Brakes play an essential role in most of the machines and devices used today. They are a vital element in ensuring the safety of those who use the machine or equipment and can help prevent injuries if your industrial facilities fail. While you may know how important brakes are, do you know what types of braking systems there are? If not, read on.
Find out more about the most common types of industrial braking systems here.
Types of industrial brakes
Industrial plants and oversized machines require a certain type of brake. Some of the most common types of industrial brakes offered by Kor-Pak and other companies are described here.
Fail-safe brakes
Fail-safe brakes are used to stop the movement when there is a problem with the frequency converter or the PLC frequency converter or when the machine has a power loss. They are most commonly seen in downhill and overland conveyor systems, drawbridges, rolling and winding systems of the steel mill, elevators, crane elevators, as well as mining and oil winches.
Sibre brakes
These were specially designed and manufactured by Siegerland Bremsen and are equipped with both disc and drum designs. They contain various power sources and fail-safe functions. This type of brake is commonly used when stopping the rotor, wind turbines, emergency stops and stopping.
Spring-applied brakes
Brakes that are used to brake moving loads and hold static loads when the release mechanism is deactivated for any reason are called spring brakes. These are used in many different machines such as trollies and overhead cranes. The spring-loaded drum brake uses electromagnetic magnets as release mechanisms. They are more useful for holding winches, holding overhead traveling cranes, emergency stop and use in general industrial machines.
Hydraulic release brakes
This is a spring-loaded drum brake that generates an adjustable braking torque using hydraulic force. They are considered the most useful for emergency stops, stage productions and winch hold.
Tips to get the most out of your components for industrial braking systems
To get the most out of your industrial brakes, you have to make an effort. Make sure that the machine is level on the floor, especially for side frames with parallel cuts. If the Gibway is uneven, this can prevent the plunger from returning to the top of the lift and interfere with proper tool alignment.
For brakes that rely on hydraulics, the hydraulic oil must be cleaned regularly. The oil can become contaminated with condensation, dust, grit, dust and heat. Change the filter annually and check the oil every few months. Also avoid overfilling the machine. If you put too much weight on it without even distribution, damage and stress can occur in the ram and in the bed. Consider air bend instead of floor bend to avoid these problems.
Types of braking systems: now you know
As you can see, there are different types of braking systems for industrial plants and machines. Think of the information here to know what type of braking system it is. If you're looking for more information on the performance and longevity of your industrial equipment, check out some of our other blogs.
