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...