Food & Beverage Market Applications & Innovations

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The companies of Altra Industrial Motion offer many critical
drivetrain products utilized in food and beverage applications
including clutches & brakes, gear drives and geared motors,
couplings, belted drives, linear actuators and engineered bearing
assemblies.
Altra Brands Deliver Value Throughout the Drivetrain
Altra Industrial Motion is positioned to provide OEMs with
exceptional drivetrain value by ensuring component compatibility
and optimized performance combined with time-saving,
single-source convenience.
Extensive Technical Experience in Food & Beverage
Applications
Major OEMs routinely rely on the vast food and beverage application
knowledge of Altra’s engineering teams that collaborate to
thoroughly analyze specific customer applications and then apply
the latest technologies in design, materials and manufacturing.

Altra Stainless Steel Gear Drives
Enhance Food Safety
Application ProfileApplication Profile

www.bauergears.comP-7754-BGM.pdf
• Over the past decade, drivetrain components made of stainless steel
have grown to become the preferred choice due to their ability to
provide the highest resistance to corrosive washdown solutions in
food processing applications.
• Altra brands are at the forefront in the development of innovative
stainless steel worm gear reducers, gear motors and other
components including motors and bearings assemblies.
• SS700 Series worm gear speed reducers and Series 2000 helical
bevel gear drives and gear motors from Boston Gear feature unique
316 stainless steel rounded housings which eliminate fluid pooling
on the units.
• New Bauer BK17 and IE4 BG50 gear motors feature robust, corrosion-
resistant stainless steel housings for energy efficient, reliable,
maintenance-free performance in washdown environments.
Altra Stainless Steel Gear Drives
Enhance Food Safety
www.bostongear.comP-7756-BG.pdf

Application Profile
Deli Meat Processing and
Packaging Lines
Problem:
A major deli meat producer required powertrain components that
could withstand caustic washdowns on their high-volume
processing and packaging lines.
Solution:
Boston Gear stainless steel 700 Series speed reducers and
matching stainless steel motors were selected. The engineered
solution provided sourcing convenience as well as maximum
performance and life of the paired components.
• Reducer Housing, flange and carrier are crafted from 316SS
• Motors are value-engineered with a 300 Series stainless steel
housing, end bells, output shaft and conduit box
• Nameplate information laser marked directly onto main housings
• NSF International (formerly National Sanitation Foundation)
Certified
Stainless Steel Motors and 700 Series Reducers

Overhead Poultry Conveyor
Application Profile
Custom Stainless Steel Bearing Assembly
Problem:
A leading overhead conveyor manufacturer needed bearings
for a poultry processing conveyor system. The overhead
system is routinely subjected to high-pressure washdowns
to meet sanitation requirements.
Solution:
Kilian was contacted due to their expertise in poultry
conveyor bearing applications. Kilian engineers rose to
the challenge and developed a Kilian No-Rust 300 Series
stainless steel shielded assembly with an integral stud.
• Washdown resistant
• Ready to install right out of the box
• Slight radius added on the outside diameter, for better
performance when the conveyor is moving around corners
• Reduces maintaining component inventory

Application Profile
Poultry Processing Lines
Problem:
A leading chicken processing plant’s cleaning and sanitizing
process involved pressurized washdowns that far exceeded
normal industry washdown conditions. The high pressures used
would require special measures to protect the output shaft seals.
Solution:
The engineering team at Boston Gear stepped up to the
challenge and developed a high-pressure seal option that could
withstand the rigors of the intense washdowns at this facility.
• New seal option incorporates an additional stainless exterior
seal for rigidity, also a housing modification that maintains the
seal joint while preserving the smooth exterior of the gearbox.
• Housing, motor flange and carrier are crafted from 316SS
Certified
SS700 Reducers with
High-Pressure Seal Option

