Sack hoist drum and loose belt clutch
- FUWA-02160
- Item
- 2014
Located on the Bin Floor, the sack hoist is driven by belt and operated by a loose belt clutch that can be remotely controlled by a system or cords from any floor in the mill.
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Sack hoist drum and loose belt clutch
Located on the Bin Floor, the sack hoist is driven by belt and operated by a loose belt clutch that can be remotely controlled by a system or cords from any floor in the mill.
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