Why Alimak
Technology leadership that lifts every project higher
For more than 75 years, Alimak has set the benchmark for vertical access, delivering unmatched safety, uptime and productivity in construction and demanding industrial environments worldwide. From the world’s first rack-and-pinion construction hoist to advanced traction elevators, our solutions are engineered to perform where others can’t. What sets Alimak apart is our ability to innovate.
Alimak operates R&D centres where we design, develop and validate our own hardware and systems. By developing key technologies in-house, we maintain control over performance, safety, quality and long‑term reliability.
We develop and manufacture many of our own critical components, including:
This approach ensures seamless integration, faster innovation cycles and solutions engineered for real‑world conditions without relying on third‑party components.
Alimak pioneered rack-and-pinion-driven vertical access and continues to lead the field. Our robust, shaft-less and machine-room-less solutions excel in constrained, harsh and high-duty environments. Today Alimak machines support critical operations across industries around the globe.
When traditional elevator architecture is preferred, Alimak traction systems deliver smooth, quiet operation while meeting strict safety and performance requirements in tough industrial conditions.
Our proprietary ALC (Alimak Lift Control) system is the brain behind Alimak performance. ALC enables advanced traffic management, group control, diagnostics and precise positioning reducing waiting times and keeping people and materials moving efficiently.
On Alimak Scando construction hoists, group control for up to six cars automatically assigns the closest car, improving logistics, productivity and site safety. We continue to develop new versions of the control system to meet future needs.
With My Alimak, our web-based customer portal, customers gain full visibility and control of their equipment. The platform provides real-time status, utilization data, alerts, documentation, parts identification, training access, BIM files and engineering tools such as AliCalc.
Built on secure connectivity to ALC, My Alimak turns operational data into actionable insights helping users maximize uptime and plan proactively all based on our long experience of developing necessary hardware.
Technology leadership extends beyond product design. Alimak continuously develops its production methods to ensure high and consistent quality, shorter lead times and scalable manufacturing.
For you, this means:
Our manufacturing know-how ensures that innovation delivers tangible value on site.
Alimak engineering focuses on reducing weight without compromising strength, simplifying installation and improving energy efficiency. Modular designs, optimized masts, advanced drives and precise control systems result in smoother operation, accurate levelling and reduced wear, benefits that are experienced every day in operation.
To stay at the forefront of technology, Alimak collaborates closely with universities, research institutions, customers and industry partners. These partnerships accelerate innovation, strengthen competence and enable Alimak to lead the development of safer, smarter and more connected vertical access solutions.
From the world’s first rack-and-pinion mast climber to today’s connected vertical access systems, Alimak continues to deliver technology that makes projects safer and more productive. From high-rise landmarks to bridges, tunnels, ports, power plants, silos and chimneys.
Alimak temporary vertical access solutions enhance safety and sustainability and drive overall productivity across the construction industry.
Alimak offers a broad product portfolio of both rack-and-pinion and traction elevators to suit a range of industrial applications.