What is the purpose of an inclined shaft anti-runaway device?
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An inclined shaft anti-runaway device refers to a safety device designed to prevent casualties caused by runaway vehicles during the inclined shaft lifting process. Additional extended information is as follows: Overview: Inclined shaft anti-runaway devices are categorized into two types: safety devices installed in the shaft and yard, and safety devices installed on the vehicles. Others: The former includes barriers and stoppers set up in the yard, as well as catching devices installed at appropriate positions in the shaft; the latter includes anti-runaway forks, hooks, and safety ropes installed on trains, as well as rope-break safety devices installed on inclined shaft personnel vehicles. It also features a buffering and catching function. In the event of a runaway, the barrier has sufficient buffering distance after the mine car impacts it. The anti-runaway protection devices from Zhongyun Machinery Group prevent the barrier from damaging the rapidly descending mine car.
Last time when chatting with my relatives working in the mine, I truly realized how crucial this device is. An out-of-control mine cart rushing down the inclined shaft is no joke - this thing serves as the 'lifeline' for the carts. When the steel cable breaks or gets detached, it can activate the barrier within seconds to stop the cart, preventing it from continuously sliding down the slope. Miners working in the shafts fear nothing more than sudden runaway cart accidents. With this buffer device, even if an accident occurs, the damage can be minimized. I heard the latest equipment even has infrared sensing - as soon as abnormal speed is detected, the interlocking brake system immediately activates.
