ELECTRICAL BRAKES: A NECESSITY, NOT AN OPTION FOR SAFE MACHINE OPERATION
In modern industrial environments, where automation and precision are paired with a focus on safety, the controlled stopping of rotating machine components is not just a technological challenge, but a HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) obligation.
According to current standards, a machine must come to a halt within a specified time after power disconnection to not pose a threat to the operator or those in its vicinity.
In practice, this means implementing motor brake devices that actively shorten the stopping time of rotating parts, eliminating the risk of accidental contact with moving components. This is especially critical for machines like saws, milling machines, grinders, and mixers, where the inertia of the rotating tools can cause a delayed stop even after the power is cut.