The 'Eccolator' System
... is a simple method for people to escape from high-rise buildings on their own without need for assistance fromfire, rescue or police services in the event of a fire, terrorist attack, or other building catastrophe. It is a scaleable system offering the only rescue/escape solution available for skyscapers when stairways become blocked or filled
with smoke. It can be used by individuals of any age from a small child to the elderly. This includes women with
infants and the handicapped.
From a construction and design perspective, it is inexpensive to install, requires virtually no maintenance, can be retro-fitted to almost any type of high-rise, and does not detract from a buildings visual appeal.
During a crisis event, people experience stress that can lead to panic. The System's operational design addresses this concern, maintaining functionality during such an episode.
The Eccolator System meets all of the following criteria:
● Inexpensive, re-useable and safe● Easily
retro-fitted to virtually any high-rise building
● Does *not* require
electricity, batteries or fuel to operate
● Has few mechanical
parts
● Requires virtually
no maintenance, is easily cleaned and/or inspected
● Quickly and safely
moves people to ground level
● Prohibits users
from interfering or accidentally disrupting the System while in use
● Does not require a
trained operator to use the System
● Does not waste
time retracting or relocating within or around the structure
● No manual
needed, simple pictograms explain how to operate it
● Protects
users from fire, smoke and debris
● Accomodates people
of all sizes, including mothers with a baby or toddler
● Can be used by the
wheelchair-bound that are able to use their arms and hands
● Does not require
emergency responders to enter into danger to provide assistance
