MOVING WALKWAYS

A moving walkway sometimes called Travelator, Horizontal

Escalator is a slow moving conveyor mechanism that transports
people, across a horizontal or inclined plane, over a short to
medium distance. Moving walkways can be used by standing or
walking on them. They are often installed in pairs, one for each
direction.

A B

A Up to 15 degrees inclination
“Inclined” ” Moving Walkways.

B Zero degrees inclination

“Horizontal” Moving Walkways.
 LEGENDS
1.Truss.
2.Tracks.
3.Drive motor.
4.Gear box.
5.Service track.
6.Handrail drive wheels.
7.Pallet chain sprockets.
8.Pallets.
9.Pallets chain.
10.Handrail.
11.Lower reversing station.
12.Balustrade panels.
13.Decks.
14.Newel ends.
15.Skirts.
16.Access cover.
17.Comb plates.
18.Front plates.
19.Controller.
 Uses in Different Area
Moving walkways and escalators find diverse applications in various settings, transforming the way people move within
spaces:
•Airports: Moving walkways streamline passenger movement across expansive terminals, reducing travel time and fatigue.
•Shopping Malls: Escalators enhance the shopping experience by making it convenient for shoppers to access different
levels of stores.
•Public Transportation Hubs: Escalators efficiently connect platforms in train stations and subway systems, simplifying
transfers for commuters.

LIMITATIONS
While moving walkways and escalators offer numerous benefits,
they also come with certain limitations that need to be
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acknowledged:
•Maintenance Costs and Downtime: These systems require
regular maintenance to ensure smooth operation, which can incur
costs and occasionally lead to temporary shutdowns.
•Energy Consumption: Moving walkways and escalators Moving
consume electricity to operate, contributing to energy usage in Belt Moving
facilities. Walkway
•Limited Transport Capacity: Compared to traditional elevators,
these systems may have a lower transport capacity, especially
during peak hours.