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MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
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4.4: Transition gate, 50400226 / 50400237-238
The transition gate consists of the
following parts:
1) Gate (big)
2) Gate (small)
3) Adjustable stop plate
4) Ball screw
Planning: Track references
4.4.1: Connecting a basic rail system with an (x-y)/traverse system
A transition gate connects a rail system with full room coverage to a basic rail system allowing a ceiling lift unit to travel
between the two rail systems. Two transition gates may be combined to connect two rail systems with full room
coverage. The transition gate will only open when the two rails are properly aligned and locked together.
NB! When mounting systems including transitions gates, it is normally an advantage to mount the transition gate first.
The transition gate has two blocks; one mounted to the secondary rail of the (x-y)/traverse system and the other
mounted to the fixed rail.
1) To eliminate movement between the
blocks, the fixed rail must be
supported from the ceiling close to
the block, maximum distance 125 mm.
2) To eliminate movement from the
(x-y)/traverse system, the primary rail
must be supported in the middle of
the blocks. The overhang on the
secondary rail must be as short as
possible. This distance cannot be
altered (except for minor adjustment)
after installation.
When aligned, the ends of the rails
must have less than 2 mm gap
between them. This means that the
fixed rail must be positioned in its
brackets appropriately. It is recommended that no more than 125 mm of rail is unsupported beyond the last bracket.
The quality and stability of the fixed rail is paramount for the smooth operation of this system. It is therefore advisable
to have the second bracket from the end of the fixed rail positioned a maximum of 1000 mm from the first bracket.
For more information about all available
MilkyWay transition gates; article numbers and technical data,
please consult the “MilkyWay Technical information” document.
