Wittur Group is a major global company specializing in elevators and elevator components. Founded in 1968 in Germany, it has grown into one of the world’s leading independent manufacturers and suppliers of components, modules, and systems for the elevator industry.
🌍 Global Presence
- Headquarters: Sulzemoos-Wiedenzhausen, near Munich, Germany.
- Operates in more than 50 countries with multiple production plants and R&D centers worldwide.
- Products are supplied to major international elevator brands and used in a wide range of buildings—from residential and commercial to hospitals and public infrastructure.
🛠️ What Does Wittur Make?
Wittur doesn’t just make full elevators; it’s particularly known for its elevator components and systems, including:
- Elevator doors (both car and landing doors) with various finishes and custom options.
- Lift machines including gearless drives.
- Safety devices such as speed governors and safety gears.
- Car cabins and slings (structures that hold the elevator car).
- Shaft accessories and complete elevator systems for new installations or upgrades.
🔬 Technology & Innovation
Wittur invests in research and development, with specialized centers focused on different product areas (e.g., doors in Italy and China, drives in Germany).
They have applied for hundreds of international patents and continuously refine products for safety, reliability, and performance.
📈 Business Focus
- Component specialist: Wittur mainly supplies parts and systems to elevator manufacturers, rather than installing or maintaining elevators themselves.
- Modernization & spare parts: They also support modernization projects and provide spare components for existing elevators.
🔧 Innovative Features
- Wittur develops smart tools and platforms, such as ElevatorSense®, for monitoring performance, assisting installation, and improving maintenance workflows using data and diagnostics.
- Their doors and components are engineered for quick operation, enhanced safety, and long-term durability—meeting international safety standards like EN 81.