Greater reliability

GRADUAL REPLACEMENT OF THE ESCALATORS
The majority of the escalators will make the transition to standby power consumption.

Why change the escalators?
There are 296 escalators in the métro network. Some are nearing the end of their useful life. Their replacement is therefore designed to improve the reliability of the métro network while supporting sustainable development. In fact, 212 out of the 296 escalators have been modified to meet higher efficiency and energy saving standards. The remaining escalators will be progressively replaced.

What is an energy-efficient escalator?
With an energy-efficient escalator, the speed of the escalator is reduced to the minimum when it is empty, but when it detects the presence of a user, the escalator automatically increases its speed smoothly, allowing for major electricity savings. The escalator is never completely stopped as that could leave the impression that it is out of order and lead users to take another route.

How long does it take, on average, to replace an escalator?
The average length of time to replace an elevator is three to four months.

How many escalators are repaired at the same time?
Six to ten are worked on simultaneously.

We see a work site, but not always employees. What is happening?
You will not always see personnel on the work site as the action often takes place…underneath!!!
In fact, while the steps are the part visible to clients, all the other components such as the motor are underneath. There is also work involved in programming the logic controllers, inspection and final adjustments that is not visible. As well, a lot of the work is carried out at night.

The escalator is new, but it is still stopped!
There could be several reasons for this. The STM is currently experiencing some difficulties with parts delivered by the supplier that require readjustments. This leads to stoppages to take corrective measures, which we greatly regret.
Other stoppages are due to inappropriate behaviour by clients. Have you never seen a person jump on the last step or sit on the handrail and slide down? This also causes stoppages.

This work is being carried out thanks to financing of up to 75% provided by Transports Québec.

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