Edge polishing machines;
Which motor to resist water and dust?

In the marble processing plants, edge polishing machines, one of the most frequent problems is the infiltration of water and dust into the components of the machine itself. Also noteworthy is the aggression by chemical abrasive agents normally used during the processing of marble profiles.

While this does not cause serious damage to some parts of the system, for other components such as electric motors, gearboxes and linear actuators, the risk of compromising its operation is very high.

Specifically, an electric motor continuously subjected to direct water jets or otherwise operating in an extremely humid and dusty environment will have a short life if it is not carefully protected.

So the consequences will be:

• Engine replacement costs
• Plant downtime and production failure
• Damage to the corporate image

The protective casing is certainly an excellent system to partially avoid these problems but it is not enough; It is essential to install an electric motor adequately designed to withstand these working conditions and with particular precautions on:

• Painting
• Viteria
• Oil seal
• Seals
• Resin coating
• Degree of protection

Consequently, in order to have a perfect functioning of the edge polishing machine avoiding breakdowns and plant downtime, you must install electric motors with the characteristics listed above. These, therefore, must be totally protected from water infiltration, dust and the aggression of abrasive agents.

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