What is an elevator guide shoe?
Guide shoe – also known as sliding block or guide block – is an important component in the elevator motion control system. The main task of this device is to guide the cabin and counterweight to move vertically, thereby ensuring a stable journey, minimizing shaking, and enhancing smoothness during operation.
At Thuan Anh Elevator Components, customers can easily find a variety of popular shoe models such as T70-1A, T82/A, T50/A, T114, T78, T89..., fully meeting practical installation needs.
Why should you choose quality guide shoes?
Even though it is just a small technical detail, the guide shoes play a crucial role in the safe and smooth operation of the elevator. Here are some outstanding reasons:
Reasonable cost: Product codes such as T70-1A, T82/A, T50/A… are reasonably priced, suitable for both residential and commercial projects.
Sustainable construction: The shoe sole is made from heat-resistant and rust-resistant steel. The sliding part uses high-grade engineering plastics such as PP or PE, providing good abrasion resistance and heat resistance, while also being non-flammable.
Smooth operation: The elevator cabin will move gently, minimizing noise even under heavy loads.
Quick installation – easy maintenance: Simple structure makes installation easy, and just periodic oiling is needed to maintain long-term performance.
High durability – stable operation: Shoes have a long lifespan, minimizing the need for replacements and any maintenance costs incurred.
Position of the guide shoe on the elevator cabin
Typically, each cabin is equipped with 4 guide shoes, evenly distributed at the 4 corners and symmetrically, making direct contact with the guide rail. This arrangement helps balance the weight and ensures the ascent and descent process is always smooth and precise.
However, to achieve the highest efficiency, choosing the shoe with the correct rail size and elevator configuration is mandatory. When the shoe and rail are synchronized, the entire system will operate smoothly, with fewer breakdowns and extended component lifespan.
For example, shoe T78 needs to be used with rail T78, shoe T89 corresponds to rail T89... This compatibility is the key factor determining long-term stability and maintenance costs.