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Hydraulically-Released Caliper Brakes for Elevators and Escalators

Hydraulically-Released Caliper Brakes for Elevators and Escalators
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Hydraulically-Released Caliper Brakes for Elevators and Escalators - 1

Altra Industrial Elevator Applications • Caliper Brakes Twiflex is a world leader in the caliper brakes. As part of Altra Industrial industrial clutches and brakes - Twiflex holds the position of being the brake of choice for the most demanding applications. Caliper braking system for high rise buildings and heavy duty What do the world's tallest building, the world's deepest mineshaft, and some of the world's busiest subway systems have in common? They all use elevators or escalators enhanced with Twiflex caliper brake technology. • For elevators, protects against ascending overspeed and unintended movement • For escalators, ensures stoppage in a smooth and safe manner when experiencing power or other system failure • Braking force from 20 kN to 60 kN • Highly modular - greater braking torques achievable with • Particular strength with long, heavy-duty escalators • Hydraulic power supply units also available • Overexcitation (dual voltage) or single voltage An Altra Industrial Motion Company

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VCS Series Disc Brakes Hydraulically-Released Caliper Brakes The VCS Series (modular) disc brake has been specifically designed for both static holding and dynamic (emergency) stopping duty. The braking force is applied by springs located in each module and released by hydraulic pressure. The rate of application and release can be controlled. Depending on the spring pack selected, a maximum braking force of 60kN can be achieved per brake unit. VCS brakes can be used on a wide variety of industrial and marine applications including conveyor drives, hoisting drums, rolling mills, winches,...

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