Escalators and moving walkways

HS v2022 Code: 842840

About escalators and moving walkways

HS code 842840 covers the classification of escalators and moving walkways, which are essential transportation systems found in a wide range of commercial and public settings. These automated, continuous conveyance devices play a crucial role in facilitating the efficient movement of people, goods, and materials, contributing significantly to the overall functionality and accessibility of modern infrastructure. As a key component of the broader transportation and logistics industry, the escalator and moving walkway segment is integral to the smooth operation of shopping malls, airports, train stations, and other high-traffic areas.

Production process

The production of escalators and moving walkways involves a complex manufacturing process that combines mechanical, electrical, and control system engineering. The core components typically include a drive system, steps or pallets, handrails, and a control system that regulates the speed and direction of the device. Manufacturers utilize advanced fabrication techniques, such as precision metal cutting, welding, and assembly, to ensure the structural integrity and reliability of these systems. Additionally, the integration of electronic sensors, motors, and programmable logic controllers enables the precise control and monitoring of escalator and moving walkway operations.

Production inputs

The production of escalators and moving walkways requires a range of inputs, including steel and other metal alloys for the structural components, electrical motors and control systems, and specialized materials for the steps or pallets and handrails. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery, such as CNC machines and robotic assembly lines, to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry utilizes a skilled workforce of engineers, technicians, and assembly workers to design, fabricate, and install these complex transportation systems.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 842840 is the escalator and moving walkway systems themselves, which are then installed and integrated into various commercial and public settings. These systems are often consumed by 842810 Lifts and skip hoists and 842820 Pneumatic elevators and conveyors, as they are frequently used in conjunction with these other transportation solutions to create comprehensive vertical and horizontal movement systems within buildings and infrastructure.

Revisions to 842840

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 842840. The most recent 1 version of this code (842840) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 842840.

Family tree for escalators and moving walkways

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8428'>8428: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426 or 8427 (e.g. lifts, escalators, conveyors, teleferics)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842840'>842840: Escalators and moving walkways</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842810'>842810: Lifts and skip hoists</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842820'>842820: Elevators and conveyors; pneumatic</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842831'>842831: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods and materials, specially designed for underground use, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842832'>842832: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, bucket type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842833'>842833: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842839'>842839: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842860'>842860: Teleferics, chair-lifts, ski-draglines, traction mechanisms for funiculars</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842870'>842870: Industrial robots</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842890'>842890: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428</a>"]

    

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