Arrangement in the drive machinery of a travelator, method...

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2008-12-01

2010-06-08

Hess, Douglas A (Department: 3651)

Conveyors: power-driven

Conveyor or accessory therefor specialized to convey people

Moving hand-support structure

C198S330000, C198S336000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07731009

ABSTRACT:
An arrangement in drive machinery of a travelator, moving walkway, escalator or similar apparatus, includes at least a drive motor, at least one handrail with a handrail belt, a support element supporting the handrail and a drive belt connecting rotational movement of the drive motor to the support element. The support element comprises a supporting wheel, having a rim and adapted for use by the drive belt which is fitted to the rim of the support element.

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