Case Study
Cutoff Wheel
Industry Metals Processing Application A 36 inch abrasive cutoff wheel grinds through 15 inch diameter steel bars while it revolves in a swirling pool of cooling water. Original Drive Description The wheel was driven by a standard V-belt drive operated by a 100 HP motor. Problem The swirling water caused an approximate 15% slippage in the competitive belts, resulting in extreme wear on the belts and sheaves. Plant workers said