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Elevator safety device

US9975733B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 26, 2015
Grant dateMay 22, 2018
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Expiry dateMay 13, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66B5/18
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

One or more hydraulically-powered braking assemblies mounted on the cross-rail or safety plank of a traction-type or hydraulic-type elevator car, and designed to selectively brake on a guide rail of the elevator car upon detection of a safety condition.

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