Many buildings have multiple floors above the ground and one or two floors below the ground. That’s why it’s not just important but necessary to have good and efficient ways to move around inside the building. These systems should have a mix of manual and automatic operations.
Vertical Transport System
Stairs – These are the most common and important way for people and things to move up and down in a building. They are mandatory because they serve as an escape route during a fire. If there is a power failure and the lifts don’t work, stairs become the only option for going up or down. To ensure safety, stairs should be made fireproof so that people can safely use them to reach upper or lower floors. It’s also a good idea to have handrails and steps that are not slippery for safety reasons.
Elevator – You can choose between cable elevators, which are fast, smooth, and quiet. Also, opt for hydraulic elevators, which are powered by a piston inside a cylinder. An electric motor pushes hydraulic oil into the cylinder to move the piston, lifting the elevator smoothly. They are used when there are fewer floors to go up and down.
Escalators – These can be used to move a lot of people quickly. These stairs move up and down on tracks, staying flat for people to step on. Most escalators also have a handrail that moves along with the steps. The direction of movement, whether up or down, can be set permanently or controlled by operators based on the needs.
Gravity Chutes – It move dirty laundry, garbage, and waste from various floors to a collection point, typically on the ground floor. This system is efficient because it requires minimal power to operate. Gravity chutes help save workers’ effort and time, making them more productive.
