Company Research Report: CEDES



Company Overview



Name: CEDES

Mission: Inspiring progress in the flow of people and goods through advancements that matter.

Founded: 1986 by No information is available

Key People:
  • Patrick Bass - Chief Executive Officer

  • Pascal-Olivier Haussmann - Chief Financial Officer

  • Rudolf Jörg - Chief Operating Officer

  • Sascha Frömming - Chief Technology Officer

  • Jan Giger - President, Business Unit Elevator & Escalator / President, APAC

  • Bernd Kagerer - President, Business Unit Entrance Automation

  • Daan Smans - President IoT Business Development

  • Alexander Lenherr - Chief Digital Officer

  • Steven Freedman - Chief Revenue Officer / President, Americas

  • Andreas Hunziker - President EMEA Sales / Order Processes

  • Reto Maron - Head of Human Resources

  • Christian-Erik Thöny - President of the Board, Member of the Advisory Board and Consultant for special projects


Headquarters: Science Park, Landquart, Switzerland

Number of Employees: Approximately 400 people worldwide

Revenue: No information is available

What is the company known for:
CEDES is known for developing innovative solutions in safety and information systems, automation, monitoring, industrial computers, and controls, particularly in the field of optical sensors utilizing active infrared technology and image processing.

Products



1. CEDES Elevate


  • Description: A cloud-based IoT platform that enables smart elevator management.

  • Key Features:

  • Continuously monitors data from cegard/Smart sensors.

  • Detects door malfunctions and evaluates door performance.

  • Generates alerts 24/7 and provides data visualization with dashboards.

  • Enables data-driven maintenance and near-real-time status updates.


2. cegard/Smart IoT-ENABLING LIGHT CURTAIN


  • Description: Installed on cab doors to provide superior door safeguarding and optimize elevator door diagnostics.

  • Key Features:

  • Multiple criss-cross beams for reliable detection.

  • Remains active up to complete door closure.

  • Meets various safety standards including ASME A17.1-2016 / CSA B44-16.

  • Easy installation.

  • Available in both EU and US versions.


3. EComgard


  • Description: An all-in-one elevator solution for 3D door safeguarding, emergency calls, and IoT.

  • Key Features:

  • Integrates functions of an LTE router, backup power supply, converter (2-wire to IP), and a switch.

  • Enhances multimedia emergency communications.

  • Provides real-time monitoring and data collection for door and elevator performance.

  • Complies with the U.S. Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1-2019).


4. APS (Absolute Positioning System)


  • Description: A contactless absolute positioning system for elevators.

  • Key Features:

  • Supports speeds up to 20 m/s and distances up to 1,500 m.

  • SIL 3 rated for safety-relevant functions.


5. iDiscovery


  • Description: A safety supervisor unit compliant with SIL 3 and EN 81-20/50.

  • Key Features:

  • Works with the APS to take over safety-relevant functions of the elevator.


6. GridScan/Pro


  • Description: A highly reliable SIL 2-certified safety light curtain for industrial doors.

  • Key Features:

  • EC type examination certified.

  • Multi-output design and changeable operating modes.


7. TOF 3D Sensors (CabSafe™, TOF/Start, TOFniva)


  • Description: Sensors that provide advanced monitoring and safety features for elevators and doors.

  • Key Features (CabSafe™):

  • Combination of a 2D light curtain and a 3D TOF sensor.

  • Complies with ANSI A17.1-2019 / CSA B44-19 standards.


Recent Developments



EComgard: A Fully Integrated Communication Hub for Data and Voice (07/29/2024)
  • Description: Enhances elevator safety and operational efficiency. Integrates 3D door safeguarding, emergency calls, and IoT functionalities.


New Features of CEDES Elevate Hardware (07/15/2024)
  • Description: Now supports elevator cabins with two doors and is certified to the latest A17 standard. New 3D entrance area monitoring capabilities.


People Flow Webinar (06/18/2024)
  • Description: The webinar focused on implementing people counting, special object recognition, and complete traffic flow analysis with standard CEDES light curtains.


Other Recent Developments:
  • Yasin Bayrakli appointed as Key Account Manager Elevator & Escalator. (06/05/2024)

  • CEDES Insights: Digital Products. (06/04/2024)

  • Relayr's Elevate partnership integration. (04/15/2024)

  • CEDES Insights: Production & Processes. (04/03/2024)

  • Elevator Forum 2024. (03/13/2024)


Quality and innovation continue to drive CEDES as they roll out new solutions and features for improving elevator and escalator safety, and efficiency across various industrial applications.