Poultry Processing
Equipment
Application Profile
Custom Precision Bearing Assemblies
Problem:
A leading poultry and food processing equipment manufacturer
needed a stainless steel bearing assembly for use on its line
of chicken vicera harvesters. The machines removes various
internal organs from chicken carcasses as they rotate on
an overhead-driven carousel. Multiple bearing assemblies,
positioned over each of the carcass stations allow the carousel
to rotate smoothly.
Solution:
Kilian engineers designed a custom stainless steel ball
bearing assembly to meet the tough washdown application
requirements. The units feature a 303 stainless steel shielded
housing containing precision stainless steel ball bearings
sealed to protect against bacteria and withstand harsh
washdowns. An integral stud was added to allow for easy
installation.

Application Profile
Fish Processing Lines
Problem:
Van der Lee Seafish, a leading global seafood processor
wanted to standardize the motors on its production lines to use
as few models as possible, leading to a more manageable
inventory, faster maintenance and less production downtime.
Solution:
Bauer Gear aseptic permanent magnet synchronous motors
(PMSMs) were selected for the facility due to their ability to
perform in washdown environments and extreme temperatures,
as low as -45˚F (-43°C).
• Motors comply with IE4 energy efficiency class
• Aseptic paint coating causes water to drip off surfaces
(lotus effect)
• Acid and alkali-resistant paint coating is FDA and NSF listed
• Unique motor housing design eliminates cooling ribs and
fan areas
AsepticDrive™
with PMSMs

Application Profile
Shipboard Fish
Processing Plant
Problem:
A leading global fish processing equipment manufacturer
needed a reliable stainless steel speed reducer solution for
use on a new shipboard fish processing plant. A two-level
stainless steel conveyor transfers the fish from a descaling
drum to a filleting station. Stainless steel motor and speed
reducer drivetrains power each belt on the conveyor and the
descaling drum.
Solution:
Boston Gear Stainless Steel 700 Series speed reducers were
selected to provide the corrosion resistance needed to stand
up to this challenging washdown application.
• Domed Crown™ design minimizes fluid accumulation
• Double-lipped shaft seals
• Smooth operation with reduced backlash
Stainless Steel 700 Series Speed Reducers

Application Profile
Tempura Batter Mixers
Problem:
A leading global food processing OEM needed a robust geared
motor solution for a line of tempura batter mixers. The machines
gently mix a precise ratio of water and bagged ingredients to
ensure that the batter achieves the ideal consistency. After the
tempura is mixed, it is transferred, via an onboard pump, to an
adjacent batter applicator. Geared motors are used to drive the
rotating mixing cage as well as the positive displacement pump.
Solution:
The OEM contacted Bauer for a reliable solution. After review of
the application requirements, Bauer supplied modified Model
BK17 and BK08 geared motors to drive the machine’s mixer and
pump. The BK models feature PMSM (permanent magnet
synchronous motor) that reduce heat losses from the rotor by
100% and total losses by approximately 25%, while increasing
total efficiency by 10% or more.
Modified BK Series Geared Motors

Application Profile
Tunnel Food Freezer
Problem:
A food processing OEM asked Boston Gear to provide a
complete drivetrain for one of their new commercial tunnel
food freezers. The drive powers a food conveyor as it travels
through the freezer. Units are positioned on the outside of the
freezer wall while operating in 15-60˚F ambient room temp.
Solution:
Boston Gear engineers custom-configured a triple reduction
gearmotor with only 1,800 in.lbs. max output. The system
features a stainless steel motor and utilizes a combination of
three stainless steel 700 Series speed reducers.
• Drivetrain features a 10,000:1 ratio
• Stainless steel 1/2 HP motor operates at 81% efficiency
• Motor and reducers are designed for caustic washdown
applications
Stainless Steel Motor and 700 Series
Reducers

