Ending Unintended Movement

See the Patented Rail-Gripping Solution That Exceeds A17.3-2020 Code Requirements and Redefines Elevator Safety

For decades, the elevator industry has relied on traditional safety devices that act on the drive machine. But what happens when the solution itself is based on a legacy design that can be compromised by rope stretch, mechanical wear, or complex modernization needs?

The introduction of code A17.3-2020, requiring protection against unintended car movement, wasn't just an update—it was a call for a new approach to safety.

Answering that call, HydraSafe® Brake presents a paradigm shift. Founded in 2015 by Tim Toan and Kevin Cunningham, our company developed a patented, rail-gripping device that provides comprehensive protection by locking the elevator car directly to the rails.

Visit us at NAEC Booth #1137 to see this groundbreaking technology in person and learn how it can simplify your compliance and enhance safety.

The Limitations of Traditional Safety Devices

Traditional unintended motion devices often interact with the brake drum, cable sheave, or hoist ropes. This approach can present challenges:

• Dependence on Machine Integrity: Their effectiveness is tied to the condition of the machine components.

• Complex Modernizations: Retrofitting can require significant engineering and machine modification.

• Issues with Rope Stretch: Can lead to recalibration and releveling problems.

  
  

The HydraSafe® Advantage: Direct to the Rail

The HydraSafe® Brake system bypasses these challenges entirely. Mounted on the car top and gripping the rail directly, it provides a failsafe solution that is independent of the machine's drive system.

Why This Is a Game-Changer:

• Exceeds Code Compliance: Meets and exceeds A17.3-2020 requirements for unintended and ascending car movement.

• Universal Application: Designed for all speeds (up to 1400 FPM), capacities, and rail sizes. Compatible with gearless, geared, and drum machines.

• Simplified Installation & Significant Savings: Requires no machine modification and often no engineering review, leading to dramatic labor and cost savings.

• Advanced Features: Choose between two models:

  • Brake Easy: Integrates easily with existing emergency brake circuits. Offers quick installation with remote reset, ideal for modernizations.

  • Brake Plus: A full controller with advanced safety features like door lock jumper detection and pit encroachment monitoring for unmatched protection.

    
    

See the Future of Elevator Safety at NAEC

Reading the specs is one thing; witnessing the robust simplicity of a rail-gripping mechanism is another.

We invite you to NAEC Booth #1137 to:

• Get a Live Demonstration: See the technology up close and understand its operation.

• Meet the Innovators: Speak directly with co-founders Tim Toan and Kevin Cunningham. Discuss your specific challenges, from high-rise retrofits to historic building modernizations.

• Explore Your Application: Our experts are ready to show you how HydraSafe® can be integrated into your projects to reduce cost, minimize downtime, and provide unparalleled safety.

• Review Certified Specifications: Discuss the details that matter: 300 lb weight, 0-5000 PSI hydraulic pressure, 110 VAC power, and compatibility with any “T” shaped rail.

  
  

Elevate Your Safety Standards

In an industry where safety is paramount, the HydraSafe® Brake represents the next evolutionary step. It’s a solution born from a decade of dedication to solving a critical problem with elegance and engineering excellence.

Don't just comply with the code. Redefine safety.

Visit us at NAEC, Booth #1137, and discover how to summon the Hydra and protect the ride.