Magic Carpet® Ski Lift

Technical Description

Terrain-Following Design

• Foundation not required
• Minimal ground preparation
• Support leg assemblies adjust and pivot for ground slope differences

Tail/Load Section

• Set level to allow smooth loading
• Allows up to 15 degree angle from loading platform to first lift section
• Self-cleaning tail pulley helps remove ice and snow from inside the belt
• Screw-type or automatic belt take-up maintains belt tension independent of temperature and load variations

Typical Intermediate Sections

• 3 meters/10 feet long
• Plastic slider bed reduces belt friction
• Continuous edge guide system and return belt ensure proper belt alignment

Head/Drive Section

• Unit set level with a built-in 8 degree decline to facilitate discharge
• Safety relief plate
• Shaft-mounted, inverter duty, premium efficiency gear motor
• Separately powered, sturdy nylon bristle brush helps to clean snow and ice off belt
• Oversized drive pulley, shafts and bearing for more surface friction and better belt traction

Electrical Control Panel

• AC Variable Speed Drive with choice of electrical input power
• NEMA 4 enclosure
• Quick connects for motors and control power
• Remote mounted

Hook and Pin Connecting Joints

• Easy installation at all connecting joints
• Allows up to 5 degree convex or 2 degree concave angular change per joint

Belting

• Black rough-top conveyor belting provides UV stabilization along with a high grip surface
• Stainless steel, heavy-duty splice for easy field installation
• Different carcass constructions optimize belt strength depending on  motor power

Support Legs

• Manually set with gravity pin connection for season-long stability
• Adjustable to 36 inches standard
• Can be anchored to any solid surface (i.e. soil or timber)

Walkways

• Optional 450mm/18-inch wide walkway extensions with artificial snow surface
• Install on one or both sides of the conveyor frame