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Air Bearing Systems
Typical air bearing systems are similar to the diagram shown here. This is a four-station air bearing system consisting of four load modules and a remote control unit. The remote control box controls the air flow to each individual air bearing. Once correct air flow has been achieved the result is an air bearing system that floats across the floor in a free and even manner. Remote control units are not required, however, for all air bearing systems. It depends on the load, its weight and your own personal preference. If you have several air bearing systems working within your company, you may consider a remote control unit which can be used to control other air bearing systems as and when necessary. Systems that do not need to have a remote control will have air flow control valves fitted to each load module and the main air supply controlled by an on/off ball control valve manifold. Click the link to learn more about air bearing systems on Hovair Systems main web site. Click the link to go to Hovair Systems air bearing web site to learn about a variety of air bearing products. Home • Air Bearing Information • Air Bearings • Air Bearing Systems • Air Bearing Technology • Jay Leno Show Stunt |
As
we have already mentioned, air bearings cannot be used individually. They
need to be coupled with other air bearings to form air bearing systems. The
combined lifting capacity of each individual air bearing then offers a
powerful lifting system capable of moving heavy loads of several hundred
tons in weight.