Touchless Elevators Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Cloud-Based, On-Premise), By Application (Large Enterprises, SMEs), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

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TOUCHLESS ELEVATORS MARKET OVERVIEW

The global touchless elevators market size was valued at approximately USD 2.12 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow USD 3.99 billion by 2033, with exhibiting a CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast period 2025 to 2033.

Touchless Elevators are advanced lift systems that allow users to operate and navigate elevators without physical contact. These advanced lifts are equipped with sensor technologies using voice commands, smartphone apps, gesture recognition, and proximity sensors. Passengers can call the lift, select floors, and perform other functions hands-free due to which there is a rising adoption of touchless elevators, as it promotes hygiene and reduces the risk of germ transmission.

The Touchless Elevators Market is majorly assisting high-traffic areas such as office buildings, hospitals, and public transportation hubs, as they are more prone to viruses and infections. The market is providing users with elevator systems that they can operate without the need for physical contact, with technologies such as mobile apps or gesture control. With growing health concerns among people, the touchless elevator market is witnessing growth in demand, as this is a hygiene step for individuals’ health, stopping them from getting affected. These lifts are being adopted in various sectors, such as commercial buildings, residential complexes, healthcare facilities, and public infrastructure, enhancing user experience along with safety values.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Market Growth Flourished by Pandemic due to Safe Touchless technologies

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden market growth reflected by the rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of touchless elevators as hygiene was the top priority during the pandemic. The market witnessed a surge in demand, as it is minimising the risk of virus transmission in shared spaces, where chances of getting affected by the virus are high. Many building owners were implementing these systems for safer and more secure environments for their occupants, which has increased the sales of touchless elevators and pushed manufacturers to innovate and develop more options in contactless technology. Even after COVID-19, these elevators have become an important feature in modern buildings, enhancing users’ confidence and safeguarding their health and hygiene.

LATEST TRENDS

Integrated apps in cellphones is to Drive Market Growth

The Touchless Elevator market has given their customers a trendy shift to operate lifts, i.e. integration of smartphone-based control systems. With the help of dedicated apps, users now can operate elevators using their cell phones, which has eliminated the need to physically touch elevator buttons. these elevators have enhanced health security, especially in areas such as offices, hotels, and building management systems, offering better monitoring and maintenance. The rapid shift towards this trend reflects a wider insight towards smart and interconnected building solutions, prioritising user experience and modern infrastructure.

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TOUCHLESS ELEVATORS MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type the global market can be categorized into Hydraulic Elevators, Traction Elevators, Machine-Room-Less (MRL) Elevators, & Pneumatic Elevators.

• Hydraulic Elevators: Hydraulic Elevators are well suited for low-rise buildings up to six stories tall, as they use a hydraulic system. These hydraulic systems have a piston inside a cylinder to lift the cab and the required energy is powered up by electric motors, as these motors pump hydraulic fluid into the cylinder. Making the elevators move.

• Traction Elevators: These elevators operate by ropes and counterweights. The elevator or the cab is moving up and down by traction steel ropes or belts moving over a pulley system. They are ideally suitable for mid to high-rise buildings due to their speed and energy efficiency.

• Machine-Room-Less (MRL) Elevators: These elevators have solved the problem of having a dedicated machine room by placing the machinery in the hoistway, above or bottom of the elevator cab. Manufacturers of buildings with limited space or mid-rise buildings generally prefer these designs.

• Pneumatic Elevators: Pneumatic elevators use air pressure and vacuum technology to move the cab between floors. These elevators are ideal for residential homes, as they create a vacuum above the cab to lift it and control air pressure to lower it, which is easy to install.

By Application

Based on application the global market can be categorized into Residential Contactless Elevators, Commercial Contactless Elevators, &  Industrial Contactless Elevators.

• Residential Contactless Elevators: Residential elevators provide a contactless experience at homes and apartments, providing convenient and safe movement between floors, and taking care of hygiene with smooth accessibility.

• Commercial Contactless Elevators: Office buildings, shopping centres, and hotels, these areas are using commercial contactless elevators, providing their employees and customers, a touch-free experience, maintaining their cleanliness and minimising the risk of germs spreading.

• Industrial Contactless Elevators: Factories, warehouses and various other industrial areas are providing their staff a contactless operative lifts or elevators where they do not need to touch buttons, giving them a secure environment where hygiene and productivity are highly required.

DRIVING FACTORS

Hygiene Awareness and Technological Advancements to Boost the Market

COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of hygiene. With the deadly virus spreading people became more careful towards safety and touchpoint post covid. This has increased the demand for products with more digital influence, such as touchless elevators. Touchless elevators are in high demand due to their technological advancements, as users are no longer required to touch buttons to operate them. Making them safe from virus and infection, leading to Touchless Elevators Market Growth.

