Lifts, Escalators & Moving Walkways

About this guide

An illustrated guide to the vertical and horizontal transportation systems used in modern buildings and public infrastructure. It explains the fundamentals, specifications, applications, configurations, components, operation and safety systems of escalators, travelators and elevators — theoretical passenger capacity, heavy- and light-duty escalators, terminology, safety devices and passenger guidance. The elevator section covers selection criteria, traction systems, hoisting machines, counterweights, guide rails, pit equipment, V3F drives, car operating panels, doors and emergency systems, including ARD, fireman’s lift functions, attendant operation and lift licensing.