Twiflex Brakes present industrial operations with a strong, reliable heavy-duty braking system. There are times though, with repeated usage, when they need to be replaced. Let’s take a look at what you’ll need to do in order to correctly, and safely, replace your Twiflex Brakes. Maintenance = Longevity and Safety Twiflex Brakes are a drum braking […]
Much of the focus in the wind energy industry is invested in keeping things spinning, preferably faster, more efficiently, and for longer periods. That is, of course, important and central to the purpose of wind turbines, but wind turbine brakes, while of equal importance, are often overlooked. In this article, we’ll discuss different types of […]
Eddy-current Brakes provide frictionless stopping power in heavy industrial and transportation applications. While the application in the German rail system is widespread, adoption globally has been slow. Though Eddy-current technology has great advantages, the lower adoption means in can be difficult to find reliable suppliers of Eddy-current brakes, controllers, parts and repair service. Fortunately, Kor-Pak […]
SIBRE USD Thruster Disc Brakes The USB type disc brakes from SIBRE are designed to be used as service or emergency stop brakes for applications such as container cranes, bucket wheel excavators, stackers, reclaimers and belt conveyors. Equipped with a lining wear compensator, the USB model provides a combination of spring and weight applied braking […]
Often you find yourself in a challenging MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) quagmire with regard to repairing or replacing your heavy industry (i.e. crane) brakes or clutches. I am the first to admit there are many, many brake and clutch manufacturers out there. And there are numerous options to choose from within those manufacturers. You […]
Hoist Crane Brakes, Hoist Disc Brakes, Crane Hoist Braking Systems Hoist Crane Brakes, Hoist Disc Brakes, Crane Hoist Braking Systems for cranes are imperative for the safety and performance of your crane application. Whether it be a Ship-To-Shore Crane, Gantry Crane, Overhead Crane, or another crane type, Hoist Brakes are vital components of the industrial […]
ZPMC Crane Brakes
Kor-Pak offers Galvi Industrial Brakes which include Thruster Released Drum and Disc Brakes, Accessories, and Service.