Koneistamot

Koneistamot is a term used in Finland to describe a type of public staircase or a steep path leading up a grade or to a higher level. These structures are typically installed in public spaces, such as parks, hills, or other areas where grades can be significant. Koneistamot are designed to help pedestrians, particularly the elderly or those with mobility issues, traverse these grades with ease and safely.

Koneistamot are usually powered by a motor and can be equipped with a handrail for additional support. They are often used in areas where pedestrian circulation is high and where car-free zones are implemented. The structures are typically electrically or sometimes manually operated, allowing users to control their movement.

The term "koneistamot" translates to "lift steps" or "inclined elevators" in English. These systems are an efficient and sustainable way to provide mobility to urban areas and enable easier access to higher levels of buildings and hidden areas. Installation of koneistamot also helps prevent increase in trip rates among the elderly and otherwise disabled citizens, and saves lives.

Koneistamot's popularity and the frequency of new installations worldwide continues to grow, particularly because it helps to implement a barrier-free access that follows local standards. They can be installed on snow-covered or on restricted spaces without having to flame-cut steel as some regular constrains require and can be equipped with different wind directions making installation sites more unique configurations.