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RACO HYDROMECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

RACO HYDROMECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

RACO HYDROMECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

Product catalog summary
Introduction
RACO Schwelm specializes in developing electric actuators for hydro-technical applications, particularly for the operation of locks and dams. The design of the screw and nut system is customized based on application requirements such as thrust, speed, and dynamic forces.

Specifications and Design
The actuators are designed with a focus on longevity, operational integrity under extreme temperatures, and corrosion resistance. Key features include compact design, robust construction, integrated anti-rotation protection, and shock-absorbing spindle nut design. The system is customizable to meet specific customer requirements.

Automation Concept
RACO's automation solutions for hydro-technical installations emphasize economic efficiency and environmental friendliness. The electromechanical design eliminates water contamination risks associated with hydraulic systems and reduces spare parts inventory due to its modular design.

Functional Reliability
The system ensures reliable operation even after long idle periods, with emergency functions like Emergency Stop and Emergency End Position. A manual hand wheel release mechanism is integrated for high reliability applications.

Options and Customization
RACO offers various options such as shock protection, equipment selection per customer specification, and special seals. These options enhance the system's adaptability to different operational needs and environmental conditions.

Conclusion
RACO provides high-quality actuation systems with a focus on robust design and longevity. Their solutions offer cost savings through prolonged lifespan, ease of installation, and maintenance-free operation. RACO's extensive experience allows them to deliver custom design solutions for specific applications.
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RACO Hydromechanical Equipment RACO Schwelm

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RACO Hydromechanical Equipment RACO Electric actuators for your hydro technical applications For the operation of lock and dams RACO has developed a specific system. Dependant on the application (thrust, speed, dynamic forces, live expectancy, etc… ) the geometry of the screw and nut design will be determined and manufactured by RACO. During the engineering face of the project all by code required calculations, test documents and certificates will be generated by RACO. Particular attention was paid to the hydro technical application conditions for the electrical actuator under the following aspects:...

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The RACO automation concept for hydro technical installations The decision making criteria for the implementation of an automated lock and dam system is driven by the economical efficiency, which is significantly influenced by the number of lock operations. The innovative and at the same time variable technical solutions of our electrical actuators is setting new guidelines: High availability High reliability aintenance free through live long lubrication M in accordance to the german WGK water protection class regulation xtremely environmentally friendly and E economical due to the start stop...

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RACO Schwelm RACO offers functional reliability The interlocking of bridge segments is a neuralgic point in the overall operating sequence. Regardless of the environmental conditions the locking or unlocking operation has to be performed even after extended periods of idle time. Only after the exact retracted or extended position is reached and confirmed the enabling signal can initiate the next step. ctuators for bridges with: bridge lifting A operation, lock bar operation ctuators for safety gates on lock and A dams: lifting safety gates, sliding safety gates ctuators for lock and dams for...

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RACO Schwelm New demand features lead to new design criteria’s for our products. As a manufacturer of high quality actuation systems for linear motion applications RACO has selectively complemented its product range. The electrical actuators of the heavy duty series, historically distinguish themselves through robust design and longevity even under extreme operating conditions. Option: Shock protection pring loaded nut housing with floating S nut arrangement igh performance elastomer impact shock absorH bing ring for accidental over stroke protection ushioning system configurable in compression...

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our know how is your customers value As a full line provider, RACO has the ability to offer from the component level up to attractive integrated systems solutions, which may unlock saving potentials. Regardless of the form of cost reduction, if it is in conjunction with a prolonged live span, shorter cycle time, ease of installation, maintenance free, reduction in weight, our program includes a multitude of alternative solutions. Based on our experience with various applications and over 250,000 actuators in operation we praise ourselves to supply custom design solutions for specific application...

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