Nidec Elevator powers vertical movement across Europe
Across Europe, urban density, sustainability targets, and rising expectations for comfort and reliability are reshaping how elevators are designed, modernized, and operated. In this evolving landscape, long-term performance, proven technology, and strong local support are becoming decisive factors. Nidec Elevator combines global reach with deep engineering heritage to address these challenges.
As part of Nidec, the world’s leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives, and controls, Nidec Elevator builds on decades of motion-control experience to deliver vertical transportation systems designed for efficiency, reliability, and long service life.
A strong legacy in modernization Modernization is a core strength of Nidec Elevator. Within the group, Motion Control Engineering (MCE), based in California, has been a recognized leader in elevator control solutions for independent elevator companies since 1984.
For more than four decades, MCE has supported modernization projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure buildings, delivering reliable controller solutions for some of the most iconic installations in the United States and worldwide. This experience forms a solid foundation for modernization in Europe, where
extending the life of existing installations, improving energy efficiency, and upgrading safety and performance are key market priorities.
Proven machine technology, industrial scale
Nidec’s elevator machine portfolio is built on an industrial heritage of over 120 years of machine manufacturing. Nidecʼs long history of engineering excellence has enabled it to transfer mature, proven technologies to high-efficiency manufacturing platforms in China, offering a wide range of machines at competitive cost levels without compromising quality. With the capacity to produce more than 50,000 machines per year, Nidec Elevator supports consistent quality, availability, and scalability, key requirements for both standard projects and high-volume markets.
Complete systems for every application
One of Nidec Elevator’s defining strengths is its ability to deliver complete elevator systems. The portfolio covers gearless machines, control panels, and fully integrated elevator packages designed for a wide range of applications.
From low-rise, low-speed installations to highrise, high-speed projects; from compact home elevators to heavy-duty cargo systems, Nidec solutions are engineered to match diverse load capacities, performance requirements, and building types.
This system-level approach ensures compatibility, operational efficiency, and long-term reliability.
Close to Europe, committed to the market
Nidec Elevator’s commitment to Europe is reinforced by its newly opened regional hub in Lyon, France. This presence strengthens collaboration with European customers and partners, providing local support, technical coordination, and closer alignment with regional standards and market needs.
By combining global engineering capabilities with local proximity and support, Nidec Elevator aims to be a long-term partner to European elevator companies, supporting both new installations and modernization projects with proven technology, industrial strength, and reliability.
