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IP69K electric cylinders

January 10, 2014

USDA certified for meat (livestock), poultry and dairy processing applications, Tolomatic stainless steel ERD25 and ERD30 IP69K electric cylinders have a hygienic design that features a round body, smooth edges, stainless steel construction, welded joints and a hygienic bracket.

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Stainless steel servomotors

December 6, 2013

Kollmorgen AKMH synchronous, IP69K-rated, 316L stainless steel servomotors feature a hygienic housing that meets EHEDG, NSF, BISSC and 3A guidelines.

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Servomotors

September 11, 2013

Siemens Generation II Simotics 1FK7 servomotors feature 7 shaft heights, a quick-connect power connector and 20- and 24-bit field-replaceable encoders in 10 styles.

TECH FLASH

Methods to curb energy rate increases

Many processors have already switched out inefficient lighting and invested in high-efficiency motors, and some have tried demand control while others have instituted real-time purchasing of energy.

Wayne Labs

June 26, 2013

FE interviewed Brian Flynn, chief technology officer of ZF Energy Development, to discuss the options processors have in cutting energy costs.

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Washdown AC motors

May 16, 2013

Omega WSS stainless steel washdown AC motors are constructed with windings that are doubled dipped and cured in polyester insulating varnish.

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Geared motors

April 9, 2013

Siemens Simogear geared motors come in helical, parallel shaft and helical bevel gear unit types with either high-efficiency or NEMA Premium motors.

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Stainless steel servomotors

October 16, 2012

Kollmorgen stainless steel W Series IP69K-sealed hygienic motors feature an all stainless steel, round housing for operation in harsh food and beverage applications.

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