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Essentially completed in , the modernization was among the largest such projects in our history — and among the most complex. The updated elevators are 50 to 75 percent more efficient than the original equipment.

The crown jewel of the modernization is the custom-made glass Gen2 elevator that travels from the 86th floor to the nd floor Observatory — now enclosed in glass to provide unobstructed, degree views of New York City and beyond. On the nd floor landing, even the hoistway walls are glass, heightening the sense of being in a glass aerie at the top of the world.

Otis crews worked around the clock over eight years to complete the modernization. The new machines, weighing as much as 13 tons, were brought up in pieces. Custom rigs lowered counterweights into place. The Empire State Building took just days to construct, from the setting of the tower's first steel columns on March 17, , to its completion on April 11, The official opening was May 1, To date, no comparable structure has matched that rate of construction.

The iconic building has starred in dozens of movies, notably the cult classic King Kong and three romantic classics: Love Affair , An Affair to Remember and Sleepless in Seattle In , the Empire State Building began undergoing a series of retrofits to reduce energy consumption by nearly 40 percent. Service Contract Selector Otisline. Empire State Building Opened in , the Empire State Building was the first building to top floors, an extraordinary milestone that only added to the mystique of this art-deco masterpiece and global icon.

The new Otis elevators transport 10 million tenants, visitors and Observatory guests each year. A glass aerie at the top of the world The crown jewel of the modernization is the custom-made glass Gen2 elevator that travels from the 86th floor to the nd floor Observatory — now enclosed in glass to provide unobstructed, degree views of New York City and beyond. At your service Otis crews worked around the clock over eight years to complete the modernization.

Quick facts about the Empire State Building The Empire State Building took just days to construct, from the setting of the tower's first steel columns on March 17, , to its completion on April 11, Your vision in motion Our Otis Create tool can help simplify elevator system planning, with recommended configurations, customized performance details and more — all in a few clicks. Strength in numbers. We Are Pioneers And Visionaries We are combining our legacy as an industry pioneer, our current industry leadership position and our vision to give people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.

Innovative Products We create solutions for every passenger in every building to keep them moving. Superior Customer Service We continue to invest in new tools and processes, so our highly trained mechanics and support teams can ensure a faster return to service.

Modernization Solutions We can refresh your elevators with new features, technology, and aesthetics while ensuring safety, reliability and performance. Investors We are excited to return to our roots and as an independent, publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange, where we were first listed years ago. Video Transcript. Product Finder. Service Contract Selector. Otisline Hour Service for emergencies and service calls Service eCatalog.

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