杭州出手！7000台“高龄”电梯有望今年全部更新

Core Insights - The main bottleneck for the renovation of old elevators is the difficulty in raising funds [1] - The government has introduced long-term special bonds to support the renovation of old elevators, particularly those over 15 years old, with a focus on those over 20 years old [1][2] - Hangzhou has initiated a concentrated effort to update residential old elevators, with over 4,000 elevators already updated and a target of 7,000 for the year [1][2] Funding and Support Measures - Hangzhou has applied for long-term special bonds and will provide additional subsidies of up to 20,000 yuan per elevator for those that qualify for bond support [2] - For projects not covered by bond support, a plan has been established to provide a 30% subsidy for renovation costs from 2024 to 2027, with a maximum of 60,000 yuan per elevator [2][3] - The city has conducted a comprehensive assessment of old elevators to identify those eligible for bond support, ensuring funding for the renovation efforts [2] Project Implementation and Community Involvement - The Hangzhou government is actively supporting the renovation of elevators that are over 15 years old or have high failure rates, with a focus on community needs [3] - The local government is collaborating with community organizations to identify and prioritize elevators for renovation, ensuring a systematic approach to the project [3] - Community support and government subsidies are facilitating the completion of elevator renovation projects, with examples of successful updates in local neighborhoods [3][4] Market Response and Industry Impact - Elevator companies, such as Hangzhou Xieao Elevator Co., have seen a significant increase in orders, with a doubling of orders compared to the previous year, indicating a shift towards community and small-scale procurement [4] - The industry is adapting to new demands for flexible production and safe construction practices, with a reduced manufacturing and delivery time of six working days for new elevators [4]