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Article 11- The History of the Escalator
How the escalator was invented In this article, we intend to explain how the escalator was invented and how it evolved into the modern escalator. The first use of escalators One of the earliest uses of escalators was during the construction of the great pyramids of Giza in ancient Egypt. A rudimentary track consisting of tree trunks was […]
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Article 12- Necessary Information to Order an Escalator
What to know for ordering an escalator? Before ordering an escalator, we should have some information about the installation environment, passenger traffic, and other related information in the case of the dimensions and sizes which are related to the building. Installation Environment Based on the installation environment, escalators are divided into the following categories, each of which […]
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Article 13- Different Types of Escalator Balustrade
Balustrade Types for Escalators and Moving Walks In this article, we intend to explain different types of escalator balustrades which can be useful and practical. Escalators and moving walks Balustrades are divided into two categories: Slim Balustrade Slim-based profile balustrade is made of a 10-millimeter thick tempered glass with a height of 90 centimeters. The slim balustrade’s glass […]
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Article 14- Escalator Balustrade Dimensions and Safety Requirements
Balustrade Dimensions of Escalator and Moving Walks The balustrade is a safeguard on two sides of the escalator which provides passengers safety and supports the handrail. The vertical height of the balustrade from the step nose or pallet surface to the top handrail, on the incline, must be between 0.90 and 1.10 meters. Moreover, sitting on and climbing the […]
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Article 15- Escalator Balustrade Safety Devices
Safety Devices to Provide Balustrade Safety for Passengers In this article, we intend to introduce the balustrade safety devices which are useful to improve passengers safety while using an escalator or moving walk. For this purpose there are four devices that are useful for passenger safety as below: Escalator Anti-Climbing Device To ensure prevention of […]
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Article 16- Escalators and Moving Walks Types Based on the Installation Environment
Escalator and Moving Walk Types Installation Environment There are different types of escalators and moving walks designed based on their installation environment. In this article, we intend to introduce their main categories and explain their differences in detail. Escalators and moving walks are divided into three main categories based on their area of installation as below: 1. […]
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Article 17- Escalator Supporting Structure (Truss)
Escalator Truss In this article, we intend to describe the escalator truss and its requirements according to EN 115-1:2017 in detail. The escalator has structural support which is called “Escalator Truss” where all the machinery is located and installed on. The escalator truss is divided into three main sections: Upper section, inclined section, and Lower […]
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Article 18- Escalator Covering Requirements
Requirements to Consider for Escalator Covering In this article, we intend to explain the escalator covering and their standard safety requirements and limitations in detail which must be considered by the manufacturers and project owners to eliminate the potential hazards and lead to a better appearance of the escalators. Escalator coverings are essential components for escalators and […]
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Article 19 -Escalator Floor Plate Requirements
Requirements of Escalator Floor Plate In this article, we intend to explain the escalator and moving walk floor plate and their standard safety requirements in detail which must be considered by the manufacturers to eliminate the potential hazards and lead to more safety of the escalators and moving walk. The platform surface of the escalator and moving […]
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Article 20 -Escalator Step and Moving Walk Pallet Requirements and Dimensions
Standard Requirements of Escalator Step and Moving Walk Pallet The escalator step or moving walk pallet is a part that the passengers stand on. An escalator step is composed of a horizontal plate called “Step Tread Surface” and a vertical curved plate called “Step Riser” which creates a stair shape. A moving walk pallet is […]
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