Elevators New

Question 1

What are the two types of elevators in service?

Answer 1

Electric or Traction

Mechanical, or Hydraulic

Question 2

What is the one feature common to both types of elevators?

Answer 2

Loos of electrical power will stall either, since they are both powered by electric motors.

Question 3

The electric elevator is found in use in buildings of all heights and is used exclusively above _______

Answer 3

6 or 7 floors.

Question 4

Other distinguishing features of the electric elevator are_____

Answer 4

hoistway cables and

the machine room,

which is usually located near the roof.

Question 5

Hydraulic elevators are not found in buildings over _______floors.

Answer 5

6 or 7 floors