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News Release from: Lenze | Subject: Gearboxes
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 11 November 2005
Gearboxes comply with ATEX Category 2
conditions
Following risk analysis, Lenze G-motion helical-bevel, bevel, helical, shaft mounted helical and helical-worm gearboxes now comply with ATEX Category 2 conditions.
Since coming into force on 1 July 2003, the ATEX guidelines have governed measures in Europe for protecting against explosions In addition to electrical sources, mechanical ignition sources are now taken into account
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 27 Jun 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Research into gearbox materials, such as rotary shaft seals, together with extensive test running, has resulted in a doubling of the service life of geared motors, so reducing costs.
In view of this, Lenze carried out a risk analysis of its extensive gearbox modular system.
As a result, design modifications were made.
G-motion helical-bevel, bevel, helical, shaft mounted helical and helical-worm gearboxes now comply with ATEX Category 2 conditions.
The gearbox range was designed so that different types and sizes could be combined with any standard Ex motor using normal flanges.
Mechanical engineering companies are therefore able to select the ideal drive unit for their application in potentially explosive areas.
Motors and gearboxes can also be easily detached from each other for maintenance.
This considerably reduces the number of spare parts held in storage.
The Lenze G-motion range has a power range up to 45kW and output torques up to 12,000Nm with finely stepped output speeds and high gearing quality. Request a free brochure from Lenze ...
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