Application Profile
Mixing System for
Lettuce Products
Problem:
A leading packaged lettuce producer required a dynamic
mixing system for a new processing line. A 26' long by
102" wide custom mixing system was designed, consisting of
five sections, each utilizing a 4' long belt conveyor which
transfers product to a 4' wide cleated inclined conveyor. The
system required ten individual washdown-resistant drivetrains.
Solution:
Boston Gear Stainless Steel 700 Series Model 726 speed
reducers were mounted to 3/4 HP stainless steel motors on
all ten conveyor drives in the system.
• 316 Stainless Steel housing, motor flange and carrier withstand
tough washdown environments
• Smooth exterior prevents foreign matter adherence and fluid
accumulation

Application Profile
High-Speed Transfer/
Inspection Conveyor
Problem:
A large vegetable processor needed a gearbox for a high-speed
transfer/inspection conveyor used on one of their production
lines. The conveyor is routinely subjected to high-pressure
washdowns.
Solution:
A Boston Gear Stainless Steel 700 Series speed reducer was
mounted to a stainless steel motor to meet the requirements of
this challenging environment.
• Innovative rounded housing is designed to prevent foreign
matter adherence and fluid accumulation
• Double lipped shaft seals
• Nameplate information laser marked directly onto main housing
Certified

Application Profile
90° Transfer Conveyor
Problem:
A robust speed reducer was needed for a 90˚ transfer conveyor
on a vegetable packaging line. The floor-mounted conveyor
moves food service sized bags of lettuce from a vertical polybag
form/fill/seal machine. The sanitation requirements for this
application call for routine caustic washdowns.
Solution:
A Boston Gear Stainless Steel 700 Series speed reducer was
selected to provide the corrosion resistance needed to stand up
to this challenging washdown environment.
• 316 Stainless Steel housing, motor flange and carrier
• Revolutionary smooth exterior prevents foreign matter
adherence and fluid accumulation
• Smooth operation with reduced backlash
• Nameplate information laser marked directly onto main housing
Certified

Application Profile
Leaf Product Elevator
Problem:
A leading OEM of engineered systems for food processing,
beverage and pharmaceutical applications, required a speed
reducer solution for a large leaf product elevator. The
customers’ sanitary food processing operation could not
tolerate paint chipping and flaking often associated with
coated reducers used in harsh washdown environments.
Solution:
A Boston Gear Model 732 stainless steel speed reducer was
selected to provide the corrosion resistance required in this
challenging caustic washdown environment.
• 40:1 reduction ratio
• Hollow output shaft bore
• Quality materials and heat treating provide strength and
durability in this high output torque application
Model 732 Stainless Steel Speed Reducer

Application Profile
Poly-Bagged Food
Incline Conveyor
Problem:
A major food processor needed a stainless steel incline
conveyor to lift poly-bagged fresh lettuce products from a
floor-mounted form/fill/seal machine discharge conveyor to a
raised carton filling machine feed conveyor.
Solution:
To eliminate paint flaking problems and prevent microbial
contamination and bacterial growth, the conveyor
incorporated a Boston Gear Stainless Steel 700 Series speed
reducer mounted to a stainless steel motor.
• 30:1 reduction ratio
• Low operating temperature
Stainless Steel 700 Series Speed Reducer

Application Profile
Bag Transfer Conveyor
Problem:
A reliable speed reducer that could withstand caustic
washdowns was required by Coastal Manufacturing, a leading
OEM of engineered systems for food processing,
beverage and pharmaceutical applications.
Solution:
A Boston Gear Model 726 stainless steel speed reducer was
mounted to a 3/4 HP stainless steel motor to provide the
corrosion resistance required for the packaged vegetable
transfer conveyor application.
• All materials are resistant to a variety of washdown chemicals
• Self-contained, lubed-for-life
Certified
Model 726 Stainless Steel Speed Reducer

Application Profile
Olive Processing Lines
Problem:
A large olive producer had tried various epoxy-coated speed
reducers and found that they could not hold up to the acidic
brine solutions and oils used on their processing lines.
Solution:
Boston Gear stainless steel 700 Series speed reducers were
installed to provide the corrosion resistance required to meet
this challenging caustic washdown application.
• Trusted 700 Series worm gearing
• Double lipped shaft seals
• Laser marked nameplate
• NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) Certified
Stainless Steel 700 Series Reducers

