: Series 7/Newer Series 2, Compass Plus, touchscreen

Picture from Otis Elevator.

Notable installations

United States

  • Marriott Marquis, Chicago, IL

  • Marriott Marquis, Houston, TX

  • Skyview Observatory, Columbia Center, Seattle, WA

  • Encore Boston Harbor, Everett, MA

  • Intercontinental Hotel, Los Angeles, CA

  • Guitar Tower, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL

  • The Paragon, Chicago, IL

  • Essex on the Park, Chicago, IL

  • AC Hotel/Residence Inn by Marriott, Charlotte, NC

  • Residence Inn/SpringHill Suites, San Diego, CA

  • Hudson's Site Tower, Detroit, MI (under construction) (prediction)

Canada

  • Unknown Location, Toronto, ON

Videos

Documents

Otis_Traction_SkyRise_2016.pdf

SkyRise brochure (2016)