What is a guide shoe?
Guide shoe – also known as a sliding block – is an essential component in the operation system of an elevator. This device serves the function of guiding the counterweight and cabin, helping to make the vertical movement process smooth, minimizing shaking, and ensuring stability throughout the journey.
Currently, guide shoe models such as T70-1A, T82/A, T50/A, T114, T78, T89 are being officially distributed at Linh Kiện Thang Máy Thuận Anh.
The highlights of elevator guide shoes
The guide shoe is not just a minor detail but also a factor that directly affects the performance and smoothness of the entire system. Here are some outstanding advantages:
Reasonable cost: Popular models like T70-1A, T82/A, T50/A... all have competitive prices in the market.
Durable construction: The base is made from steel with excellent corrosion resistance and heat resistance. Meanwhile, the sliding pads are made from high-quality engineering plastics such as PP or PE, which have superior hardness, abrasion resistance, and effective fire resistance.
Smooth operation: The cabin moves gently, without causing any annoying noise, regardless of the load size.
Easy to install and maintain: The assembly is simple, making it convenient to lubricate or oil during regular maintenance.
High lifespan, stable performance: The guide shoe achieves remarkable durability, allowing the system to operate smoothly for a long time without frequent replacements.
Installation location Guide shoes in the elevator
Usually, each cabin will be equipped with 04 guide shoes, evenly divided into two pairs and symmetrically arranged at the four corners where they meet the counterweight. This installation position helps balance the force, ensuring smooth movement for the cabin when ascending and descending.
However, technicians when purchasing guide shoes need to ensure they match the type of rail and the specific size of the elevator. Choosing the correct standard is a prerequisite for the shoe and rail to work together, thereby enhancing the stability of the system.
For example: Shoe type T78 corresponds to rail T78, and similarly for codes like T89. This synchronization not only extends the lifespan of the shoe but also ensures that the cabin operates without causing vibrations, minimizing wear and maintenance costs.