Application Profile
Frozen Vegetable
Incline Conveyor
Problem:
A frozen vegetable processor needed to upgrade an existing
sanitary conveyor operation within an existing footprint. A
sanitary wash down conveyor was needed to move frozen
peas, corn and carrots up a 40° incline and dump into 52” tall
tote containers.
Solution:
A Boston Gear Bost-Kleen 700 Series speed reducer was
utilized on a stainless steel sanitary incline plastic belt
conveyor.
• The Bost-Kleen 700 Series reducer has a corrosion-resistant,
durable white Epoxy finish for contamination-safe operation in
tough food processing wash down environments.
• Unit features a 40:1 reduction ratio, cast iron housing, hollow
shaft, and Posivent®
pressure compensation system.
Bost-Kleen 700 Series Speed Reducer

Application Profile
Cabbage Coring Machine
Problem:
A leading manufacturer of food processing equipment needed a
robust drive solution that could withstand frequent washdowns for
use on a cabbage coring machine. The machine features a 48” dia.,
275 lb. stainless steel indexing table that rotates 60 degrees in
2 seconds to position a head of cabbage under the coring fixture,
pauses for 5 seconds for the coring operation, then repeats.
Accuracy of 1 degree or less at 5 RPM was required.
Solution:
To meet the accuracy and speed requirements, Bauer supplied a
stainless steel HiflexDRIVE combination of the BK17 gearbox and
a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM).
• IE4 Super premium efficiency motor
• Smooth stainless steel aseptic design for easy cleaning in
washdown applications
• Precise positioning without servo motor or encoder feedback
• Ingress protection up to IP69K
Stainless Steel HiflexDRIVE

Application Profile
Potato Bin Dumper
Problem:
A leading manufacturer of food processing equipment needed
a reliable gear motor for use on a new potato bin dumper. The
OEM’s customer had been using bin dumpers with hydraulic
cylinders that lifted and lowered the bins. However, ongoing
maintenance issues and leaks caused the end user to look for
an electric gear motor solution.
Solution:
Bauer custom BK80 Series gear motors were ultimately
selected for the application due to their higher service factor,
which equated to a longer life. The OEM was also impressed
with the high level of service provided by the Bauer engineering
team.
• Torque rating: 90,000 in.lbs. (10,168 Nm)
• Packaged with a torque arm, a single-disc holding brake and
a shrink disc
• CORO3 epoxy coating corrosion protection
Custom Model BK80 Geared Motors

Application Profile
Onion Bin Dumper
Problem:
A major U.S. food processing OEM required a robust gear
motor solution for use on its onion bin dumpers. The shaft-
mounted geared motors lift and dump heavy, loaded onion bins
into
hopper-fed conveyors for further sorting and processing.
Solution:
Bauer worked closely with the OEM to demonstrate the torque
required for the heavy bin dumper. Modified BK80 geared
motors providing 96,000 in.lbs. (10,846 Nm) of torque were
supplied to exceed the 90,000 in.lb. torque application
requirements.
• Single-disc holding brake included with a 177 in.lb. (20 Nm)
torque rating
• Complies with NA and International standards, including
NEMA, IEC, CSA and CE
• Completely enclosed, sealed against dust and moisture
• Torque arm provided
Custom BK Series Geared Motors

Service Profile
Rapid Response Delivery
Problem:
A large vegetable grower and processor located in Northern
California needed a double reduction speed reducer to replace
a failed unit on one of its pepper processing machines. The
desperate customer quickly contacted his local Motion
Industries branch for help. The Motion sales associate
immediately called Boston Gear based on a previous history
of exceptionally fast delivery.
Solution:
The Boston Gear engineering team quickly went to work to
create a drawing for a custom, 700 Series double reduction
speed reducer with a 1500:1 ratio. Even though the standard
lead time for a unit of this type and size (275 lbs.) is five days,
Boston was able to complete the necessary component
machining, unit assembly and coating application in two days.
• Exclusive Stainless Bost-Kleen (SBK) coating required
• Oil prefilled at factory so unit was ready-to-use upon receipt
700 Series Double Reduction SBK Gearbox

