fånglina

English translation: governor rope

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Swedish term or phrase:fånglina
English translation:governor rope
Entered by: stephen mewes

14:13 Aug 14, 2013
Swedish to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Energy / Power Generation
Swedish term or phrase: fånglina
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stephen mewes
United Kingdom
Local time: 18:02
governor rope
Explanation:
I've found 'speed limiter rope' and 'governor rope' which are both related to safety devices for elevators/lifts. Check out these references...

http://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/engines-equipment...

http://www.liftworks.co.uk/terms-f-j.htm
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Deane Goltermann
Sweden
Local time: 19:02
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governor rope


Explanation:
I've found 'speed limiter rope' and 'governor rope' which are both related to safety devices for elevators/lifts. Check out these references...

http://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/engines-equipment...

http://www.liftworks.co.uk/terms-f-j.htm

Deane Goltermann
Sweden
Local time: 19:02
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