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What is The Main Function of Pulleys?
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What is The Main Function of Pulleys?

May 13, 2020/0 Comments/in Blog /by Luff Industries

A pulley is a wheel on an axle or shaft that is designed to support movement and redirect tension. They are simple, yet powerful devices that can make small forces move large objects. Pulleys are used to make heavy work more manageable.

What are pulleys used for?

Pulleys are commonly used in shipping and marine applications, as well as for industrial equipment and heavy machinery. Systems typically use multiple pulleys to increase mechanical advantage as it reduces the force needed to lift or pull the weight. However, the increased number of pulleys used decreases the efficiency of the system due to friction.

A specialized block and tackle system is widely used for sailing vessels and fishing ships to allow for operators to lift heavy loads with minimal force. For industry pulleys, there are a few types of belt options:

  • Timing belt – Contains notched teeth to mesh with the teeth of the matching belt
  • Flat belt – A smooth belt that does not contain notches
  • Round belt – Used to transmit rotational motion around an axle
  • V-belt – Contains an angled track to coincide with the matching belt that passes through

What are industry pulleys made of?

Industry pulleys can be made from a variety of materials including plastic, steel, and aluminum alloys. Many designs use multiple materials to combine strength and increased resistance.

State-of-the-art technology like Luff pulleys deliver engineered-class designs that are built to withstand even the harshest of applications. Unlike other manufacturers, Luff Industries use heavy schedule pipe and mechanized trapezoidal crown for unmatched quality and dependability.

Luff Industries manufacture custom-designed pulleys to meet the specific needs of all industries, including standard duty and mine duty pulleys. Luff pulleys are backed by a two-year warranty to guarantee value and maintenance-free service.

When you choose Luff pulleys, you are choosing over 38 years of experience and the leading manufacturer for high quality and innovative industry products. For a custom designed pulley system, contact Luff Industries today to speak to an experienced member of the sales team.

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