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 be used in a variety of operations, so deciding which one is preferred will require examining the setup and benefits of both. Type 1 PTO Clutch A Type 1 PTO […]
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 second consecutive year that the Wichita Falls, Texas plant has earned the SHARP recognition, which identifies small business employers who demonstrate exemplary safety and health management practices. “SHARP is a […]
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 decade alone. Particular components, such as Power Grip and Power Grip PO Clutches, can be extremely beneficial in the operation of heavy machinery in oil & gas extraction, iron and […]
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 rigs, forestry equipment, and others all rely on heavy-duty brakes. Depending on the operating conditions, industrial caliper brakes are used in straightforward applications such as static holding, stopping, and includes […]
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, and considerable costs due to downtime. That’s why your industrial equipment needs heavy-duty clutches to perform at the highest level. A solidly dependable engagement, coupled with unparalleled durability and build […]
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 second year in a row. The 2018 Best Companies program is sponsored by Texas Monthly magazine, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), the Society for Human Resource Management-Texas State Council […]
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 as chippers and anchor winches, is crucial for cost-effective operations worldwide. For this reason, the global market for Industrial Clutches and Brakes is growing, and projections suggest it will reach […]
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 & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award. The United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognizes small-business employers who implement and continuously improve effective safety and […]
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 more face-to-face communications with both distributors and Original Equipment Manufacturers in the region. He will coordinate and provide technical solutions, new product developments, and general field support for WPT customers. […]
WPT Power Corporation Announces New Distributor
WPT Power has announced that Dellner Brakes AB is the authorized distributor for Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, effective July 17, 2017. Based in Sweden, Dellner Brakes AB will provide sales and distribution support for WPT’s industrial clutches and brakes, as well as engine-driven products. For 76 years, Dellner Brakes AB has been a company that […]