On how to choose the correct professional brake

The global effects of competition in the elevator branch have repeatedly caused the price to play a major role, even for extremely safety-relevant components. The price/performance ratio for these products is very similar internationally. Therefore, performance and reliability are frequently economised on low-price products. Taking safety brakes as an example, this article shows you how a well-founded selection of reliable products can be made in spite of the intense competitive market, and explains what to take into account in order to avoid unpleasant surprises. The suggestions and recommendations are of course also applicable for other safety-relevant components.