In 1854, Elisha Otis pulled off one of history's greatest marketing moves, performing a theatrical, public demonstration to prove his elevator safety device worked. This innovation would go on to ...

On Sept. 20, 1853, Elisha Graves Otis sold his first “hoist machine,” or elevator, featuring an automatic safety brake he had patented.

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Farmington manufacturer Otis Elevator Co. celebrated its 160th anniversary on Wednesday by showcasing some new products designed to decrease building energy usage.

Elevators that have been transformed since Elisha Otis invented the safety brake in 1853 are going through another wave of change as office workers and apartment dwellers face new demands brought ...

Revenue – $13,110 million Number of Employees – 69000 American giant Otis, is a well-known name worldwide. We are sure you spot this name when stepping into an elevator more often than not.