Application Profile
Egg Processing Lines
Problem:
A large egg producer was experiencing rusting and paint flaking
on their processing line speed reducers. All equipment in their
plant, including the gearboxes, is exposed to high-pressure
washdowns and the occasional assault from CIP (clean-in-
place) solutions, as well as knocks from dropped equipment,
tools and hose nozzles.
Solution:
Boston Gear SBK 700 Series speed reducers were selected to
replace the prematurely rusting and flaking competitor units.
• Unique SBK coating developed to withstand both high-
pressure and caustic washdowns, all without chipping, flaking,
or rusting
• Economical alternative to stainless steel reducers
• Exclusive SBK coating meets ASTM specifications for
impact-resistance
SBK 700 Series Speed Reducers

Application Profile
Food Processing Freezers
Problem:
A major food processing OEM was experiencing repeated
failures of competitive geared motors utilized on its large
freezers. Two geared motors are used on both the inner (main)
and outer (auxiliary) edge drives of the freezers stacking
conveyor belt.
Freshly prepared food product enters at the bottom of the freezer
and is exposed to the chilled air as it rotates through the unit.
The fully frozen food exits the freezer near the top of the unit for
transfer to a packaging line.
Solution:
The OEM contacted Bauer to provide a more reliable,
maintenance-free solution. After careful review of the customer’s
machine, Bauer application engineers developed custom
stainless steel BG50 inline geared motors specifically designed
for the machine’s main rotational drives.
Stainless Steel BG Series Geared Motors

Application Profile
Food Conveyor
Problem:
A major food processing OEM needed a cost-effective
indexing clutch solution for use on a new cookie filling
machine.
Solution:
HPI 550 indexing clutches from Formsprag were chosen
over competitive units to meet the challenge of this
washdown application. The HPI Series is specially
designed for medium to heavy-duty indexing applications
in excess of 150 strokes/min. or greater than 90 degrees
of index.
• HPI 550 clutches feature a torque capacity of
1,885 lb.ft. (2598 Nm)
• FDA-approved, food-grade grease with lip type seals
• Anodized coating withstands caustic washdowns
Model HPI Indexing Clutch

Bakery Dough Lift
Problem:
A competitor’s gearbox failed on a dough lifting system at a
Chicago area commercial bakery, the bin transporting 1500
lbs. of raw bakery dough dropped more than 12 ft. in an
instant.
Solution:
The bakery contacted Altra Industrial Motion for assistance
with selecting the best brake to stop and hold the 1500 lb.
load in the event the gearmotor output gears were to fail
again. Ultimately, it was determined that a Matrix 1CD Series
brake was the most adaptable and economical choice.
• Electrically-released, spring-set brake mounts as a caliper
and clamps to both sides of a flat disc
• Model 1CD070 provides 3300 N (741 lbs.) of clamping force
• Brake sized to provide the same torque as the acceleration
torque of the gear motor
• An extended shaft was also provided
Application Profile
1CD Series Brake

Application Profile
Bakery Tray Cleaning Machine
Problem:
Precisma, a major European manufacturer of high quality
equipment used in commercial bakery operations, recently
optimized their most popular baking tray cleaning machine
which removes flour, sesame and poppy seed residues and
dough remnants from contoured baking trays.
Solution:
Bauer 1.5 kW aseptic motors were selected to drive the
machine’s powerful rotating brush bands due to the motor’s
reliability and special paint coating that causes water to drip
off the surface (“lotus effect“). This yields superior hygiene
properties, better than stainless steel, which is hydrophilic.
• Motors are ideal for use in washdown environments
• Aseptic coating is acid and alkali resistant
• Unique housing design eliminates motor cooling ribs and
fan areas.
AsepticDrive™
Motors

