Advanced Schindler R.I.S.E construction robot in Singapore to support Shaw Tower redevelopment

• Schindler Group's Schindler R.I.S.E, the world’s first Robotic Installation System for Elevators, is accelerating vertical construction projects globally.

• One of the five Schindler R.I.S.E robots was deployed for the redevelopment of Shaw Tower in downtown Singapore.

• Schindler R.I.S.E autonomously installs elevator components, reducing human involvement to a specialist operator, enhancing speed, precision, and safety.

• The robot's deployment aligns with Singapore's government initiatives to promote automation and digital processes in construction.

• Schindler R.I.S.E completed its task at Shaw Tower in June, contributing to the tower's scalable and sustainable workplace features.

• The technology is being closely monitored for its potential to revolutionize lift shaft construction in tall buildings worldwide.

Schindler Group’s world-first Robotic Installation System for Elevators (Schindler R.I.S.E) is speeding up vertical construction projects around the world. One of the company’s five construction robots was deployed on the striking new Shaw Tower taking shape in downtown Singapore.

Advertisement

Singapore’s buildings are growing taller, faster, and there’s a seemingly endless demand for speed and efficiency in the construction process. Alongside this, the Singapore government is challenging local construction companies to adopt more automated and digital processes through initiatives such as joint-announcement from the BCA and IMDA to encourage the adoption of robotics and automation.

One area that is ripe for gains in automation and robotics is the construction of lift shafts, a notoriously time-consuming process. And world-leading lift and escalator manufacturer Schindler has created the perfect solution: Schindler R.I.S.E, which arrived in Singapore in April to work on redevelopment of the iconic Shaw Tower located on Beach Road.

Schindler R.I.S.E is the world’s first self-climbing robot that is designed to maneuver itself along the building’s elevator shaft to install components. It is equipped with tools to drill holes and install anchor bolts with precision and speed.

Traditionally this part of the construction process is undertaken by construction professionals, but it’s hot, dusty and grueling work. With Schindler R.I.S.E, human involvement in this part of construction is limited to a specialist operator who monitors the robot’s movements via a remote-control panel. This not only speeds up work, but reduces the risks of errors, rework or accidents.

“Schindler has around 70,000 employees globally, and each day, two billion people travel in one of our elevators for an average of 30 seconds. Our commitment is to ensure the safety and well-being of every one of them. It is through pioneering innovations, such as Schindler R.I.S.E, that we fulfil this promise,” said Michael Li, Managing Director of Schindler Lifts Singapore.

Schindler R.I.S.E touched down in Singapore in April to support work at the new Shaw Tower and completed its task in June. This 200-metre, mixed-use tower will boost the ongoing rejuvenation of Singapore’s Downtown Core. With leading credentials, Shaw Tower features technology-enabled features for a scalable and sustainable workplace.

“We are thrilled that Schindler has deployed R.I.S.E. for Shaw Tower,” said Alfred Yeung, General Manager of building owner Shaw Towers Realty. “With its speed and accuracy, we achieved time savings and improved safety outcomes compared to conventional installation methods. This also aligns with our corporate philosophy to use technology for better and more efficient solutions – for the construction of the tower now and more importantly for building users of Shaw Tower in the future.”

Schindler R.I.S.E is the first construction robot of its kind and uses advanced automated technology to deliver the fastest elevator installation method seen to date. The robot can execute a series of previously manual steps with the ultimate precision and totally autonomously.

“Safety is our top priority, and the use of Schindler R.I.S.E. is an example of initiatives that we support to improve safety on projects like Shaw Tower—working safer and smarter,” said Ben Hobbins, Senior Construction Manager of Lendlease, which is managing the development, project management and construction, and operations of the building on behalf of Shaw Towers Realty.

There are currently five robots in existence, which traverse the world supporting new construction projects. The technology continues to feature great success on projects across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. It has the potential to change how building contractors approach the process of installing the lift shaft. And with the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitats marking Singapore in the top twenty tallest cities, the performance of Schindler R.I.S.E will be keenly monitored.