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.