Wind Turbine Control: Harnessing Mother Nature Using Caliper Brakes
Mother Nature is on the job in 41 U.S. states, delivering power to utilities via wind energy. But…
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03/28/2018
How WCB Is Supporting the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition
From PayPal to Tesla, space exploration to solar power, Elon Musk's ideas and innovations transform…
03/21/2018
[VIDEO] How to Size and Select a Spring Applied Brake
In order to pick the perfect spring applied caliper disc brake for your application, you must first…
12/13/2017
Why Reliable Emergency Brakes Are Essential for Industrial Packaging
If you’re a fan of old “I Love Lucy” reruns, you likely know this famous scene: the pies are coming…
08/09/2017
When is it Appropriate to Use Hydraulic Spring Applied Caliper Brakes?
Hydraulic spring applied caliper brakes are an ideal choice for applications that require emergency…
05/31/2017
[VIDEO] How to Replace Friction Pads on a Caliper Disc Brake
In this video, W.C. Branham's Chad Randleman demonstrates how to replace the friction pads on your…
05/03/2017
[VIDEO] How to Properly Adjust a Mechanical Brake Caliper
In this video, W.C. Branham's Chad Randleman demonstrates how to make the adjustment on your…
11/09/2016
[VIDEO] What is a Brake Caliper and How Does it Work?
A brake caliper is a device used to either stop or hold a rotating mass. It's designed to absorb…