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Power Take Off: All You Need to Know
A power take-off (PTO) is a mechanical device that transfers power from an engine or other prime mover to secondary equipment. In industrial applications, that transferred power can operate hydraulic pumps, generators, compressors, blowers, chippers, crushers, fans, and other driven
Pilotless® PTO FAQs for Australian Cotton Irrigation
What is a Pilotless® PTO? A Pilotless® Power Take-Off (PTO) is a mechanical PTO that eliminates the traditional pilot bearing found in conventional PTO designs. WPT Power pioneered and trademarked the Pilotless® Mechanical PTO to address long-standing maintenance and performance
WPT Power Welcomes Mike Tibbets as Strategic Account Manager and Energy, Oil & Gas Specialist
WPT Power is pleased to welcome Mike Tibbets as our new Strategic Account Manager and Energy, Oil & Gas Specialist. He will work closely with key customers, industries, and distribution partners to strengthen relationships, support current applications, and identify new
Engine Driven Power Take-Offs: Applications and Types
An engine-driven power take-off (PTO) transfers mechanical power from an engine to secondary equipment, allowing a single engine to operate components such as pumps, chippers, crushers, road-building equipment and agricultural machinery. Depending on the application, the PTO may transfer power
Power Take Off: All You Need to Know
A power take-off (PTO) is a mechanical device that transfers power from an engine or other prime mover to secondary equipment. In industrial applications, that transferred power can operate hydraulic pumps, generators, compressors, blowers, chippers, crushers, fans, and other driven
Pilotless® PTO FAQs for Australian Cotton Irrigation
What is a Pilotless® PTO? A Pilotless® Power Take-Off (PTO) is a mechanical PTO that eliminates the traditional pilot bearing found in conventional PTO designs. WPT Power pioneered and trademarked the Pilotless® Mechanical PTO to address long-standing maintenance and performance
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PTO Distributor Adds Value to a Bulk Handling OEM
Building a thriving business on special requests since the early 50s, this bulk-handling manufacturer understands the importance of meeting customers’ specific needs. The numerous variations
Manufacturer & Distributor Partnership Offers Ongoing Supply and Support to Australian Sand Miner
Sand mining and dredging are crucial to manufacturing as well as infrastructure construction. The sand is often used as an abrasive in manufacturing, road and
Team Support Earns More Grinder PTO Business
There’s never a good time for equipment failure, and that was certainly the case for this Wyoming customer. A failed main bearing in a competitor’s
The Differences and Benefits of Type 1 and Type 2 PTO Clutches
There are differences between Type 1 and Type 2 power take-off clutches, yet both offer numerous benefits and advantages for your application. Each one can
WPT Power Corporation Earns 2nd SHARP Award From OSHA
WPT Power Corporation has received a Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This is the
The Applications of Power Grip Clutches
There are numerous applications for industrial brakes and clutches, and the global market for these items are projected to hit $1.7 billion over the next
How Industrial Caliper Brakes Work
Industrial Caliper brakes are essential components in applications beyond what most associate with the automotive world. Drawworks on both land and offshore operations, well servicing
WPT’s Low Inertia Brake Helps Increase Uptime at an Australian Sawmill
Australian distributor Statewide Bearings collaborated closely with WPT Power and a large sawmilling company to develop a solution to enhance the plant’s uptime. The end-user has
Heavy Duty Clutch
Heavy equipment operators know just how frustrating a yielding, responseless clutch can be. Lacking proper mechanical operation in the industrial world can cause delays, mishaps,
WPT Power Repeats the 100 Best Companies To Work For In Texas
WPT Power Corporation, a leading power transmission company, has been selected as one of the 2018 Best Companies to Work for in Texas for the
Pilotless® PTO; Can Improve Well Production
A Houston-based oil company was building its pumping units using SP-style power takeoffs (PTOs with pilot bearings) mated to natural gas engines. This company often
3 Industrial Clutches That Do Vastly Different Jobs
Industrial equipment requires vastly different capabilities in varying industries. Accordingly, they use different technologies that leverage those advantages. Optimizing the performance of heavy-duty applications, such
WPT’s Power Take-Off to improve impact crusher challenges
The customer’s concerns stemmed from the time spent installing a complex drive system in their portable rock crushing plant. The power take-off had to be
WPT Receives SHARP Award From U.S. Department of Labor
Wichita Falls, Texas – September 7, 2017: WPT Power Corporation, a mechanical power transmission manufacturer, announced today that it has been awarded the distinguished Safety
WPT Power Hires Brett Emson as Asia Pacific Sales Manager
WPT Power is pleased to announce today its most recent hire, Brett Emson, as the Asia Pacific Sales Manager. Emson’s new position will focus on
Engine Driven Power Take-Offs: Applications and Types
An engine-driven power take-off (PTO) transfers mechanical power from an engine to secondary equipment, allowing a single engine to operate components such as pumps, chippers, crushers, road-building equipment and agricultural machinery. Depending on the application, the PTO may transfer power
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