Hydraulic motor designed for industrial applications.

Developed for use within a broad range of industrial applications, this compact hydraulic motor design and associated drive system is designated Gemini. At the core of these developments is a new motor series, the Compact CBP, which features an internal construction that has made possible the improved performance, according to the company. It is said to achieve a wider speed range and a far higher degree of output power, in excess of 1 mw (1,500 hp), which it can maintain indefinitely.

As well as forming the heart of the Gemini system, the CBP is also suitable for use by OEMs serving in various process industries. The motor's torque and power capacity are high in relation to its weight and size, allowing lighter machines that offer substantial savings on space, according to the company. The motor's through hole, which can accommodate a through shaft or even a tube for fluids, creates additional flexibility. The CBP motor is gearless and mounts directly on the shaft. This means there is no need for gearboxes, clutches or foundations.

For end users, this is said to add up to reduced power consumption, longer service life and greater machine availability. OEMs can now offer the benefits of shaft-mounted, gearless motors in a whole range of applications that have previously had cumbersome and heavy electromechanical drives as the only alternative, according to the manufacturer. For the OEM market, the CBP motor is a standard, off-the-shelf product, which comes with reliable aftermarket support and easy access to components.

The Gemini system has been developed to provide a complete drive solution with particular application advantages in the rubber and plastics sector, and other materials handling industries. Even when operating at higher rpm, the efficiency of the Gemini system is said to equal or surpass that of electromechanical drives. Combined with the potential for precise control, this is said to make the Gemini system ideal for difficult applications such as internal mixers, rubber extruders, chemical agitators, conveyors and pre-shredders.

The Gemini system is built upon a modular concept and offers flexible construction possibilities for efficient and innovative machine layout, in addition to space and weight savings, according to the manufacturer. Additional flexibility is said to be created by the power supply, with its newly developed pumping station and greater focus on modularity.

The Gemini drive system is said to be suited to demanding requirements. Besides being approved for explosive environments, the motor withstands extremes of heat and humidity, making it insensitive to the harshest conditions. In addition, the company can manage the entire chain, from commissioning to aftermarket, making the Gemini system a turnkey delivery from a single supplier. The Gemini's standard components are also kept in stock for efficient delivery.

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