Industry is seeing a trend in the number of new lifting scrap magnets being manufactured. There has been a reduction in the amount of weld and steel in many scrap handling lifting magnets. The case walls and outer poles have been thinned and accept less punishment than in the past. Some of this is due to […]
Specialty equipment repaired for power generation plants
Motors are often designed for specialty work and many are found in public utility power generation plants. This example may resemble a flying saucer at first look, but in fact is a purpose-built 2500 HP motor designed to drive a low-speed circulating water pump. These motors are part of a permanent installation and can be […]
Lifting magnet repair available at CMT
CMT is experienced in the design, rewind, manufacture and repair of any lifting magnet or separator roll. Related field service capabilities range from generators and controls the design of new material handling systems. Our Lifting Magnet Division repairs your lifting magnets in its 17,000-square-foot facility with cranes through 15 tons. CMT has designed and built an exclusive […]
CMT offers field services for your convenience
CMT technicians are fully complemented by our four fully-equipped service vans that deliver the amenities of our shops to your door – day or night. Each truck contains hardware, safety equipment and the tools needed to address specific individuals and commercial requirements. Two of our vans are dedicated to in-place machining and servicing heavy machinery. […]
CMT celebrates 30 years
Some fun facts about CMT: – Dearing Compressor was one of our first customers. This year, they are celebrating 70 years. We wish them continued success and another 70 prosperous years. – Nationwide Industrial was one of our first vendors and remains a valued supplier in 2015. – We […]
Specialty motors: Used to help produce high-grade American steel for manufactured goods
Some electric motors are designed for a very specific purpose. These types of motors are used in a steel annealing furnace application where temperatures can reach up to 1400 degrees F. The motors have special alloy shafts and drive large fans. The fans circulate hot gasses within the furnace in order to anneal steel […]
Happy Birthday, CMT!
Happy 30th birthday to CMT! City Machine Technologies, Inc. opened its doors on August 9, 1985, with one location and two employees. Today, we have a campus consisting of three buildings, three warehouses, a 14-vehicle-fleet and 75 employees! For 30 years, City Machine Technologies, Inc. has been in operation providing a variety of services to […]
What is VPI? What is dip and bake?
These two terms are often used in the motor repair industry to describe a type of insulation finishing process used on rewound electric motors. When a motor is rewound, it must be processed in some type of varnish in order to hold the windings together. This varnish, also known as resin, helps to bond the […]
How do you know if a bearing is bad?
Anything mechanical that spins has a bearing in it. The two most common types of bearings are ball bearings and roller bearings. Bearings work by rolling between two surfaces to reduce friction. Ball and roller bearings help shafts and parts rotate in motors and machinery. Ball bearings are most commonly used in household appliances, such […]
Looking for mechanics
Now hiring mechanics. Individual will possess knowledge and skills in the removal, disassembly and repair of large industrial motors, generators, pumps, gear boxes and associated machinery. Machining skills helpful. Computer literacy required. Visit our web site and apply online before 07/31/15. No phone calls. EOE. Drug-free workplace.