Safety Chuck securely locks core shaft in place.
Press Release Summary:
Safety Chuck provides core shaft support and torque transmission for processing variety of rolled material on converting equipment. Two Safety Chucks hold core shaft in place and open at both ends, allowing user to make quick roll changes. Redundant safety mechanism ensures chuck will close when put into motion. Available in foot or flange mounting styles, chuck features chrome-plated locking ring and rubber finger guard that prevents pinch point problems.
Original Press Release:
Nexen Announces New Safety Chuck
(Vadnais Heights, Minn. - October 1, 2004) Nexen Group, Inc., today announced their new, cost-effective Safety Chuck. Designed for safety when the shaft is placed into position, it holds and securely locks the core shaft in place.
The Safety Chuck provides core shaft support and torque transmission for processing a variety of rolled material on converting equipment. Two Safety Chucks hold the core shaft securely in place and open at both ends, allowing customers to make quick and easy roll changes.
The key features and benefits of the Safety Chuck include:
o Redundant safety mechanism ensures the chuck will cose when put into motion
o Heavy-duty/durable construction provides maintenance free, long lasting product life
o Chrome-plated locking ring
o Ball bearings support the shaft for smooth operation and long life
o Rubber finger guard on all models prevents pinch point problems
o Available with ready-to-assemble brake packages
o Foot or flange mounting styles
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
