Elevator counterweight signaling system
US11104544B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66B7/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An elevator counterweight signaling system is provided. The elevator counterweight signaling system includes an actuation assembly configured for contact with an elevator counterweight guide rail. A signaling assembly is configured for electrical communication with the actuation assembly and one or more electrical connectors is configured to electrically connect the actuation assembly with the signaling assembly. The signaling assembly is configured to provide visual and/or audio indications of a moving elevator counterweight assembly.
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