3 Applications Of Gear Motors In Ski Lifts

Gearmotors are known for their wide variety of applications. Their importance remains constant, whether in automotive manufacturing, material handling, forestry equipment, the agriculture sector, or wastewater management. Another unusual application of gear motors is ski lifts. How do these gear motors serve this particular application? This blog covers its three main uses.

Applications Of Gear Motors In Ski Lifts

Transmitting Power

One of the biggest applications of gearmotors in ski lifts is effective power transmission. Gearmotors are often used in tandem with AC electric motors to drive the large bull wheels on a ski lift, which, in turn, operate the cables of the lift. 

Speed Reduction And Torque Production

The primary function of a ski lift is to transport people up the slope of a mountain from where they can ski down, and then swiftly move down the mountain to the starting point. As such, there is a requirement for high torque to move the lift with people up an incline. Gearmotors are used here too. When coupled with a gear train, they reduce the speed of the motor. This provides enough torque to move the cables and carry loaded lifts up the mountain. 

Safety And Reliability

The third and perhaps the most vital application of all is the safe transportation of passengers. This means that the gearmotor has to be highly functional and reliable. It can’t cease or stop functioning, especially in cold weather conditions when skiing is most conducive. Therefore, these gearmotors must be able to withstand harsh weather conditions without losing functionality, thereby upholding the safety of the passengers.

The BG Series of gearmotors from Bauer GMC is best suited for this application as they are completely enclosed, offering superior protection from water and dust. 

Bauer GMC is a proud distributor of quality gear motors and gear reducers in Mississauga, Ontario. We supply quality equipment for a wide variety of industries, from AC electric motors to helical gear motors and more. In addition to distribution, we also undertake comprehensive gear motor repairs for both Bauer and non-Bauer motors. For more details, contact us today at 905-814-5152.