When purchasing escalator handrails, if you, as a shopping mall manager, do you know how to order high-quality handrails, here I have compiled several key issues that you need to pay attention to to ensure that you choose the right product and improve customers’ comfort when the escalator move .
1.Material and quality: Make sure the handrail material you choose meets safety standards and is durable. Common materials include:
Rubber: The most commonly used material for handrails, rubber handrails are usually soft and have good grip, providing extra comfort and safety. The ordinary handrail colors are black&gray&red and blue .
Rubber Handrails
Polyurethane: Polyurethane is a wear-resistant, durable and elastic material commonly used in escalator handrails. It features bright colors that are pleasing to the eyes of those riding the escalator. But the wearresistance is not good at the handrail rubber.
SBR neoprene: Neoprene handrails have good wear resistance and durability, and are easy to clean, so they are also common in escalators.
SBR Neoprene Handrails
CSM polyethylene rubber: Handrails have good wear resistance and durability, and are easy to clean, so they are also common in escalators. The colors are bright and pleasing to the eyes of those riding the escalator.
CSM polyethylene rubber handrail
For the quality of handrails, it is best to choose a certified supplier to ensure that the product can withstand long-term use and constant friction from people.
2.Easy to clean and antibacterial properties:As a public place in a shopping mall, handrails may frequently come into contact with a large number of people. Therefore, choosing handrails that are easy to clean and antibacterial can help maintain hygiene and health.
3.Color and design:The color and design of the handrails should match the overall decoration and style of the mall, making it a part of the mall environment. At the same time, you can choose bright or high-contrast colors to improve visibility and warning effects.
4.The shape of the handrail: Most of the finished handrails are CLOSED,and a small part of the handrails are OPENED type. For example, Kone and Thyssen have a handrail. The joints of the OPENED type handrail need to be processed by on-site molds. Very professional person. Please confirm the size when purchasing.
5.Cross-sectional picture of the handrail: This is one of the most important factors when ordering a handrail. The supplier needs this size to confirm which type of handrail the customer needs. If you need to order handrails, please send us an email at AFLYGZ@GMAIL.COM and we will provide you with a blank drawing of the cross-sectional dimensions.
6.The length of the handrail: This is also one of the most important factors in ordering the handrail. It generally needs to be accurate to millimeters, and there are special measurement methods. If you need toorder handrails, please send us an email at AFLYGZ@GMAIL.COM and we will provide you with a professional method for measuring handrails.
7.Installation and maintenance: Find out if the supplier provides professional installation services to ensure that the handrails are installed correctly. Also, ask about the maintenance requirements of the product to find out whether it needs regular maintenance to keep it in good condition.
8.Comply with regulations and standards: Make sure the handrail you choose meets local and national safety standards. This helps avoid potential quality issues that could harm customers.
9.Replaceability: Find out if the handrail is easy to replace. Choosing an easy-to-replace design allows you to quickly and easily replace the handrail when needed, extending product life.
10. Price and supplier reputation: While price is an important factor
to consider, make sure you don’t sacrifice quality. Choose a supplier with a good reputation. You can learn about the supplier’s reputation through customer reviews, reference cases, etc.
Before purchasing handrails, it is recommended to communicate with multiple suppliers to obtain quotations and product information from different suppliers, and finally choose the best product that meets the mall’s needs and budget.
As a professional company with more than 20 years of experience in the elevator and escalator industry, we are not only experts in the field of elevator parts in China, but also a professional supplier in the supply of escalator parts. If you have any questions or orders about escalator parts, please feel free to contact us and we will provide you asap.