Application Profile
Food Processing/Packaging
Problem:
A well known European food manufacturer that produces a wide
range of food products including jams, chocolates, yogurt, cereal
bars and ice cream, required reliable geared motors that could
withstand frequent harsh washdowns on their production lines.
Solution:
Bauer Aseptic Drive™ geared motors were chosen because they
are a combination of an asynchronous motor with a renowned
Bauer Series 2000 gearbox. The smooth aseptic motor housing
eliminates the cooling ribs and fan areas where dirt and debris
gather and are almost impossible to reach and where cleaning
solutions cannot drain off causing so called “dirt traps.”
• Units are equipped with CleanConnect connectors and coated
with a special aseptic, acid and alkali-resistant paint
(pH2 - pH12)
Aseptic Drive™
Geared Motors

Application Profile
Industrial Mixers
Problem:
A leading industrial mixer OEM required rugged-duty
replacement geared motors for use on its vertical and side-entry
mixers. The agitators are used in a wide range of applications in
industries including food processing, chemical, mining, petro-
chem, and waste treatment. The customer was experiencing
problems including failures and leaking, with its existing geared
motors supplied by a competitor.
Solution:
Bauer gear motors were selected over competitive units due to
Bauer’s reputation for high-quality, well-engineered products,
responsive delivery times and superior service support. To meet
the customer’s various application torque and speed change
requirements, as well as space limitations, Bauer BK Series and
BF Series geared motors were supplied for use on the full range
of vertical and side-entry mixers.
BK & BF Series Geared Motors

Grain Processing Equipment
Problem:
A food processing equipment manufacturer required various
power transmission components for use on a series of new
cereal grain processing machines. The equipment will run
year round in a wide range of weather conditions.
Solution:
After meeting with the the OEM, it was determined that Altra
Industrial Motion could serve a convenient “one-stop” shopping
source for several key drivetrain components including:
• Boston Gear 2000 Series right angle helical bevel gear drives -
High torque with ratings in accordance with AGMA standards
for long life
• Modified Bauer Gear Motor BF70 gear motors – Reliable
gear motors set new standards for efficiency and economy
• TB Wood’s QT Power Chain® II synchronous belt drives –
Industry-proven, true running, concentric sprocket design
Application Profile
Gear Motors & Synchronous Belt Drives

Sugar Processing Conveyor
Problem:
A Louisiana sugar refinery needed to install a new intermediate
inclined conveyor to provide an infeed flow of sugar into the
initial affination (cleaning/purifying) process. The facility’s team
wanted to design a conveyor system that used less energy
and created less wear on mechanical components (shafts,
keyways, belt stretch) than their existing conveyors.
Solution:
To meet the application requirements, a Wichita Clutch
Model HCM 12.4 Measur-fil fluid coupling was incorporated into
the new conveyor’s drivetrain between the motor and gearbox.
The use of a fluid coupling allows for a slow acceleration of the
load, significantly reducing the strain on the components.
• Ameridrives Amerigear couplings were installed on either side
of the fluid coupling to complete the mounting package
• Gear couplings feature fully-crowned gear teeth
Application Profile
Fluid and Gear Couplings

Bucket Conveyor
Problem:
A conveyor OEM was looking for a reliable braking solution for
a bucket conveyor unit being built for a West Coast dry food
manufacturer. Bucket conveyors feature a chain drive
containing a series of buckets that pick up material on one
side, transport it vertically, and deposit it at another level.
Solution:
Working closely with the OEM, Warner Electric engineers
de fined the correct amount of torque needed for the
application. They determined that an EM210/ERS 68 spring-
set/electrically-released brake could be located between the
5 HP 215TC frame motor and reducer that would exceed the
load-holding requirement.
• Max. holding torque: 100 lb.ft. (135.5 Nm)
• Max. speed rating of 2000 rpm
• Completely assembled and preburnished
• High torque, lead-free and asbestos-free friction material
Application Profile
EM 210/ERS 68 Brake

