Description
Escalator Brakes and Elevator Brakes
Kor-Pak offers robust and safe brake packages for lift applications including Escalator Brakes and Elevator
Supplying Elevator and Escalator Brakes is part of Kor-Pak’s braking repertoire
Brakes. In certain circumstances, particularly with freight elevators, it is desirable to hold the car in position by clamping the rails. Excessive rope stretch and the resulting tripping risk (any loading problems associated with the creation of a step between car and landing) are eliminated by positioning the brakes on opposing corners of the car to prevent it from twisting in the shaft to establish a balanced load with symmetrical braking torque.
Kor-Pak provides spring-set (fail-safe) caliper brakes that can be either hydraulically, pneumatically, or mechanically actuated. Single or multiple units may be used, according to local lift directives, and the braking force may be adjusted to meet the exact torque requirements of the machine. Brake arrangements using pneumatic, hydraulic or mechanical means of actuation are available, and subsequent development work will soon result in the launch of spring-applied, electromagnetically released actuators to suit other brake calipers.
Kor-Pak Can Help with your Elevator and Escalator Braking Needs
Kor-Pak Corporation can assist you with brake selection assistance including design and engineering. Kor-Pak provides excellent customer service and will go to any length to insure that your braking needs are met in an efficient, cost-effective, and, most importantly, safe manner to keep your equipment running at optimal capacity.
