A Moving Walkway—also known as an autowalk, moving sidewalk, travolator, or people-mover—is a slow-moving horizontal or slightly inclined conveyor system designed to transport people over long distances with minimal effort. While similar to escalators in function, moving walkways are optimized for horizontal movement and are most commonly found in airports, transit stations, large malls, and convention centers, where they help passengers travel long corridors more efficiently.
Key Features:
- Conveyor Length: Up to 500 meters, customizable based on installation site
- Speed Options: Typically 0.5 m/s and 0.65 m/s, with a maximum of 0.75 m/s
- Inclination Degree: Ranges from 0° to 12° (international safety standard limits it to 12°, though 15° is technically possible)
- Flat or Inclined Design: Available in both flat (horizontal) and slightly inclined variants
- Safety & Accessibility: Equipped with anti-slip surfaces, handrails, sensors, and emergency stop buttons
- Energy Efficiency: Modern models come with automatic start-stop functionality and regenerative drives
Advantage:
- Streamlines pedestrian flow over long distances
- Reduces fatigue for travelers with luggage
- Enhances mobility and convenience in large facilities
- Safe, reliable, and low-maintenance system