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Maximize Your Braking Power: Get 20% More Out -of-Box Torque with CDWdrives Solutions

Diann Sobolewski : Nov 19, 2025 11:19:41 AM

High Performing Braking Systems from CDWdrives

When your application demands immediate and reliable stopping power, you need performance you can count on right from the start. Standard catalog caliper and shaft-mounted brakes often require a time-consuming run-in period (known as burnishing) to reach their full torque capacity. CDWdrives eliminates this waiting game, offering specialized, value-added services to ensure maximum performance from the moment of installation.

Here’s how CDWdrives delivers superior, ready-to-use braking solutions for critical industrial applications.

The Critical Need for Pre-Burnishing: Nearly all new spring-set brakes need to be run-in or burnished. This process properly mates the friction surfaces, which is essential for consistent action and maximum stopping power.

If a brake is applied as a holding brake, used for an emergency stop (E-Stop), or if maximum torque is required immediately, specifying a standard catalog product means you will not get the benefit of full torque capacity right away. This oversight can create critical safety or performance issues.

Fact: The out-of-box torque on a new, standard unit can be increased by approximately 20% through proper dynamic burnishing of the friction facings.

CDWdrives Solution: We provide (at no additional cost) spring-set brakes with dynamically burnished shoe assemblies, ensuring maximum torque capacity the moment you install them.

Burnishing Friction Facings

Dynamically burnishing of the friction facings
Befor and After Burnishing revised

Before and After Burnishing

Engineered solutions for your application

CDWdrives doesn't just pull a box from a shelf; we engineer, configure and test assemblies to meet your specific operational needs. Our commitment to value-added service means your components arrive installation-ready and calibrated:

  • Custom Orientations and Pressures: We provide assemblies in various orientations (e.g., left-hand vs. right-hand) and at different release pressures.
  • Reduced Pressure Options (60 PSI & 75 PSI): For facilities like automotive plants where high air pressure is not available at the point of application, we offer brakes modified to operate effectively at lower pressures of 60 PSI or 75 PSI.
  • Pre-Adjusted Gaps: We pre-adjust the assembly for the correct disc (or rail) gap.
  • Piping and Testing: Assemblies are piped with the proper exhaust valve and thoroughly tested for proper operation before leaving our facility.

These crucial features and advantages are generally not provided when purchasing standard catalog products.

Specialized Expertise in Leading Products

CDWdrives has developed significant familiarity with products from leading manufacturers like Nexen. In our experience, these items are typically installed and set up incorrectly when sourced as standard parts. We leverage our expertise to:

  • Ensure Correct Setup: We perform the necessary setup and calibration ahead of time using our robust work order and quality control systems.
  • Speed Installation: You can install our pre-configured products quickly and confidently, knowing most of the setup is already complete.

We can also provide custom brake discs made to your exact specifications, and CAD files are available upon request to assist with integration.

Specify CDWdrives for peak performance

To ensure you get maximum, reliable torque capacity out of the box—which is crucial in emergency stop situations or applications where standard products perform unsatisfactorily—specify CDWdrives part numbers to ensure maximum performance.

Contact us today with your braking requirements. Our sales and engineering departments will be happy to provide part numbers, selection assistance, and a quote for your application.

Custom Engineering and IoT Integration

CDWdrives Modern Industrial Solutions

CDWdrives extends its value proposition beyond standard product supply by offering advanced custom-engineered solutions, including component fabrication and system design, to meet unique industrial needs. These solutions ensure that precise monitoring systems are integrated effectively and reliably with modern industrial technology.

Tailored Mounting and System Monitoring

Reliable system operation requires precise component placement. CDWdrives custom designs and manufactures mounting brackets and assemblies for specific applications demands. These custom-built solutions include brackets for proximity sensor to monitor the position of the brake.
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We design our custom solutions to be easily integrated with Industry 4.0 advancements—commonly known as the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT)—to deliver substantial operational enhancements.

  • Real-time Data Access: Monitoring the status of components like brake position sensors in real-time allows operators to make informed, faster decisions.
  • Predictive Maintenance: Utilizing data from sensors enables the prediction of potential equipment failures, allowing for proactive maintenance planning and reducing unexpected downtime.
  • System Optimization: Data analytics are employed to optimize the overall performance and efficiency of machinery, ensuring peak operational output.

CDWdrives engineers work with clients to incorporate these new technologies into existing or custom-designed systems, ensuring reliability and maximizing efficiency for the modern industrial landscape.

CDWdrives provides reliable, high-efficiency braking systems that are engineered for your application. Our expertise and value-added services ensure immediate maximum braking performance.

Contact us today and discover the CDWdrives difference.