by willard.donoho | Jun 29, 2012 | Clutch, Rebuilding, Tips, Wichita
A short video showing the process to disassemble a Wichita Clutch, LI (low inertia) Clutch
by willard.donoho | Jun 28, 2012 | Clutch, Rebuilding, Wichita
Here is a helpful sheet to show the items to inspect/replace when rebuilding a Wichita STVC Clutch: stvc-replacement-guide, Torque-Inc Any questions, contact your local Sales Engineer. We are happy to be of service.
by willard.donoho | Jun 28, 2012 | Clutch, Rebuilding, Tips, Wichita
Here is a helpful sheet to show the items to inspect/replace when rebuilding a Wichita LI Clutch: LIC-replacement-guide, Torque-Inc Any questions, contact your local Sales Engineer. We are happy to be of service.
by willard.donoho | Jun 14, 2011 | Air System, Clutch, Retrofit, Tips
Most industrial Air Clutch/Brake applications have Quick Release Valves (QRV or Quick Exhaust) engineered into the air system to provide rapid exhaust of the air pressure by providing a large exhaust port right at the clutch or brake. Air systems with properly...
by willard.donoho | May 19, 2011 | News Article, Wichita
Wichita Clutch founder John Hart Wilson is recognized by the dedication of his house as a “Texas Historical Site. Details: https://www.wichitacountyhistoricalcommission.org/john-hart-wilson.html
by willard.donoho | Mar 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
Nine new catalog models offer torque transmission in the absence of air pressure or during power-off conditions. Mach III Clutch, Inc. announces new spring engaged industrial friction clutches for torque transmission in the absence of air pressure or during power-off...
by willard.donoho | Feb 5, 2011 | Clutch, Industrial
Bad Flywheel Bearings can quickly destroy a clutch. Bearing failures cause excess misalignment that can seriously affect clutch life on shears and...
by willard.donoho | Oct 26, 2010 | Kopper Kool Brake (KKB), Rebuilding, Tips, Wichita
Wichita Clutch supplies standard Kopper Kool Brake (KKB) renewal kits in two configurations to make repairing and rebuilding your brakes easier and more cost effective. KKB Renewal kits include the following items: Copper Wear Plates ID/OD O-rings Nut’s...
by willard.donoho | Oct 11, 2010 | Kopper Kool Brake (KKB), Tips, Wichita
Brake Drive Plate with teeth worn by excessive angular alignment. Above is a photo of a customer who was rapidly wearing teeth of a Wichita 118 KKB. This is a typical symptom of excessive angular alignment. Uncoiler Brake with rapid tooth wear, ready to check...
by willard.donoho | Jul 19, 2010 | Air System, Clutch, Herion, Spring Set Brake, Tips, Wichita
Many times when Torque Inc. gets called to help customers with Clutch and Brake problems we find the root cause is an inadequate air system starving the clutch and/or brake. Below is an excellent example of this phenomenon with a separate Clutch/Brake...
