Steve Park retired as President of Torque Inc. Oct., 1, 2018, to be able to spend quality time with his family and enjoy his many hobbies. Steve joined Torque Inc. in 1984, opening the Detroit Sales Office expanding Torque Inc’s coverage to include the balance of Indiana and Michigan. Torque Inc (previously named Fremont and Lewis), has represented…
Read MoreThe Industrial Clutch combination Rotary Seal & QRV (Quick Release/Exhaust Valve) offers the ability to tune the clutch engagement to meet each presses unique requirements. The Industrial Rotary Seal & QRV is a modular design to fit the complete range of Industrial Clutches used on mechanical stamping presses and many Verson clutches. The Poppets are a standard part across all configurations with adjustable orifices and…
Read MoreDetermining how long a friction clutch or brake will last has much to do with application. Cycle rates, revolutions per minute and the air pressure required to produce the torque to drive or stop the load are just a few of the considerations. Assuming the unit has been properly sized and the application is not unusually rigorous, the majority of friction brakes and clutches will…
Read MoreTo assist customers inspect and assess the condition of Industrial Clutch “LK” clutches, Torque Inc has developed the “LK-Inspection-Checklist“. Click on the link to access this helpful aid to ensure all critical parts are inspected during clutch maintenance or repair. If you have additional questions, contact your local Sales Engineer of our Parts Hot line 800-771-5921. WE are happy to be of service.
Read MoreThere are many methods to mount a Clutch/Brake hub to the shaft of a Stamping Press or other heavy machinery. Torque Inc will help you pick the best type of connection for your application. The following is a summary of the benefits and limitations of the various methods: Key with clearance Using a clearance fit between the hub and the shaft while and hand fitting…
Read MoreTorque Inc Application Engineer Steve Park selected a Wichita Clutch ATD 224 LIHTC (Low Inertia High Torque Clutch) for a custom designed conveyor drive system to provide protection for the drive train elements by functioning as a Torque Limiter. By regulating the air pressure applied to the Wichita Clutch, the end user can accurately adjust the clutch slip torque to a level to allow reliable…
Read MoreA short video showing the process to assemble a Wichita Clutch, LI (low inertia) Clutch.
Read MoreA short video showing the process to disassemble a Wichita Clutch, LI (low inertia) Clutch
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