Vertical motors are used in pumps, gearboxes, grinders and mills, among other industrial equipment. Vertical motors have many design specific attributes based on down thrust requirements. Many vertical motors have multiple thrust bearing sets on either the top or bottom housing and larger designs have Babbitt tilt pad and guide bearings for heavy load conditions. […]
Crane brakes play important part in industrial equipment operations
Overhead crane brakes are designed to provide stopping power for large industrial cranes. These specialized devices are a critical safety element of any crane. They vary in size and style, but the purpose is the same. The safety factor of these brakes is often overlooked by others that claim to be knowledgeable about crane brakes. […]