BUILDING SERVICES TWO (BLD60503)

VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION

SYSTEM

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)

Escalators

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

Excellent means of moving large numbers of people from one level to another level, smoothly and quicklyAdvantage over normal elevator

Use is continuous, with passengers able to alight and exit without waiting

Save space Reduce peak loads on lifts Direction can be reversed Can still be used when stationery

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

Application Sport complex Department stores Exhibition halls Travel terminals

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

Capacity Typical speed - 0.45 m/s to 0.6 m/s Step widths – 600mm and 1.2m

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalatorshttp://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/engines-equipment/escalator1.htm

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BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Escalators

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BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)EscalatorsInstallation factory assembled as complete units, or erected on site from componentsComplete units easily installed if hoisting and access is sufficient

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)EscalatorsFire control methods:Can be installed in a fire protected hall with entry via fire doorsWater sprinklers from a central system can be used to provide a continuous curtain of water in escalator well.Fire proof shutters

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)EscalatorsFire control methods:

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)EscalatorsArrangement:

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)TravelatorsIntended for horizontal transportationMoving surface – reinforced rubber belt or a series of linked steel plates on rollersSpeed – 0.6 to 1.33 m/s Width – 600mm to 1.5mSafety equipment – stop-push switches at both end and electro-mechanical brake on driving mechanismWidely used in airport terminal, rail stations and shopping malls

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Travelators

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)TravelatorsHorizontal & Inclined

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503)Travelators

BUILDING | SERVICES | TWO (BLD60503/QSB2714)Vertical Transportation System

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