As a specialist supplier of sightseeing (observation) elevators, we provide high-value-added models that deliver an exceptional experience for commercial facilities, hotels, and observation towers. With a diverse lineup ranging from half-round observation elevators to **full-round observation elevators**—our specialty—we provide comprehensive support from design and construction assistance to maintenance, offering practical solutions to our customers’ challenges in “view presentation,” “safety,” “comfort,” and “maintenance.” LJ Elevator’s observation elevators are equipped with the technology and services necessary to provide visitors with an unforgettable visual experience and peace of mind.
Experience Value>>
A panoramic elevator is a facility that transforms the act of travel itself into a tourist attraction. With 360° views and dramatic lighting effects, it increases visitors’ length of stay and satisfaction.
Structural Safety>>
The design prioritizes the structural integrity of the large-area glass and its supporting structure, and reinforces the structure to account for loads, wind pressure, and vibrations. This ensures a high safety margin even for fully circular designs.
Design Flexibility>>
The cabin and exterior can be customized to match the building's design and the surrounding landscape. Features such as view control and solar shading can be incorporated from the initial design stage.
Ride Comfort and Quietness>>
Advanced control and damping systems provide a comfortable ride with smooth acceleration and deceleration. A quiet ride directly contributes to the guest experience.
In tourist elevators, visual impact is the most memorable aspect for passengers. Our fully circular panoramic cabins offer an unobstructed 360° view in all directions, transforming the ride into a “scenic experience.” Our semicircular models integrate seamlessly into exterior wall installations and atrium structures; by optimizing the balance between glass and building materials, they maintain a sense of unity between the interior and exterior.
The glass used is a special type of tempered glass with high transmittance (visible light transmittance of 90% or higher), and it can be treated to block UV rays and prevent fogging. In addition, the outer surface is coated with a weather-resistant coating to minimize any deterioration in visibility caused by rain or dust. This ensures a clear view day and night for many years to come.
In addition, the cabin lighting combines LED indirect lighting with a dimming system to make the most of natural light during the day and create an ambiance that highlights the scenery at night. Program-controlled adjustments to the lighting’s color temperature and brightness can also be implemented to help passengers focus on the scenery.
Because sightseeing elevators feature large glass surfaces, ensuring structural safety is critical. We conduct design verification through structural analysis and employ a specialized frame structure designed to withstand external factors such as wind pressure, seismic motion, and thermal expansion. The glass panels are made of tempered or laminated glass to prevent shattering in the event of breakage.
All safety mechanisms comply with international standards and come standard with door interlocks, overspeed detection devices, safety brakes, and dual control circuits. Since high-frequency operation is expected, particularly at tourist attractions, brake wear sensors and automatic self-diagnostic functions can also be installed.
The value of a sightseeing elevator lies not only in the views it offers but also in the quality of the ride. We employ high-precision guide rail machining and anti-vibration structures to significantly reduce minor vibrations and structural resonance noise during operation. By optimizing the clearance between the car and the guide rails, we achieve smooth acceleration and deceleration.
The drive system combines a high-efficiency gearless traction machine with VVVF inverter control to ensure stable speed control even at low speeds. This prevents the view from becoming blurry and maintains comfort even during long ascents and descents.
Flexibly adapts to a wide range of architectural conditions, including exterior wall installation, tower installation, and atrium installation. The fully circular cabins make a striking impression when installed on freestanding towers or external shafts, while the semi-circular cabins are ideal for renovating existing buildings. Dimensions are designed to fit on-site conditions, preventing construction rework and delays.
Tourist elevators must always maintain both aesthetic appeal and safety. We collaborate with specialized parts suppliers within our group to ensure a stable supply of key components, such as glass panels, exterior components, traction machines, and control parts. For both full-circle and semi-circular models, we ensure the compatibility of replacement parts to streamline maintenance operations. This helps maintain the value and uptime of your facility over the long term.
Combining Japanese precision with Swiss innovation in elevator design.
We provide end-to-end solutions covering pre-sales, installation, and post-sales support.
Its safety has been certified through more than 20 years of specialized engineering.
Our industry-leading warranty keeps maintenance costs to a minimum.
A global brand's reputation instantly builds trust with clients.
Since the semicircular design features a wall structure on one side, it can be easily installed either indoors or outdoors, expanding the field of view while maintaining a sense of unity with the building. The full-circle model features an all-glass design, offering a 360° view, and is highly effective at attracting visitors to commercial facilities and observation decks. Our full-circle models excel in structural strength, airtightness, and weather resistance, ensuring stable operation even in areas prone to typhoons or heavy snowfall. We will provide recommendations tailored to your specific application, installation location, and design concept.
Yes, that is possible. We specialize in custom designs tailored to the dimensions and structural conditions of existing buildings, and we can install new external shafts and adjust the shape of glass panels. By incorporating seismic retrofitting and load-distribution designs, we can minimize the impact on the existing structure during construction. This allows us to complete installations quickly, even for renovation projects.
Designed for outdoor use, our sightseeing elevators feature tempered laminated glass, corrosion-resistant stainless steel, and UV-blocking coatings. This prevents rust and deterioration even in coastal areas and high-humidity regions, maintaining clarity and safety over the long term. In addition, the highly airtight cabin structure and weather-resistant sealing materials prevent the intrusion of rain, snow, and wind-blown dust.
Compliant with international standards and the architectural and elevator safety standards of various countries, these elevators come standard with light curtain sensors, emergency brakes, and earthquake-detection stop devices. All glass panels are made of safety laminated glass, which prevents shards from scattering even if broken. Furthermore, the wide field of view characteristic of fully circular elevators enhances users’ sense of psychological security.
