In 2019, there were about 421,000 workplace injuries in the manufacturing sector. Such work can be extremely dangerous, and whenever there is an opportunity for safety to be improved, it should be. Safety is key when working with any type of machinery. Electric motor brakes are an important investment you can make to keep yourself safe in [...]
On average, 204 injuries per year occur due to wood chippers. Wood chippers are dangerous pieces of equipment that sow death and destruction across the land. That is if they are handled unsafely and do not have the proper safety mechanisms. Having an electric brake on your wood chipper is a surefire way to prevent wood [...]
Newton's first law of motion tells us that an object will continue to follow its path of motion unless acted upon by an external force. This fundamental principle of physics is at the heart of any braking system. The challenge, in physics terms, is that as the mass and speed (velocity) of the body increases, [...]
When you work with power tools, industrial equipment, or heavy machinery, it pays to learn the ins and outs of how they work as much as you can. They have a variety of moving parts that make them work effectively, and you can master them with the right information. Electric braking systems are used in [...]
Have you ever wondered what the applications are of electric motor brakes? Most think that brakes are only for motor vehicles but think again! Electric motor brakes are vital for many types of machines and systems, and they are relied on to keep important moving functioning properly. If you wondered about electric motor brakes, keep [...]
Are you someone who would like to use an electric motor machine but doesn't know which motor brakes to choose from? Have no fear because we are here to answer all of your questions about electric motor brakes. Motor brakes are crucial elements to have present when using any electric motor machine, so it is [...]
Did you know that Edvard V. Hartford is credited with inventing brakes? However, there are many brake variants, each of which credits a different engineer for their invention. Mechanical drum brakes were invented by Louis Renault, whereas Malcolm Lockheed conceptualized the idea for hydraulic brakes. So, when and where did electromagnetic brakes come from? And [...]
Are you considering installing electronic motor brakes, but you're not sure it's worth the investment and hassle? We're here to help you move your decision along. From saving on costs to more control over machinery, you'll find many benefits that prove that these are advanced brakes. If this is piquing your curiosity, read on [...]
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has recorded nearly 8,000 recent lathe-related injuries in their database. This database only dates back five years to 2015. That means there are almost 1600 lathe-related injuries per year. Lathe-related injuries are a common scourge of the industrial manufacturing workplace. Having a lathe with a top of the line [...]
All motors need servicing and maintenance, especially if you want to extend their life. AC induction motors are powerful tools. They can be AC motor speed controls for braking systems and even power entire houses. But without proper care, they won't be of much use. With a series of preventative measures and regular checks, though, there's no need [...]
