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47 inch scrap handler magnet for sale

Size: 47″/ 1200 mm Model: DASH Coil type: Aluminum Field: Deep Weight: 3200 lbs/1460 kg Voltage: 230 DC Cold amperage: 42 Cold ohms: 5.5 Kilowatts: 9.7 Duty cycle: 75%   Average All Day Lifting Capacities #1 Hot Melt 1900 lbs/ 865 kg #2 Hot Melt 1100 lbs/ 500 kg Steel

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Safe testing procedures of lift magnets

When inspecting or servicing a lift magnet, please keep in mind the following safe testing procedures: 1. Lockout/tagout all energy sources prior to testing the magnet. 2. Double-check for voltage at the lift magnet prior to disconnecting it:  a. Verify lockout/tagout  b. Probe the cable with sharp voltmeter leads or

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Increase the life of a lift magnet

A number of simple actions can be taken to extend the operating life of a lift magnet. The following recommendations will help keep your magnet operating properly, avoid costly major repairs and signal if it’s time to get your magnet services by a company who is experienced in the design,

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What is a lift magnet?

At City Machine Technologies, Inc., we aim to educate our customers  about how we repair or manufacture their industrial equipment. Our goal is to establish credibility and trust that will serve both parties as the business relationship grows. Through the blog, we are excited to share our knowledge beyond face-to-face

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What are crane brakes?

Crane brakes play an integral role in the safe operation of industrial equipment. When moving material with overhead cranes, it is essential the brakes are in working order, just like the brakes in your car when you need to make a sudden stop. Remanufacturing industrial crane brakes and returning them

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Rewind electric motors to save money

An electric motor rewind can be done to make a motor workable again without the high cost of paying for a new motor. A motor can also be rewound in an emergency, thus minimizing a customer’s downtime. For example, if an AC motor fails, it usually means that the insulation

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