The Otis Elevator Company is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry. Founded in 1853, it is the world's largest manufacturer of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. Otis has installed more than 2 million elevators and escalators around the world, and its products are used in some of the world's most iconic buildings. The company is headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut, and has operations in more than 200 countries.