GEN2 TECHNOLOGY FOR
YOUR EXISTING BUILDING
TM
Gen2 Mod Modernization for mid-rise buildings
With over 200,000 units installed worldwide,
the Otis Gen2 is our fastest selling elevator.
Gen2 belts eliminate metal-to-metal
contact for an exceptionally quiet
and smooth ride that you’ll notice.
Otis Gen2 Mod:
The elevator technology that revolutionized
the industry is ready to do the same for your building.
Key Benefits:
IMPROVED PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY
UPDATED AESTHETICS
GREEN TECHNOLOGY STANDARD
ENHANCED SAFETY
MINIMAL BUILDING DISRUPTION
Gen2 Mod Products | Features
THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY
The latest technology for one of your building’s most critical assests.
Conventional elevators use wire ropes. This requires a larger Otis Gen2 Mod’s polyurethane-coated steel belts are stronger
bending radius, resulting in a larger sheave of at least 30 and more flexible, with a smaller bending radius allowing for a
inches in diameter. 70% smaller machine and increased durability and efficiency.
Polyurethane-
coated Steel Belts
>
GEARLESS MACHINE
30”
BEFORE
>
4”
Gen2 Mod
ReGen® Drive
• Captures normally wasted energy
and provides clean power back
ELEVONIC® to the building
CONTROLLER • Requires less cooling
REGEN® GEARLESS
DRIVE MACHINE
ELEVONIC® Controller
• Proven microprocessor technology
• Enhanced reliability
• Otis Elite SM service enabled
PATENTED
WIRING Closed Loop
Polyurethane-
coated Steel Belts Door Operator
CLOSED LOOP • Consistent performance
DOOR OPERATOR • Reduced noise
• Ensures passenger safety
LED FIXTURES
Wiring
• Ensures reliable communication
throughout the system
LED Fixtures
• Updated look
• Improved passenger experience
• Complements building interiors
Gen2 Mod Products | Benefits
IMPROVED PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY
Optimized performance to meet your building’s elevator demands.
Low callback rate
Call-Back Rate
The Gen2 Mod system delivers a new level of
performance and reliability. When combined Up to
with Otis’ maintenance expertise, the system offers 50%
lower
industry-leading reliability with fewer shutdowns.
• As much as 50% fewer call backs than your
current system
• Otis EliteSM service is available on Gen2 Mod,
bringing you priority response, constant Current Gen2 Mod
Elevator
communication, and flexible functionality.
SMOOTH OPERATION Up to
20%
lower
Coated-steel belts eliminate metal-on-metal Up to
40%
contact and sheaves used by traditional systems. lower Up to
60%
lower
QUIET DOOR OPERATOR
The closed loop door operator ensures passenger Vertical Vibration Horizontal Vibration Car Noise
[milli-g] [milli-g] [dBA]
safety, quieter performance and enhanced reliability.
Your current system Gen2 Mod
UPDATED aesthetics
With Gen2 Mod, your elevator will look as good as it rides.
New LED Fixtures New Cab Interiors Compass® Destination
• Updated look with new car operating (optional) MANAGEMENT (optional)
panels and hall buttons • Options for new wall panels, • Orderly travel and optimized
• LED lights consume less energy ceilings & handrails building operations
• Better complement your building’s design • Enhanced passenger experience
• Customizable for your building’s design,
traffic & security needs
Gen2 Mod Products | Benefits
GREEN TECHNOLOGY STANDARD
Green Technology. Standard on the Gen2 Mod system:
C reates E nergy
U ses E nergy
Energy Saving Technology
The ReGen ® drive
puts electricity back
into the grid by capturing
normally wasted energy.
This helps make the
At Otis, green
Gen2 Mod system up to
60% more efficient than
Energy created by your elevator
conventional systems. Energy is
is not optional is captured by the ReGen ® drive
and is put to use—it’s fed into
captured
and used.
Otis is leading the industry with The Way your building’s electrical grid.
to Green. The value of green thinking on
a global scale encourages and enables our
more than 60,000 employees worldwide
to address the future positively and proactively.
Maximum Efficiency
It is all a part of our end-to-end commitment
Combined with our minimized cooling
to incorporating environmental awareness
needs, LED fixtures, and automatic sleep
into everything we do. The energy efficient
mode, our ReGen ® drive maximizes Up to
Gen2 Mod is a result of this thinking. energy efficiency for your building.
60%
lower
Compared to your outdated geared
Based on 3000 lb
system, the difference is dramatic. at 350 ft/min,
8 stops and
250,000 starts/yr.
Current Gen2 Mod
Ask your sales rep for a customized Elevator
energy savings estimate
Because being green is not an option. ENHANCED SAFETY
Minimized Cooling
Regen® drives capture & utilize energy
Peace of mind, 24/7
normally wasted as heat reducing the
The industry leader in safety, Otis is committed to ensuring optimal equipment
need for cooling in the machine.
performance and passenger safety throughout your elevator’s lifecycle.
No Lubrication
The system’s sealed bearings
and coated steel belts never
require lubrication.
PULSE ® PRECISE LEVELING ACCURACY
LED Fixtures Our advanced technology Reduces tripping hazards and
Reduce energy consumption constantly monitors belt strength ensures passenger safety while
and last up to 10 times longer to enable proactive maintenance. boarding and exiting the elevator.
than conventional fixtures.
Sleep Mode
Lights and fans shut down when
there’s no demand, making the
system more efficient.
AUTOMATIC RETURN UNCONTROLLED MOTION
GREEN Manufacturing OPERATION (OPTIONAL) The Gen2 Mod internal brake eliminates
At Otis, we manufacture our wide If your building loses power, your the need to add separate rope grip-
range of green solutions in the most elevator automatically returns to the pers to comply with the latest code.
environmentally friendly way. nearest landing and opens the doors.
Gen2 Mod Process
MINIMAL BUILDING DISRUPTION
We have a plan for your building.
Our modernization process is designed to minimize building disruption during installation. Our approach is based on detailed planning
and accountability throughout the process and constant communication from start to finish.
Evaluation Project Management Installation Quality Assurance
We work with you to complete An Otis expert will be dedicated The Gen2 Mod system was We complete every project by
a plan specific to your building. to planning and overseeing all designed for ease of installation. reviewing the final installation
phases of your upgrade. quality with you.
• A thorough, expert evaluation • Best-in-class elevator mechanics.
of your equipment will be • We lay out the entire project • S chedules maintained using • Together, we review the
conducted to confirm all work for you before we begin so timed work blocks and work and walk through the
to be completed. there are no surprises along electronic tracking. site to confirm all tasks are
the way. completed.
• Work is coordinated around
your building’s needs.
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C onstant C ommun i cat i on
WHY OTIS
Otis Gen2 Mod:
The latest technology.
Available now.
Ensure your building remains competitive
by modernizing your elevators with the state-
of-the-art Gen2 Mod system. Otis’ experts can
help you manage every step of the upgrade for
a streamlined process that delivers results your
building tenants and visitors will appreciate.
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