A safety gear in which the full gripping action on the guide rails is almost immediate.

A mechanical device for stopping, and maintaining stationary on the guide rails, the lift car or balancing weight in case of over speeding in the downward direction or breaking of the suspension.

Smooth vertical part extending downwards from the sill of the landing or car entrance

Mass, which saves energy by balancing all, or part of the mass of the car.

A resilient stop at the end of travel, and comprising a means of braking using fluids or springs (or other similar means).

A part of the lift, which carries the passengers and/or other loads.

A mechanical device which when activated stops the car in downward motion and maintains it stationary at any point of the travel to limit the extent of creep.

Hydraulic lift where the ram or cylinder is directly attached to the car or its sling.

Electrically controlled valve in a hydraulic circuit for controlling the descent of the car.

A combination of precautions against the danger of creeping.