CUSTOMER & END PRODUCT

• Mehala Machines, India manufactures Garment manufacturing machines

SITUATION

• Mehala’s High-speed Integral Clutch Motors used in Sewing Machines had their rotors (silicone steel) fixed to shaft (En8) with interference fits
• Field complaints of rotor spin off

LOCTITE® SOLUTIONS

• Loctite® 648, High Strength, Low Viscosity Anaerobic Retaining Compound

BENEFITS

• Eliminate rotor spin off - Push out load of 9800 kgf
• Bonds with 0.15 mm clearance fit
• Eliminates interference fits - increased productivity with elimination of hydraulic press process
• 30% savings due to reduced labor and quality cost