CTL Line, Cone Uncoiler with Kobelt Disk Brake
Brake, one mounted on each of two Cones Kobelt 5025-A Caliper 4”x7” rubbing surface, 30” OD Kobelt High Energy Disk Application Data: Uncoiler for Cut-to-Length line 74” Max OD Coil, ID 20-24” 73” Max Coil Width 64,000 Max Coil Weight 12-16 gauge steel 150 FPM Feed rate 15 Cuts/minute max 14” – 340” cut lengths
Steve Park Retirement Announcement
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 Read More …
The Ins and Outs of the Industrial Clutch Combination QRV/Rotary Union
The 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 Read More …
Mach III Releases EBook ” Make it Last”
Determining 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 Read More …
Industrial Clutch LK Inspection Checklist
To 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 Read More …
Press Clutch/Brake Hub Mounting Options
There 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 Read More …
Wichita ATD 218 LIHTC on conveyor drive, used as Torque Limiter
Torque 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 Read More …