Safety is a major consideration in Elevator Factory design. The floor opening may be protected against fire by the addition of automatic sprinklers or fireproof shutters. The escalator may also be situated in an enclosed fire-protected hall. To prevent... moreSafety is a major consideration in Elevator Factory design. The floor opening may be protected against fire by the addition of automatic sprinklers or fireproof shutters. The escalator may also be situated in an enclosed fire-protected hall. To prevent overheating of the motor and gears, proper ventilation should be provided.
If the escalator is the primary means of transportation between floors, a traditional staircase can be located near it. An elevator near an escalator is also ideal for accommodating wheelchairs and people with disabilities.
Two types of companies supply escalators. Primary Elevator Manufacturer build the equipment, while secondary suppliers design and install the equipment. In most cases, the secondary suppliers receive the equipment from the manufacturer and make the necessary changes.
1 The first stage of escalator construction is to establish the design, as described above. The manufacturer uses this design information to construct the customized equipment. The tracks, step... less