The SunKid SWISSCORD is "always making connections".

The SunKid SWISSCORD is a small ski lift which contributes tremendously to efficiency and logistics in a ski resort. The SunKid SWISSCORD is employed as a beginners' practice lift, a connector lift, a supplies lift, and as a return lift. It features an adjustable height setting, vertical, overhead routing of the return cable, and a "support-free" total length of up to 984 feet (300m).

: Ordino-Arcalis (Andorra): 3 SWISSCORDs in a row, with a combined length of 360 meters, return passengers from the slopes to the base of the lift. (above and below) ©SunKid

Despite the best efforts of lift operators and ski resort managers, it is not always possible to bring the joy of unencumbered skiing to all skiers using only "classic" lift solutions. Common problems include slopes that don't end right at the entrance to the nearest lift, the need for a connection to a newly opened descent off a summit plateau, or increased distance to the lift entrance due to expansion of a parking lot. Particularly in ski resorts where a well-developed terrain means major lifts which are spread out, gaps often arise between areas. And that's where the SunKid SWISSCORD shines.

: The efficient, simplified construction of the SWISSCORD allows for easy height adjustment of the cable to compensate for different passengers and snow conditions.

: Brixen im Thale (A): The SWISSCORD SOLAR-powered(!) lift in action as a connector lift at the base of the slopes. ©SunKid

With the return cable routed vertically overhead, the lift can be reached from both sides, and can extend up to 984 feet (300m) without any additional support structures. With this design, slopes descending on both sides of a valley can be connected by the lift. Also, flat "cat track" sections gain some more respect from skiers with the help of the SunKid SWISSCORD. The ATLAS plastic cable is equipped with rubber grips to make even longer stretches easy to cross without fatigue. The drive station and return station assemblies are built in mostly enclosed boxes which can be raised and lowered on a vertical square tube up to 2.8 meters. This allows the SWISSCORD to be custom-tailored to the height of passengers (children or adults) or to the height of the snow surface. For lift operators, the adjustable height means that grooming machines can drive right under the cable to prepare the slope in just a few minutes.

Specifications of the SunKid SwissCord:

: Hasliberg (CH): The SWISSCORD used as a beginners' lift; the return cable running above the passengers' heads is easy to recognize (all pictures ©SunKid)

Motorized height adjustment of both stations up to 9 feet (2.8m):
     - adjustment for specific passenger groups (children or adults)
     - adjustment for snow depth
     - easy grooming of the slope
Length: up to 984 feet (300m)
Incline: max. 15%
Speed: approx 4” – 6ft/s (0.1 m - 2.0 m/sec.), variable
Drive power: 5.5 - 11 KW depending on length
Theor. capacity: up to 720 passengers/hour
Access from both sides is possible
Electronic speed adjustment by means of frequency inverter
Portable, plug-and-play control unit
Base protection boot for the drive and return stations
Complies with EU Directive 2000/9/CE on cableways
ATLAS plastic cable with rubber grips
Installation on foundation pads
Permitting without dedicated supervisory staff