About US

Two Decades of Excellence in Motion

Since 2004, Schneider Global Lifts has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing world-class elevators and escalators, built on a foundation of precision and reliability.

Our Story

  • 2004

    The Foundation

    Schneider Global Lifts was born in Munich, Germany, from a singular vision: to redefine vertical transportation by merging world-class German engineering with a commitment to unparalleled safety and design.
  • 2008

    Global Manufacturing Begins

    To meet rising international demand, we established our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Shanghai. This strategic move allowed us to combine German precision oversight with global production efficiency.
  • 2012

    Launch of the EcoDrive™ Series

    We introduced our groundbreaking EcoDrive™ elevator series, an innovation that reduced energy consumption by up to 40% and set a new industry benchmark for sustainable and environmentally friendly technology.
  • 2016

    The Apex Tower Project

    Selected as the exclusive vertical transport partner for the iconic Apex Tower in Dubai, we successfully installed 32 high-speed elevators, proving our capability on the world's most demanding architectural stages.
  • 2021

    SmartLIFT™ IoT Integration

    We pioneered the integration of our SmartLIFT™ predictive maintenance platform. Using IoT technology, this system allows for real-time monitoring and diagnostics, drastically reducing downtime for our clients.
  • Today

    Elevating the Future

    With a presence in over 50 countries, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation. Our journey is driven by the same founding principles: to move people safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Engineered in Germany, Delivered to the World

German Headquarters: The Heart of Innovation

Located in Munich, our global headquarters is the hub for our research & development, engineering, and strategic management. Here, our expert teams design the next generation of vertical transport solutions, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of German precision and quality.

Global Manufacturing Hub: Excellence at Scale

Our advanced manufacturing facility in Shanghai is where engineering blueprints become reality. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and rigorous quality control processes, this hub allows us to produce reliable and efficient elevator and escalator systems for our global client base.