The world of heavy industry often works around the use of large scale industrial gearboxes. These devices are utilized to control the equipment that manufactures steel and pipe mills. A gearbox may increase speed, decrease speed or manufacture the torque required to drive a larger piece of equipment. Some styles can be serviced in the […]
CMT services special transformer cooling fan motors
Electric power is transmitted to consumers and industry through sub-stations that utilize large transformers. These large transformers require cooling fans, which are especially critical in hot weather. Various types of motors and fan systems are used in these municipal transformers. Utility companies need reliable operation of their transmission equipment. Most of the cooling fan units […]
Large motors receive another life — saves money
Many large industrial motors are purpose-built and their modern replacements are nearly impossible to come by. The average life span of these machines seldom exceeds 30 years. When a large specialty motor fails, it can be completely refurbished to specifications that exceed the OEM quality. These motors are given a new life at a fraction […]
A closer look at CMT’s Field Service Division
At CMT, we believe that field service is only as good as the personnel and equipment available at the precise time it is needed. Our talented technicians are complemented by four fully-equipped services vans that deliver the amenities of our shops to your door – day or night. Two of our four vans are dedicated […]
Pumping fresh water to you
All municipal infrastructures rely on effective and dependable equipment to supply their citizens with water. Fresh water is delivered and waste water is removed with the use of mechanical pumps that are driven by electric motors. These pumps are installed at specific pumping stations and require periodic overhauls in order to maintain an expected level […]
A closer look at CMT’s Electric Machinery Division
CMT’s Electric Machinery Division is located at 825 MLK Boulevard in Youngstown, Ohio. The buildings have 50,000-square-feet with cranes through 35 tons, in addition to 16,000-square-feet of engineering and technical labs. Providing customers with the latest advances in apparatus rebuilding and testing has been the highest priority of our Electric Machinery Division. Since 1985, CMT […]
An in-depth look at CMT’s Lifting Magnet Division
CMT’s Lifting Magnet Division is experienced in the design, rewind, manufacture and service of any material handling magnet (round or square) or separator roll. The Lifting Magnet Division is located at 448 Andrews Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. The building is 17,000-square-feet with cranes through 15 tons. From large rectangular lifting magnets to salient motor poles, […]
A look at CMT’s Industrial Machine Division
CMT’s industrial machining division is located at 773 W. Rayen Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. It is a 17,000-square-foot building with cranes through 20 tons. The skilled machinists in our fully equipped machine shops use the latest equipment to create the most reliable repair or replacement components possible. This, along with our cost-effective and innovative methods […]
Need to solve a difficult problem? Use reverse engineering
Reverse engineering is a solution for many challenging situations. The process takes into consideration what exists, for example a motor or mechanical component, and through analysis determines how to duplicate or enhance that item. Reverse engineering can design improvements on the structure, operation and performance of one specific item, or a system of related parts. […]
Save money by rewinding electric motors
To make a motor workable again, an electric motor rewind can be completed, which saves the owner on the high cost of paying for a new one. 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 or […]