AdRail FAQs

No. AdRail is a temporary film application that is applied to the existing black rubber handrail, and does not change, obstruct or modify the permanent structure in any way.

Our process is non-permanent and will not damage the handrail. Installation can be done anytime and takes approximately one hour per escalator to install and a half hour to remove using our patented applicator system. No special tools are required for film removal. The installation and removal process are quick with no messy clean up.

No. AdRail film is applied to the handrails with a pressure sensitive adhesive. It is not permanent and will not damage the handrail. A trained technician can easily apply and remove AdRail film. There have been over 3500+ successful installs worldwide.

Yes, AdRail is approved by the national ASME A17.1 code, and all major OEM’s/Escalator maintenance agencies and has been installed in all types of high profile venues.

Yes, AdRail improves safety by helping passengers gauge the speed, motion and direction of the escalator, using the handrail advertisements as a point of reference resulting in a more natural step on and off. In addition, the combination of pre-installation cleaning, the film itself acting as a germ barrier, and the post cleaning routine, it significantly reduces germs.

Yes, AdRail film can be applied to any handrail, escalator or moving walkway in convention centers, hotels, stadiums, airports and transit hubs, malls and anywhere else there are escalators.