Escalator – Types, Price & Installation Guide India
Commercial escalators for malls, airports, metro stations and public buildings. Pan India supply and install — manufacturer-direct from our Ahmedabad facility, with no dealer markup.
What Is an Escalator?
An escalator is a moving staircase that transports people between floors of a building. Terra Elevators manufactures commercial-grade escalators for malls, airports, metro stations, transit hubs and public buildings — engineered for high foot-traffic environments and continuous-duty operation.
Every Terra escalator is built at our Ahmedabad facility and engineered to comply with IS 14665 — the Bureau of Indian Standards specification for lifts and escalators in India. Safety compliance is built into our design and manufacturing process, not added as an afterthought.
Escalator Gallery
A look at Terra escalator installations across malls, transit hubs and public buildings.
Why Choose Terra Elevators for Your Escalator?
We are a manufacturer — not a dealer. You pay factory-direct price with no markup layers, and deal directly with the company that built your escalator for warranty, service and AMC.
- 15–30% lower than dealer pricing for equivalent specifications.
- Built to your exact rise, step width, balustrade finish and angle requirements.
- IS 14665 compliant across all configurations and capacities.
- Indian voltage, dust and humidity conditions, and BIS regulatory framework.
- Our own certified engineers in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan and beyond.
- Lifetime maintenance support from the same company that built your escalator.
Technical Specifications
| Step Width | 600 mm / 800 mm / 1000 mm |
|---|---|
| Rise | Up to 6 m (single flight) — multi-flight on request |
| Speed | 0.5 m/s standard (0.65 m/s on request) |
| Inclination | 30° (standard) / 35° (rises ≤ 6 m) |
| Capacity | Up to 9,000 persons / hour (1000 mm step) |
| Drive System | VVVF inverter drive, modular truss |
| Balustrade | Tempered glass / stainless steel (customer choice) |
| Step Material | Die-cast aluminium with anti-slip finish |
| Safety Standard | IS 14665 (BIS Certified) + EN 115 alignment |
| Power Supply | 3-phase, 415V AC (standard Indian supply) |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty — full terms at time of order |
Installation Process
Every Terra Elevators installation follows a transparent 6-step managed process:
- Free site visit — our engineer surveys the location, measures the rise, and recommends the right configuration.
- Custom design & itemised quotation — engineering drawings, BOM and a written, line-item quote.
- Manufacturing at our Ahmedabad facility — truss, drive, steps, balustrade and electrical assembled in-house.
- Certified on-site installation — our own engineers handle truss lift, alignment, electrical and commissioning.
- Full load testing & certification support — IS 14665 commissioning, load tests and lift-licence paperwork.
- Handover & AMC enrolment — operator training, handover dossier and optional Comprehensive AMC.
Typical timeline from site visit to handover: 6 to 10 weeks depending on rise, step width and site conditions.
Elevator Installation Across India
Manufacturing in Ahmedabad. Installing across India.
What is the price of an escalator in India?
Escalators from Terra Elevators start from Rs. 18 Lakh for a standard single-flight commercial configuration. Final price depends on rise, step width, balustrade finish and site conditions. Contact us for a free itemised quotation.
Is the site visit really free?
Yes. Our site visit is completely free — no charge, no obligation, no deposit required. Our engineer visits your location, assesses requirements, and advises on the best configuration for your building and budget.
How long does escalator installation take?
Typically 6 to 10 weeks from site visit to handover. Manufacturing takes 4–6 weeks. On-site installation, alignment and commissioning take 7–14 days depending on the configuration.
Do you provide AMC after installation?
Yes. Terra Elevators provides Comprehensive and Non-Comprehensive AMC plans for all escalators. Our local service teams ensure fast response across all cities we serve.
Are Terra escalators BIS certified?
Yes. All Terra Elevators products are engineered to comply with IS 14665 — the Bureau of Indian Standards specification for lifts and escalators in India.
Other Elevators We Manufacture
Twelve elevator types — engineered, manufactured and installed across India by Terra Elevators.
