Before and after
Upgrades that change how a space feels
Modernisation is not only controllers and drives. Refreshed plumbing, ventilation, lighting and finishes bring older spaces back to a standard occupants notice immediately.
What we do
Modernisation services
Elevator controller and drive upgrades
Replace outdated relay-based controllers with modern microprocessor systems. Improve ride quality, door timing, floor levelling, and energy consumption without replacing the entire lift.
Cabin and door operator modernisation
Upgrade cabin interiors, lighting, ventilation, and door operators to improve passenger experience and meet current safety standards. New door operators reduce entrapment risk and improve reliability.
Safety system upgrades
Bring older lifts into compliance with current safety standards. Upgrade overspeed governors, buffer systems, emergency lighting, intercom systems, and rescue operations capability.
HVAC efficiency upgrades
Replace ageing compressors, upgrade controls, install VFDs, and improve system sizing. Reduce energy costs and extend equipment life without full system replacement.
Condition assessment
Not sure whether your equipment needs modernisation or replacement? We carry out detailed assessments with clear recommendations and cost comparisons so you can make an informed decision.
Compliance-driven modernisation
Lagos enforcement has forced many buildings to upgrade their lifts to meet certification requirements. We handle the full process: assessment, specification, execution, testing, and certification support.
Before and after
The same floor plate, two very different buildings
A live modernisation on an occupied Lagos office floor: cassette units, pipework and controls replaced above an exposed grid, then handed back as a finished, conditioned workspace. Same shell, current-standard performance.
Before
AfterLift modernisation
New doors, new car operating panels, same shaft
Most lifts do not need replacing to look and feel new. We refinish entrances and swap car operating panels to a finish that matches the building — while the controller, drive and safety gear are brought up to standard behind them.
Landing door and entrance finishes
Refinished frames, architraves and door panels in three standard finishes, fitted to the existing structure.
Car operating panels
Illuminated push buttons, braille, overload and emergency call features replaced as part of the control upgrade.
Buildings we serve
How modernisation works
Condition assessment
Detailed inspection and performance evaluation
Options and costing
Modernise versus replace analysis, scope definition, pricing
Execution
Phased implementation, minimal disruption to operations
Testing and certification
Performance verification, compliance documentation
Our partners
Brands we work with
Non-proprietary modernisation
We modernise elevator and HVAC systems regardless of original manufacturer. If your building has old equipment from any brand, we can assess it and propose upgrade options without locking you into a single OEM.
CANNY and FUJI upgrade paths
For buildings considering a full equipment change during modernisation, we offer CANNY and FUJI systems as replacement options with full installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance support.
Modernisation challenges we solve
Equipment too old to maintain properly but too expensive to fully replace
Modernisation bridges this gap. Upgrading controllers, drives, and safety systems can extend equipment life by 10 to 15 years at 30 to 50% of full replacement cost, with far less building disruption.
Lagos certification requirements for older lifts
Mandatory elevator certification in Lagos means older lifts that cannot pass inspection need modernisation. We handle the full cycle: assessment, upgrade, testing, and certification support.
High energy costs from inefficient HVAC systems
Older HVAC systems run harder, break more, and waste energy. Targeted upgrades to compressors, controls, and system sizing reduce operating costs and improve tenant comfort.
The result
Current standards, without a full rebuild
We upgrade what limits performance and keep what still works. Less disruption, lower cost than replacement, and a space that meets present-day expectations.
