The 9th edition of International Elevator and Escalator Expo (IEE Expo) along with the E2 Forum will welcome real estate developers and builders to witness the latest technologies and trends in vertical transportation, and present opportunities in growing markets, from 16 -18 February 2022 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai

IEE Expo

The pandemic has induced drastic changes in the dynamics of elevator and escalator manufacturing, product designs, features, and control functions to suit the changing needs of the hygiene-conscious population. Developers must look at digitalised elevator technology for a safe and seamless passenger experience in the post-pandemic age.

Digitalisation is revolutionising the vertical mobility space, and with it the elevator business is transforming. As elevator manufacturers integrate new digital capabilities that create safe, seamless and contactless building experiences, developers today can provide exceptional passenger experience while at the same time keep their elevator maintenance and repairs at check.

Amid hygiene concerns and digitisation, remote monitoring services in elevators and escalators will gain traction in the post-Covid world, whereas new-age features such as a central dashboard, human flow predicting operation management systems, and rapid installation methods will allow seamless operations and monitoring and redefine the customer experience.

Showcasing technology for developers
IEE Expo aims to:
  • Provide technological advancements in vertical transportation
  • Facilitate international exchange of technical know-how
  • Highlight growing demand for vertical transportation facilities
  • Support government and other associations working towards development of Smart Cities
Builders and contractors will witness top-of-the-line products, future trends in elevator and escalators, latest innovations from India, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and Turkey. Major elevator component brands participating in this edition will include:

ÇELIKRAY: an acclaimed Turkish company that supplies to more than 30 countries and has 5,000 tons of elevator rail production capacity monthly and 120,000 hot rolling capacity annually. Said Bilal Kiliç, Foreign Trade Director, Çelikray Elevator Guide Rails, “IEE Expo has been a significant business platform for us. It has helped us connect with new people, expand our relationships and gain insights into the demands of the industry.”

City Elevators: provides efficient elevator systems as well as outsources elevator equipment using technologies from overseas manufacturers, and markets and services them in India. The company is also present in the automated car parking market. Naveen Rajagopalan, Director, commented, “City Elevators is a leading supplier in the high-speed and high-rise elevator market. Previous IEE Expos have given a wide exposure to our brand and opportunity to network with industry professionals.”

Giovenzana International BV: has been providing innovative elevator electrical components for over 65 years and is recognized as a world leader in control, interface, safety and wiring products.

mayr® power transmission: is a leading manufacturer of safety brakes, torque limiters and shaft couplings. Its product portfolio also includes magnetic couplings and magnetic brakes as well as DC drives. Stated Sebastian Steinert, Area Sales Manager, “For over 20 years, mayr® power transmission has been developing and producing elevator brakes for modern elevators. We are continuously working on innovative products and discussion with buyers at IEE Expo has enabled us to find solutions for challenging applications.”

ZIEHL-ABEGG: is a 111-year-old German manufacturer of gearless machines and inverters for elevator applications. Vikas Kundra, Managing Director, stated, “India is a great avenue for elevator manufacturers and especially with increased building and metro projects, the opportunity for us is greater than before.”

Companies like Bharat Bijlee, DATIS, Esquire, Excella, Expedite Automation, NBSL India, and Tectronics, among others, will also be presenting their latest product lines.

Support from Industry’s power bodies
IEE Expo 2022 has drawn strong support from influential industry associations, including:
  • The Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry (CREDAI-MCHI)
  • AILUF (All India Lift Upliftment Federation)
  • COSMA (Control Panel & Switchgear Manufacturers’ Association)
  • DEA (Delhi Elevator Association)
  • GEIA (Gujarat Elevator Industrial Association)
  • INBAC (Integrated Building Automation Community)
  • KEMA (Karnataka Elevator Manufacturers’ Association)
  • KHEMA (Karnataka Hydraulic Elevator Manufacturers’ Association)
  • TEEA (Telangana Elevator and Escalator Association)
  • Elevator Innovation (as educational partner)
Pankaj Trivedi, Hon’ble Secretary, AILUF, expressing the sentiment of the elevator industry on the most anticipated comeback of IEE Expo, said, “AILUF is pleased to extend its support to IEE Expo, which over the years has proven itself to be a crucial business point for elevator and escalator companies throughout the world. With India seeing huge developments in infrastructure, real estate and metro projects, the Expo will be the right platform to showcase the latest products and technological advances. The vertical transportation fraternity is looking forward to re-con gregate at IEE Expo 2022.”

E2 Forum 2021
Slated to be held on 1st October 2021 at Le Meridien, New Delhi, the 3rd edition of E2 Forum will spark a productive discussion on ‘Exploring the New Normal of Vertical Transportation with a Focus on ‘Railways, Real Estate and Infrastructure’. The platform will offer architects, planners and operators of lift and escalator systems a chance to obtain information, engage in dialogue and share ideas with manufacturers and developers from the industry.

The conference is supported by apex industry body, CREDAI-MCHI as the Strategic Industry Partner, along with Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Ltd. (IRSDC) and DEA (Delhi Elevator Association) and will have speakers and delegates from ThyssenKrupp India, Schindler India, Johnson Lifts, Fujitec India, Mitsubishi Elevators, ECE Elevators among others.

S. K. Lohia, MD & CEO, IRSDC, stated, “Design and safety are the foremost factors to be considered while installing elevators and escalators. We are in the process of planning the redevelopment of railway stations called “RAILOPOLIS” – a mini smart city on principles of national transit-oriented development policy and accordingly there would be high demand of elevators and escalators for these. These assets must have the state-of-the-art safety and surveillance provisions and emergency response mechanisms to avert mis-happenings. Partnering with E2 Forum for this goal, we are ready to connect with elevator manufacturers and explore new technology and product advancements at the show.”

About IEE Expo
IEE Expo is positioned strongly as a networking platform for industry professionals across the country. It is the ultimate sourcing point where buyers can witness the latest technologies and conveniences that modern elevators are offering to meet the evolving demands of the users. The last edition of IEE Expo (2020) held in Mumbai was attended by 7,512 buyers from 27 states and union territories.