Food Mixing Bowl Tipper
Problem:
A food service equipment manufacturer required reliable
electric linear actuators for use on their mixing bowl tipper.
After all food ingredients are thoroughly mixed, twin actuators
tip the large capacity bowl approximately 125˚ so contents can
be quickly and safely transferred to smaller bins.
Solution:
To meet the application’s in-plant electrical requirements,
Warner Linear supplied B-Track K2AC actuators.
• Load capacity of 1100 lbs. (4893 N)
• 18 in. (450 mm) stroke length
• 230 VAC input voltage
• Excellent corrosion protection, important for this food
processing application
• Integrated brake module
Application Profile
B-Track K2AC Electric Actuator
Application Profile

Pouch Filling Machine
Problem:
A major manufacturer of precision filling equipment needed a
reliable air motor/speed reducer for use on a new machine.
The filling machine features a series of rotary valve pumps that
control the flow of stir fry and other sauces during the pouch
filling operation. The machine delivers precision-metered
quantities, over millions of cycles, in harsh washdown
environments.
Solution:
To meet the OEM’s requirements, Huco Dynatork provided an
Acetal Dynatork Planetary 1 combination air motor and speed
reducer that drives a stirring shaft which extends into the sauce
feeder hopper.
• 354 in.lb. (40 Nm) Max. continuous torque
• Unique free-floating piston design provides precise control
• Uses 80% less air compared to vane motors
• Washdown-resistant housing
Application Profile
Acetal Air Motor/Speed Reducer

Advanced Capping Headset Technology From
Warner Electric Improves Productivity
On Bottling Lines Worldwide
Application ProfileApplication Profile

• The innovative TPM headset (patent pending) from Warner Electric is
the most recent step forward in the evolution of capping technology
used for carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, milk, juice, ketchup, salad
dressing, shampoo, motor oil and more. Developed with the goal of
reducing downtime for customers, the new headset design is focused on
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Units feature constant smooth torque technology, that eliminate torque
pulsations that cause cap over-tightening and provide less shock wear
on machine components.
• The new headset allows quick torque adjustment with push button
convenience to significantly reduce the time for operators to complete
torque adjustments during product changeovers.
• A non-metallic sliding joint for top load movement eliminates the need
for grease. It also reduces a potential area where bacteria could form.
This feature, combined with a more aseptic smooth body design,
significantly improves overall system sanitation.
Advanced Capping Headset Technology
From Warner Electric Improves Productivity
On Bottling Lines Worldwide
www.warnerelectric.comP-8650-WE.pdf

Bottle Capping Lines
Problem:
A liquor company’s unique gold finish closure color was being
damaged and removed in the capping process with previous
headsets which also required parts that were expensive and
hard to obtain.
Solution:
Warner Electric supplied 36 stainless steel headsets with
fixed jaw chucks for three bottling lines
• Unique gold finish closure coating no longer damaged
• Smooth torque technology prevents over-tightening
• Easy to set and maintain torque
• Reduced wear on bottling line equipment
• Significant maintenance savings
• Long service life
Application Profile
Magnetic Capping Headsets

Bottle Capping Lines
Problem:
A major soft drink bottling plant needed to replace their
capping headsets which were started loosing torque after
10 weeks, required rebuilding every 3 months, and began
rusting within 8-10 weeks.
Solution:
Warner Electric capping headsets were installed on two
bottling lines. After two years of operation the plant reports
no headset downtime, no rebuilds, and no rusting.
• Smooth torque technology prevents over-tightening
• Warner engineers designed a few modifications to meet
customer needs precisely
• Easy to set and maintain torque
• Reduced wear on bottling line equipment
• Interchangeable with OEM models
• 36 headsets were supplied
Application Profile
Magnetic Capping Headsets

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