Clutch-Brake handles repetitive start/stop conveying.

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Shaft-mounted LSCB-44 Clutch-Brake uses clutch disengagement springs as brake actuators. Brake automatically engages as clutch releases for fast, dependable stopping and holding. Splined hub ensures full brake torque to system. Clutching and braking components use same piston, eliminating simultaneous engagement. Device is suitable for starting and stopping roller shaft on chain-driven, accumulating conveyors.



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Nexen Group Unveils Shaft-Mounted Clutch-Brake for Material Handling



(Vadnais Heights, Minn. - August 6, 2002) Nexen Group, Inc., today announced their new shaft-mounted Clutch-Brake (LSCB-44), which is the ideal solution for repetitive start/stop conveying applications. This low-cost, compact, single piston clutch-brake utilizes the clutch disengagement springs as brake actuators.

The splined hub design of the LSCB-44 assures full brake torque to the system. Both clutching and braking components use the same piston, which eliminates simultaneous engagement. The clutch release springs also serve as the brake engagement force, the brake automatically engages as the clutch releases for fast, dependable stopping and holding. The key features and benefits of the LSCB-44 include:

oLow cost compared to competitive clutch-brakes
oVariable mounting configurations
oBrake Torque 6.3 Nm (56 in-lb) at zero air pressure
oClutch torque: 238 Nm at 5.5 bar (2110 in-lb at 80 psi)
oCompact size of 115.8 mm (4.56 in.) diameter x 130.6 mm (5.14 in.) long
oBore range: 12-32 mm (0.500 - 1.250 in.)
oOpen design for improved airflow and high heat dissipation
oInternal spline drive for trouble-free disengagement performance
oNo rotary air union required
oThrough-shaft design with three set screws for easy mounting
oField repairable O-rings, facings and springs

Nexen's LSCB-44 clutch-brake is ideal for starting and stopping the roller shaft on chain driven, accumulating conveyors. Its simple design, outstanding performance and low cost makes this a superior choice for motion control on all material handling conveyor systems.

Nexen is a leading manufacturer of brakes, clutches, servo motor and linear motion brakes, torque limiters, overload protection devices, and web tension control systems for a variety of industrial applications ranging from motion control and robotics to packaging and material handling. With headquarters in Vadnais Heights, Minn., Nexen has more than 40 worldwide sales offices and more than 1,500 worldwide distributor sales outlets. For more information on Nexen's line of motion control products, contact:

Bobbi J. Jensen
Marketing Communications
560 Oak Grove Parkway
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
651/286-1054
www.nexengroup.com

COMPANY BACKGROUNDER

Description
Nexen Group, Inc. is a leader in pneumatic power transmission components worldwide. Nexen has been producing industrial clutches, brakes, and web tension control products for nearly 50 years. Their customers span every industry - from multi-national corporations to small businesses - and range from design engineers to plant maintenance.

History
A privately held company, Nexen traces its origins to 1902 when a firm called Horton was founded. In 1951, Hugh Schilling, Sr. and three investors purchased the company and named it Horton Inc. Over the years, the company evolved into two distinct product lines - industrial products (including motion control and web control systems) and diesel vehicle components. In January 1999, Horton split into two separate companies. Hugh (Hutch) K. Schilling, Jr., who was president of Horton Inc., acquired the industrial products business. The headquarters for this business moved from Minneapolis to Vadnais Heights and was renamed Nexen Group in June 1999.

Products/Services
Nexen Group is a leading manufacturer of brakes, clutches, torque limiters, overload protection devices and control systems for a variety of industrial applications ranging from packing equipment to sawmills and automobile conveyor systems. The Air Champ® line of clutches and brakes is the industry standard for rotary motion control and power transmission. The company's extensive distribution network serves markets throughout the world with a product line of more than 2,500 components and systems for stop-start, disconnect and overload protection.

The Eclipse(TM) line of spring-applied brakes set new standards for strength and product design. Its servo motor brakes deliver so much torque they exceed the continuous stall torque of a servo motor. They confidently hold loads in all axes and during emergency-stop situations. These products offer safety and performance for virtually any AC, servo or linear motor.

Nexen also offers systems for guiding and tension control of roll material moving through a web production machine. Nexen web control systems ensure even flow of material and close-tolerance registration with maximum throughput. Applications range from printing of paper and cardboard for food and other packaging to the production of flexible circuit assemblies applied to polymer films.

Employees/Sales/Distribution
Nexen Group has 150 employees at its headquarters location in Vadnais Heights, Minn., and at its manufacturing facility in Webster, Wis. The company also has more 40 worldwide sales offices and more than 1,500 worldwide distributor sales outlets. The company has 120 U.S. and international patents. For more information on Nexen and its products, visit us at www.nexengroup.com, or contact:

Bobbi J. Jensen
Marketing Communications
560 Oak Grove Parkway
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
651/286-1054
bjensen@nexengroup.com

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