PARTS
A N D A C C E S S O R I E S
REPLACEMENT ROLLER WHEELS.
ENUINE ELSCO ROLLER WHEELS ARE THE CONTRACTOR’S BEST OPTION FOR REPLACEMENT
G PARTS FOR ORIGINAL ELSCO EQUIPMENT. NO OTHER AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT ROLLER
OFFERS THE SAME COMBINATION OF SUPERIOR MATERIALS, PRECISION ENGINEERING, AND
QUALITY CONTROL.
FEATURES UNIQUE TO ELSCO R EPLACEMENT ROLLERS:
1. Neoprene rubber roller wheels are 0.002 inches (0,51mm) “Total Which ELSCO roller compound is elevators and severely unbalanced cars.
optimized for maximum ride comfort and Indicator Reading” for perfect right for your application? This resistance to deflection comes at the
minimal noise. Other manufacturers rely on roundness and concentricity. Bearing expense of ride quality and noise
“quiet poly” compounds, but only ELSCO’s bores are machined to a tolerance of 1 ELSCO Roller wheels are available in suppression; these wheels are therefore not
neoprene compound provides the damping five ten-thousandths (0.0005) of an three different rolling compounds to suit commonly recommended for passenger
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characteristics essential to ride quality in inch (0,127mm), and two bearings the full spectrum of elevator applications: elevators.
passenger applications. ELSCO also offers are pressed into each wheel by a
several grades of polyurethane tires for computer-driven press, ensuring A. Neoprene rubber roller wheels are C. Green Polyurethane roller wheels offer
specialized freight, service, and outdoor perfect fit and alignment. the ELSCO standard, recommended for a compromise solution where challenging
applications. most passenger applications. Optimized static loading conditions are expected, yet
4. Rigorous quality inspections to provide premium ride quality and low ride quality remains a priority. ELSCO green
2. Precision Ball Bearings guarantee ensure total customer satisfaction. noise, only genuine ELSCO neoprene poly rollers are compounded to a medium
years of silent use. ELSCO specifies ELSCO wheels are 100% stress wheels provide the damping hardness that is able to handle high static
bearings intended for the high RPMs and tested under shear to ensure a characteristics essential to ride quality, loads, but retains some ride quality benefits.
demanding loads of electric motors – proper bond of the tire material and only genuine ELSCO neoprene Green poly rollers are most commonly
conditions far more rigorous than typically to the hub, and 100% visually wheels are engineered with high recommended in hospital cars and high
seen in elevator applications. This means inspected for tire defects such as “memory” characteristics that prevent speed passenger/service elevators.
that after years of operation and tens of knit lines. Other inspections ensure flat spots.
millions of cycles, only ELSCO roller wheels runout concentricity of the wheel to For more information about ELSCO roller
remain completely silent. its bearing. Rubber compounds are B. Red Polyurethane roller wheels are wheel compounds and recommendations,
periodically checked for proper B typically recommended for extreme freight please refer to the Frequently Asked
3. Precision Manufacturing durometer, damping characteristics, applications. Using a very hard tread Questions section of the ELSCO catalog, or
Techniques ensure maximum consistency and “memory” shape compound, these rollers are engineered simply refer to the ELSCO Guide Selector
and performance. ELSCO Neoprene roller retention. to withstand the high static loading Chart. You can always call an ELSCO guide
wheels are precision-ground to within conditions typically encountered in freight specialist at 410.363.9020 for assistance.
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Parts and Accessories
Adjustable Stop Kits characteristics in installations where rail
lubrication is not possible.
ELSCO adjustable stop kits are available
for all ELSCO spring-loaded roller guides Standard nylon gibs shown in white,
and the complete line of swivel sliding molybdenum disulfide-filled nylon gibs
guide shoes. All spring-loaded roller shown in black.
guides allow the car or counterweight to
float between the elevator rails; adjustable
stops enable precise control over the
amount of this float.
All ELSCO car roller guides come
equipped standard with adjustable stops:
Model A, Model B, Express-3, and
Express-6. Adjustable stops are optional Model B Roller Guide with cover guard
with all ELSCO counterweight guides and
swivel sliding guide shoes: Model C, ELSCO Rail Gibs
Guide Cover Guard Kits
Model D, Model SA-15, SA-8, SC-8, and
SD-8. Adjustable stops are also available Cover guard kits are available for all Seismic Retainer Plates
as replacement items for guides already spring-loaded ELSCO roller guides.
installed in the field. These cover guards protect roller guides ELSCO offers 0.5-inch (13mm) steel
from dust and debris, while also shielding emergency retainer plates designed for
See the Frequently Asked Questions elevator personnel from the potential simple installation in conjunction with
section of the ELSCO catalog for further pinch point between the rollers and ELSCO roller guides. These emergency
information about adjustable stops. You the rail. retainer plates keep the car or
can also always call an ELSCO guide counterweight securely on the guide
specialist at 410.363.9020 for assistance. Made from durable sheet steel, and rails during a seismic event or other
powder-coated for extra durability and a emergency situation. ELSCO seismic
high-quality appearance, ELSCO cover retainer plates are available for the full line
guard kits come complete with all of ELSCO roller guides, for a variety of
Disengaged different rail sizes.
necessary mounting hardware. In some
instances, field modifications may be Other Spare Parts, Accessories,
necessary to retrofit cover guard kits to and Modifications
roller guides that were not originally
ordered with them. ELSCO also offers a wide variety of other
replacement parts, accessories, and
See the Frequently Asked Questions modifications. These include guide
section of the ELSCO catalog for further modifications to accommodate certain
information about guide cover guard kits. jumbo rail sizes, spare replacement parts
You can also always call an ELSCO guide such as springs and hardware for roller
Engaged specialist at 410.363.9020 for assistance. guides in the field, and special plating and
grease fitting modifications for demanding
Molybdenum Disulfide-Filled
environmental conditions.
Rail Gibs
Standard swivel sliding guide shoes from Whatever your need, request, or special
ELSCO are equipped with low-friction order, don’t hesitate to contact an ELSCO
nylon gibs that are ideal for most guide specialist at 410.363.9020 for fast,
applications where the rails are lubricated. friendly, and reliable service.
Adjustable stops shown with float gap
(above) and with arm bottomed out on Optional molybdenum disulfide-filled gibs
stop (below) are available as an option. Impregnated
with a solid lubricant, molybdenum
disulfide-filled gibs provide better wear
Elevator Safety Company 11403 Cronridge Drive
Owings Mills, Maryland 21117-2247
Tel 410.363.9020
Fax 410.363.9695
info@elscoguides.com
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