Dings Introduces New Smart Brake Dings has recently introduced its line of Smart Brake products. These unique brakes feature an integral encoder - eliminating the need for a separate enclosure. Of special interest is the UL Listed Hazardous Location Smart Brake available in torque ratings from 1.5 to 15 lb. ft. This explosion proof brake meets the requirements for both Class I Groups C and D and Class II Groups E, F and G. The Smart Brake is also available in NEMA 4 enclosures for motor frames from 56C through 405TC. Contact Dings for more information or for a quote on an upcoming project.

New Stainless Steel Brakes for Washdown Environments Dings Company is now offering washdown duty stainless steel brakes for the food processing, chemical and other industries where optimum corrosion resistance is critical.  Constructed from premium 300 grade stainless steel, these brakes and designed to withstand the toughest conditions.  Dings stainless steel brakes are offered in both end mount and double C face styles in torque ratings from 1.5 through 25 lb. ft.  They are sized to fit 56C through 143TC motors.