HYDRAULICS
HYDRAULIC BRAKE PACKAGES
TWIFLEX
NEW COMPACT HYDRAULIC BRAKE PACKAGES
FOR SINGLE-SOURCE CONVENIENCE
Twiflex, a global leader in innovative braking
solutions, has launched a range of compact
hydraulic brake packages, which are
designed to meet the challenging braking
requirements experienced in a wide variety
of industrial a pplications.
The standard brake packages, comprising
Twiflex spring applied, hydraulically
released caliper brakes and state-of-the-art
compact hydraulic power units (Twiflex
type LCS), are pre-assembled onto specially
designed pedestals for ease of mounting
and installation. The brake packages can
be further customised to meet specific
customers’ requirements.
The high-specification hydraulic power unit
features a fully-integrated hand pump for
manual release of the brake in the event of
power failure, pressure gauge and built-
in terminal box to simplify the electrical
connection.
Key features of the Twiflex hydraulic brake
packages include the compact dimensions,
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addressing applications with limited space
available. A wide range of braking force
ratings provide superior performance
in applications as diverse as elevators,
gantry cranes, winches, amusement rides,
conveyors, metal processing lines and ski
lifts. In addition, the integrated nature of
the Twiflex solution ensures component
compatibility and optimised performance,
while minimising the installation time and
maintenance burden.
Three different spring applied, hydraulically
released brake models are available within
the standard Twiflex brake packages. These
have nominal braking force ratings ranging
from 6.8 kN to 119 kN.
Twiflex, part of Altra Industrial Motion
Corporation, specialises in the design,
manufacture and supply of advanced
braking technologies to deliver engineered
solutions that meet the individual demands
of original equipment manufacturers and
end users alike.
About Twiflex Ltd
Twiflex Limited, with headquarters in
Twickenham, England, specialises in
the design, manufacture and supply
of Advanced Braking Technology
for industrial applications. With
extensive in-house facilities, Twiflex
enjoys a global reputation for quality.
Founded in 1946, Twiflex has
produced more than half a million
brake units, frequently for safety
critical duty, for applications around
the world.
From textile machines in the north
of England to the world’s deepest
mine shaft in South Africa, Twiflex
brakes are specified by engineers
and system designers in every type
of industry.
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