Electrically Released Brake
Usage of electromagnetic brakes is becoming more common in demanding applications. From heavy duty electrified vehicles to outdoor equipment, the traditional limitations of electromagnetic brakes are being overcome to deliver weight, performance and maintenance advantages.
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Warner Electric Braking Solutions for the Electric Turf & Garden Market brochure just released.
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A major global manufacturer of mammography systems contacted Altra Motion for braking solutions it needed for various applications within its machines. Altra worked closely with the OEMs engineering team to identify and confirm the torque requirements and space limitations of each different brake application.
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A manufacturer of low- and high-rise elevators faced a challenge when customers began calling for a flexible elevator to meet the needs of the growing mid-rise, mixed-use building market. The global construction boom of mid-rise buildings can be attributed to several factors.
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When selecting a brake to control unbalanced or vertical loads, designers have a wide variety of choices ranging from simple locking devices to electrically or pneumatically powered units. One of the most common configurations is the electrically-released brake which can be found either integrated into motors or as standalone units.
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