Safety of hydraulic lifts (II)

In danger zones due to earthquakes, the hydraulic elevator it has proven to be the safest option. Due to the oscillating counterweights and the cabin being suspended from the top of the elevator pit, the electric elevator it is particularly vulnerable in a building subject to tremors compared to the hydraulic elevator, since the latter is practically installed on the foundation of the building.

As a result, the hydraulic lift is considered the safest lift on the market, both for passengers and operators, at all stages of its life. The following table provides a summary of this claim.

The current trend towards reducing energy consumption and the need for higher safety standards makes us think about both aspects before choosing an option. As an example, let's look at several Nordic European countries that require the use of lights in cars during the day for greater safety, even though this entails higher energy consumption.

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