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Schindler Destination InterfaceElevator upgrade. No downtime.Schindler Modernization

Schindler Destination InterfaceStaying competitive, now and in the futureThe challengesDoes your building’s elevator system have any ofthese challenges?– Crowded or chaotic elevator lobbies– Long wait times for elevators– Confusing lobby layouts– Elevators in the same bank serving different floors– Security or access issues– Elevators isolated for specific passenger groups– Passengers with special needs.The solutionSchindler’s Destination Interface is a proventechnology used in buildings around the world.It quickly and easily converts your conventionalelevator controls to Schindler’s PORT Technologydestination dispatching.When you modernize your elevators withSchindler's Destination Interface, you are creatinga seamless link to destination-dispatch technology,which allows passengers to select their desiredfloor number before entering the elevator. Acomputer then groups those going to the sameor nearby floors and a PORT screen messagedirects them to a specific elevator car. By groupingpassengers with similar destinations, you canrealize a significant number of benefits.– Reduced number of elevator stops– Increased speed and reduced time to destination– Improved system efficiency and reducedenergy usage– Personalized elevator service for passengerswith special needs– Integrated access control– Individualized transportation.2Schindler Destination Interface

While work is in progress, people keep movingSchindler Destination InterfaceA Destination Interface modernization maybe the only step you need to take towardquickly improving a wide range of elevatorperformance requirements. Depending on theage and condition of your existing elevatorsystem, Schindler may be able to connect to theexisting control system, disconnect conventionaldispatching and activate destination dispatchingwithout the need to further modernize theelevator bank.Compatible with most brands of equipment,Schindler’s Destination Interface can, with the“flip of a switch,” enable your current system todeliver all the features, functions and benefitsof Schindler’s PORT Technology destinationdispatching.How destination dispatching worksIndividual passengers, whose destinations aretypically entered via a PORT device, are assignedto elevators that take them to their desired floor inthe most time-efficient manner. Special features,such as longer door-open times, audible and visualcues, are available for passengers with specialneeds.Identification media, such as RFID cards, can beused to pre-assign destinations or limit access tocertain zones of the building. In fact, all of thefeatures and functions of Schindler's powerfulPORT Technology are available through DestinationInterface.Again, in many situations, all these benefitsmay be attainable without the need for a fullmodernization. If your building has a good basicelevator system already in place, DestinationInterface is an effective solution to providingimproved performance and access control withminimal impact on your tenants’ time, and just asimportant these days your capital.A Schindler Destination Interface modernizationMachine roomSchindler's PORT Technology main controllerSchindler Destination Interfaceadded to existing elevator controllerLobby and intermediate floorsBuilding managementsystemLON busPORT wall-mounted devices (standard offering)Card readerElevator carsInside car door jambindicator connectedPORT pedestalExisting car operating panel coveredSchindler Destination Interface3

When you need to go a step furtherSchindler Phased ModernizationSome elevator systems may need more than justa dispatch change. For safety, reliability or evenaesthetic reasons, you may find yourself in needof a full modernization. Now you can accomplishthis with a phased approach using Schindler’spatented Destination Interface. You’ll get theimmediate benefits of Schindler's destinationdispatching improvements as the system isinstalled and interfaced with existing equipmentas the first step of a more comprehensive elevatormodernization.Phased Modernization eliminates the need to waitfor the entire bank of elevators to be modernizedto enjoy the benefits, features and functionsof Schindler's PORT Technology, including cardreader access and touch screens. The typicalinconveniences associated with having a car outof service for months to perform the requiredupgrade work are eliminated. In fact, your systemmay now handle more traffic with one car outof service and Schindler PORT Technology, thanit did previously with all cars in service. All madepossible by Schindler’s sophisticated destinationdispatch algorithms.Elevator performance comparison240Car 6completeElevator handling capacity (passengers/5min)220Schindler Destination Interface200180Schindler Phased Car 1completeModernizationCar 2completeCar 3completeCar 4completeCar 5completeCar 6complete160TraditionalModernizationMethods140Car 1completeCar 2completeCar 3completeCar 4completeCar 5complete120100036912 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 75 78 81 84 87 90number of weeks after start of projectDestination Interface immediately improvessystem efficiency without taking cars out ofservice. Phased Modernization provides thesame immediate improvement. However,Phased Modernization systems with one carout of service can perform at higher efficiencylevels than conventional systems with all carsfully operational.Schindler Destination Interface4

Advanced technology for improved mobilityA Schindler Destination Interface elevatormodernization brings you all the benefits ofdestination-dispatch technology, with immediateresults and minimal downtime, at a cost that canhelp you stay competitive in today's buildingmarket. The benefits of PORT Technology are many.Saves energyMore efficient traffic handling means fewer stopsand starts, reducing energy demand.Adapts to existing equipmentSchindler Destination Interface links with mostexisting elevator controllers. It’s a high-value, lowcost solution for upgrading elevator performance.Increases traffic handling capacitySchindler Destination Interface can increase systemefficiency by up to 50% while reducing waitingtimes and improving service.Improves access controlSchindler Destination Interface uses patented RFIDaccess technology to validate passenger accessrights and provide individualized service. It canalso interface with your security provider.Offers special operating modesSchindler Destination Interface provides the abilityto designate special cars for exclusive conciergeuse with express travel. It also will provide forpersons with special needs to meet or exceedthe requirements of the Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA).The next stepTo learn how your elevator system could benefitfrom a Schindler Destination Interface or a PhasedModernization, simply contact your Schindlerrepresentative.Schindler Destination Interface5

Green mattersKeeping the environment in mindSchindler is committed to helping you reduce theenvironmental footprint of your buildings andqualify for LEED certification by incorporatingsustainable green features into our elevator andescalator systems. Improving the environmentalimpact of our products and processes, particularlyour consumption of energy and materials, isfundamental to our corporate responsibility asan industry leader. The PORT Technology is aprime example of our continuing commitment toimprove mobility while preserving resources.Canada Headquarters. Toronto, OntarioTel. 416.332.8280www.ca.schindler.comSchindler is a member organization of theU.S. Green Building Council.Schindler has received renewal to ISO 14001:2004and ISO 9001:2008 certificates.Schindler prints with vegetable-based ink onpaper containing post-consumer waste fiber.F1210U.S. Headquarters. Morristown, New JerseyToll-Free 877.696.8382www.us.schindler.comSchindler Holding has been named as one of the100 most innovative companies in the world by theleading American business magazine, Forbes.SAN-6016bFor further information, including location ofthe Schindler office nearest you, please contact: Schindler Elevator CorporationLEED is a registered trademark of the U.S. Green Building Council.

Schindler's Destination Interface is a proven technology used in buildings around the world. It quickly and easily converts your conventional elevator controls to Schindler's PORT Technology destination dispatching. When you modernize your elevators with Schindler's Destination Interface, you are creating