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FLYWHEEL BRAKES
Flywheel Brake Installed
OSHA
#1910.218(f)(ii)
“When dies are being changed or maintenance is
being performed on the press, the following shall be accomplished.
(ii)
The flywheel shall be at rest.
This
typically requires the operator or set-up person to wait a considerable amount
of time for the flywheel to stop before making adjustments, cleaning, or
repairs.
USAGE:
Mechanical Stamping and
Forging Presses
ADVANTAGES: Universal design allows for simple
installation.
Slows
flywheel down quickly.
"Kevlar"
lining material for long wear life.
BENEFITS: Increased safety, Reduced down time,
Increased
production time.
ACTUATION: Brake is pneumatically engaged,
and spring released. Commonly actuated by a small
2-way 3-port pneumatic valve.
INSTALLATION: The
flywheel brake is mounted on a bracket so as to apply pressure to the face
(side) of the flywheel when engaged. The bracket can be supplied either by the
customer or with the brake (to customer’s specifications).
NOW AVAILABLE: OD MOUNTS. Flywheel radius cut into lining material.
MAINTENANCE: “Kevlar” friction lining material can be
replaced without removal of unit, allowing for minimal maintenance.
Standard 4.5" Flywheel Brake Shown
(other sizes available)
Contact IPS today about your specific application.
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