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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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6. Features

6.1 Dimensions

See figure 1 .

  • Tilt angle α

    This is the maximum angle, in relation to the horizontal, at which steps, trays or belts move.

    For escalators, it must not exceed 30˚. However, for gradients less than or equal to 6 m and if the speed does not exceed 0.50 m/s, the angle of inclination may be increased to 35˚.

    For moving walkways, it must not exceed 12˚. Manufacturers offer standard inclinations of 10, 11 and 12˚ for installations with trays and 0 to 6˚ for belt units.

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