Lever Brakes: Robust Safety for Heavy Loads
Discover ATEK lever brakes – from proven standard solutions to custom systems for crane, hoisting, and conveyor technology. What is a lever brake? Lever brakes are mechanical safety brakes where a spring transmits a braking moment through a lever system to a drum. They operate safely without power (Fail-Safe). Where are lever brakes used? Primarily […]
Shaft Brake Systems: Precise Safety for Rotating Applications
Discover the advantages of ATEK braking systems – from standard solutions to custom-built systems for maximum safety and efficiency. What are braking systems used for? Braking systems stop rotating masses in a controlled and rapid manner – essential in woodworking, conveyor technology, metalworking, and mechanical engineering to prevent accidents, reduce setup times, and speed up […]
Machine Tool Construction: Precision, Dynamism and Efficiency with ATEK Drive Solutions
How ATEK Drive Solutions makes machine tools faster, more accurate, and safer – from standard components to custom systems. Why are ATEK drive solutions in demand in the machine tool industry? ATEK offers high-precision gear boxes, motors, and brakes, which shorten cycle times and allow positioning accuracies in the micrometer range. What role does backlash […]
Planetary Gear Boxes: Compact Powerhouses for Maximum Precision
Discover the advantages of ATEK planetary gears – from standard versions to custom high-performance drives. What are planetary gears used for? Planetary gears are essential when high torque is required in a minimal size, such as in robotics, machine tools, conveyor technology, and stage drives. What distinguishes servo planetary gears from standard versions? Servo planetary […]
Slip in the Asynchronous Motor: Causes, Effects, and Optimization for Your Drive Technology
Understand slip to maximize the performance and efficiency of your asynchronous motors – including formulas and application examples. What is slip in an asynchronous motor and why is it relevant for my application? Der Slip is the difference in speed between the stator’s magnetic field and the actual rotor speed. It is essential for torque […]
Speed Boost for Your Spindle: High-Speed Planetary Gear Boxes in Focus!
Maximum performance and precision for machine tools – ATEK Drive Solutions explains the advantages. What are the main advantages of high-speed planetary gearboxes in spindle drives for my manufacturing? High-speed planetary gearboxes offer a high power density for compact designs, excellent efficiencies (often over 95%) for energy savings and a high system rigidity, which is […]
Hygienic Design Gear Boxes: How to Avoid Contaminations and Production Failures!
Expert knowledge for machine builders and plant operators in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. What material requirements are crucial for hygienic design gearboxes? For hygienic design gearboxes, stainless steel 1.4404 (AISI 316L) is standard due to its excellent corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, and temperature resistance. Its smooth surface (often Ra ≤ 0.8 µm) prevents […]
Revolution in Drive Technology: State-of-the-Art Servo Motor Manufacturing at ATEK
Discover how ATEK Drive Solutions sets new standards with innovative manufacturing techniques. What distinguishes the state-of-the-art servo motor manufacturing at ATEK? ATEK combines decades of experience mit latest technology, a modular system for maximum flexibility and automated processes with strict quality controls, to deliver servo motors of the highest precision and reliability. How does ATEK […]
Servo Gear Boxes: Precision, Power, and Performance for Your Drive Technology
Everything you need to know about servo gearboxes: types, requirements, and innovative solutions for the highest demands. What is meant by a servo gearbox and how does it differ from a standard industrial gearbox? A servo gearbox is a high-precision mechanical converter for servo motors, which transmits torque and speed precisely. In contrast to standard […]
Forward-Reverse Switch for Motors: The Ultimate Solution for Your Drive Technology!
Everything you need to know about reversing direction, switch types, and safe application. What is a motor right-left switch and what is it used for? Ein Motor right-left switch, also called reversing switch or polarity reversing switch, is an electrical component that allows for the reversal of the rotation direction of an electric motor.This is […]