Escalators are a useful way of getting from one floor to another. Nowadays, escalator manufacturers build and deliver them as complete units. The installation area's characteristics and the anticipated foot traffic are all that building owners really need to know.

Here are some things you may want to consider before getting an escalator.

Foot traffic

Knowing the estimated maximum foot traffic and passengers that would use the escalator at the busiest hour is important as it can affect the speed needed for the escalator. When the escalator is frequently used by elderly people or when the escalator runs in a downward direction, as passengers can feel nervous about getting on safely.

Energy consumption

Energy is a big factor nowadays, especially with the rising cost of electricity. Significant energy savings realized through efficient energy use are driving the trend toward becoming more environmentally friendly and sustainable. Some escalators can be built with fewer components and managed in a more energy-efficient manner.

Speed

Getting from one floor to the next at the fastest speed is ideal. However, it is important, especially for longer escalators, that there is a low level of vibration to ensure a steady and safe ride. Most escalator speeds are 0.5 m/s, so try to consider what is best for your building.

Design and aesthetics

Escalators can come with different aesthetics, from the steps to the balustrades. Steps are available in a variety of materials, including aluminum and steel, as well as a variety of finishes, including natural and powder coated. Handrails are another feature that is usually made of plastic or rubber; their color depends on the building’s look you are going for. Additionally, the type of LED lighting that can be added to the skirts, step gaps, and comb of the balustrade, as well as the inner and outer decking, could be determined.

Mitsubishi Electric Escalators

Mitsubishi Electric offers conventional and custom-made straight-line escalators, combining innovative engineering brought to you by the company that innovated the world’s only spiral escalators. Mitsubishi Electric aims not just to innovate in their engineering but also to ensure an efficient, reliable, and safe mode of getting from one floor to the next.