Industrial cable reels are used to manage power cable anywhere a moveable power supply is required. They can be found on industrial equipment such as cranes, hoists or material transfer devices. Some cable reels may be powered by mechanical spring motors to allow for cable take-up. Many styles are designed with collector rings so that […]
CMT wins city beautification award
CMT is proud to be a business winner in the ninth annual Youngstown CityScape beautification awards. Sharon Letson, executive director of Youngstown CityScape, said CMT has “an impeccable kept lawn and fun yard art.”
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 […]
Stop: What’s a crane brake?
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 to original manufacturer’s blueprint specifications […]
Before repairs, industrial cleaning occurs
Virtually everything entering an industrial repair shop needs to have mill scale, coal dust and grease removed. Thorough cleaning allows CMT’s technicians to perform a proper evaluation of repairs. Automated parts washing equipment is used whenever possible. The hot water, high-pressure action and quick cycle times of our automated unit assure clean components prior to […]
Extending the life of a lifting magnet
A number of simple actions can be taken to extend the operating life of a lifting 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, rewind, manufacture and service of […]
What’s a journal bearing?
Simply put, a journal bearing is a shaft or journal rotating in a bearing. The shaft rotates in the bearing with a layer of lubricant separating the two parts. Because journal bearings are designed to reduce load friction, they are often used when the load is light and the motion is continuous. With a journal […]
What are centrifugal castings?
Centrifugal castings are made when a mold is continuously rotated at high speed while molten metal is poured in. The molten metal in a centrifugal casting is thrown toward the inside of the mold wall from the g forces inside. The molten metal solidifies after cooling. After cooling, any impurities can be machined away that […]
How do you make a Babbitt bearing?
Babbitt bearings are made in a few simple steps: 1. Bearing shells are restored by melting out the original Babbitt material. The grit is blasted from the shells. The bearing shells are inspected and immersed in a 100% molten tin bath to assure a good bond for the new Babbitt. 2. The prepared shell is […]
Save money with predictive maintenance program
Predictive maintenance programs are designed to head off problems before they start. Certified technicians can tailor a plan to suit your needs and budget, while allowing the maximum uptime of your equipment. Predictive maintenance programs have the ability to diagnose, track, monitor and trend equipment, as well as correct the anomalies that are found, all […]