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Article | REF: C3726 V3

Movement of Persons - Escalators and Moving Sidewalks

Authors: François CHEREAU, Michel CHALAUX

Publication date: July 10, 2020

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2. Choosing the right escalator

Choosing an escalator is a matter for the specialist.

  • Criteria

    Numerous criteria come into play. They depend on architectural constraints, the size of the difference in height, the transport capacity to be provided and also aesthetic criteria.

    • Step 1 — The prescription

      The criteria for choosing an escalator or moving walkway are :

      • type of operation (what service is to be provided) ;

      • transport capacity (flow of people to be transported and its frequency) ;

      • environment (indoor or outdoor location, weather conditions) ;

      • life expectancy.

      Device technology (characteristics) to...

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