Thyssen hydraulic glass elevator at Recklinghausen central station

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Channel: OldElevNew · 2013 · Science & Technology

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Since the pedestrian tunnel at Recklinghausen central station is at a lower level than the entrance hall, the elevator leading to platform one, which is closest to said entrance hall, serves both of these floors. On the lowest level, the elevator is accessed via a small tunnel beside the stairs.

Technical specifications:
Brand: Thyssen
Capacity: 1025kg / ~2260lbs / 13 people
Type: hydraulic (holeless two-stage)
Year built: 2000
Travel distance: 2 floors / 3 stops

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