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maximum torque rating of 1,600 Nm and a
diameter of 274 mm. This allows the brake to includes a patented planetary gear and can offer a
provide the required stopping power without wide range of gear ratios up to 16,000 turns. This
disturbing the audience. package is widely utilised in stage
Accommodating misalignment hoisting applications thanks to
had been an issue on for the its reliability and seamless
couplings installed on the integration. Huco,
previous winch assemblies, Stromag and
so to provide a Warner Elec-
solution, Huco Flex tric are lead-
Ni bellows couplings ing brands
were fitted to of Altra
overcome it. The Flex Ni features a Industrial
high torsional stiffness that is matched Motion, each
with a capability to accommodate large amounts of offering proven
lateral and angular misalignment. This improves track records in
rotational position integrity, while ensuring that the demanding industrial applications globally. This
assemblies operate with high reliability. Precision affinity ensures complete interoperability across
Huco Flex-M disc couplings were also fitted to products from different brands, which
drive encoders. allows specifiers to build highly
Stromag limit switches are specialised and reliable
a popular selection in assemblies.
theatre applications In the case of the winch
globally. In this case, assemblies at Théâtre du Chatelet,
Stromag Series 51 limit this seamless integration and inbuilt
switches were matched durability delivered a combination of both
with backlash-free EZX quiet operation and high reliability. For the
Tooth Clutches as complete foreseeable future, the only noise coming from the
assemblies. The EZX is typically mounted directly stage will be drama and applause.
onto the limit switch housing. The Series 51 www.altramotion.com

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