Sensor technology is continuously growing. The technology offers everything an individual might need such as voice recognition, and mobile app integration, making them more reliable and user-friendly. With the integration of touchless elevators and sensor technology market is booming rapidly, as the market is offering improved functionality and appeal of touchless elevators. This has driven the adoption rates high across various sectors.

Smart Building Integration and Urbanization to Expand the Market

With smart city transitions, the City’s buildings are also getting smarter. The shift towards smart buildings and the Internet of Things (IoT) has increased the integration of touchless elevators. With this integration monitoring, control and maintenance of elevators have gotten smoother, and building operations are improved with efficient energy, hence Touchless Elevators Market Growth.

With rapid urbanisation and construction of high-rise buildings especially in metros, the demand for modern, efficient, and hygienic elevator systems has also taken up the speed. The touchless elevators are addressing the need of growing urban centres, offering the evolving market the support it needs.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Maintenance Costs and Reliability Issues to Potentially Impede Market Growth

It takes a lot of work to install or implement the elevator systems. Advanced sensor technologies, software integration, and retrofitting existing buildings, all these systems need maintenance and specialised expertise for installation, leading to higher operational costs, and stopping small businesses and buildings from adopting these innovative changes of touchless elevators.

Touchless elevators are highly dependent on sensor technology and seamless software performance. Any technical issue such as a glitch or malfunction can lead to operational disruption, making the user’s experience awful and unsafe. It is very complex and time-consuming for buildings or organisations to overcome this type of consistent reliability and technical challenges, eventually slowing down the widespread adoption of touchless elevators.

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TOUCHLESS ELEVATORS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Europe Region Dominating the Market Due to the Rapid Innovation

The market is primarily segregated into Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, North America, and Middle East & Africa.

Europe is the global leader with the highest Touchless Elevators Market Share holding. The region’s market's primary focus is on technological innovation and sustainable infrastructure, where individuals can get a safe and hygienic environment. This approach has accelerated the adoption of touchless technologies in public and commercial spaces. With the region’s approach to being proactive in integrating smart building solutions, many key players are investing in urbanisation’s modernisation. With the presence of these major manufacturers and players, the region is witnessing rapid innovation with regulatory support and investment, making it sit in the dominant position in the world. 

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Industry Players Shaping the Market Through Innovation and Market Expansion

Key Industry players are driving the market with their innovation and market expansion through advanced technological developments and strategic initiatives. Market giants such as KONE, Schindler, and ThyssenKrupp, are investing huge amounts in R&D to create cutting-edge solutions, such as gesture-based controls and voice-activated systems. These players are keeping their focus on convenience with safety, and these innovations are meeting these evolving for contactless technology. These key players are expanding their market reach by forming strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions, through which they are offering smart building solutions all around the globe, reshaping the future of the touchless elevator market landscape.

List Of Top Touchless Elevators Companies

• Robert Bosch (Germany)
• Fujitec Co  (Japan)
• Hitachi (Japan)
• Honeywell International (U.S.)
• Hyundai Elevator (South Korea)
• Johnson Controls (U.S.)
• Kleemann (Greece)
• Kone (Finland)
• Mitsubishi Electric (Japan)
• Otis Elevator Company (U.S.)
• Schindler Group (Switzerland)
• TK Elevator (Germany)
• Toshiba (Japan)

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

November 2023: Tokyo, November 13, 2023 – Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi") today announced that it has received an order from Transmission and Distribution IT & OT Systems LLC for a complete set of the next-generation nationwide load dispatching system ("the System").

REPORT COVERAGE

This report is based on historical analysis and forecast calculation that aims to help readers get a comprehensive understanding of the global Touchless Elevators Market from multiple angles, which also provides sufficient support to readers’ strategy and decision-making. Also, this study comprises a comprehensive analysis of SWOT and provides insights for future developments within the market. It examines varied factors that contribute to the growth of the market by discovering the dynamic categories and potential areas of innovation whose applications may influence its trajectory in the upcoming years. This analysis encompasses both recent trends and historical turning points into consideration, providing a holistic understanding of the market’s competitors and identifying capable areas for growth.

This research report examines the segmentation of the market by using both quantitative and qualitative methods to provide a thorough analysis that also evaluates the influence of strategic and financial perspectives on the market. Additionally, the report's regional assessments consider the dominant supply and demand forces that impact market growth. The competitive landscape is detailed meticulously, including shares of significant market competitors. The report incorporates unconventional research techniques, methodologies and key strategies tailored for the anticipated frame of time. Overall, it offers valuable and comprehensive insights into the market dynamics professionally and understandably