NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has launched NXD, its latest-generation surface treatment technology for aluminium drive solutions. The advanced coating significantly improves resistance to extreme environmental conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance even in demanding industrial applications.
NXD: Advanced Protection for Aluminium Drive Systems
Designed for gear units, smooth motors, and frequency inverters, NXD provides an economical and effective alternative for protecting heavily stressed drive solutions. By increasing durability, NXD enhances system availability and reliability. Additionally, the surfaces are free from chromates and PFAS, making them environmentally friendly.
Two Variants for Maximum Protection
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers two NXD variants to suit different industrial needs:
- NXD BASIC® – Robust Corrosion Resistance
- Features a galvanically-produced base layer with an additional varnish
- Protects against corrosion even if the varnish is damaged
- Ideal for offshore environments and other demanding conditions
- NXD tupH® – Hygienic and Food-Safe
- Includes a galvanised base layer with a sealer, preventing microcracks and flaking
- Provides resistance to acids and alkalis, ensuring durability in wash-down applications
- FDA-approved and compliant with EU Regulation 1935/2004, making it safe for food processing industries
Food-Safe Protection for Hygienic Applications
NXD tupH® offers exceptional protection for environments that require frequent cleaning and disinfection. Unlike conventional coatings, its sealed surface prevents particle flaking, ensuring a hygiene-friendly solution. This makes NXD tupH® ideal for industries with stringent hygiene standards, such as food processing and pharmaceuticals.
The Advantages of Aluminium in Drive Technology
With NXD technology, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS enhances the benefits of aluminium drive components, which offer:
- Lightweight and cost-effective construction
- Full recyclability, supporting sustainability goals
- Superior heat conductivity, reducing surface temperatures for improved efficiency
NXD Integration Across NORD’s Product Range
NXD is available for all NORD aluminium drive components, including:
- DuoDrive geared motor system
- IE5+ smooth motors for high energy efficiency
- NORDBLOC.1® helical in-line and bevel gear units
- NORDAC ON PURE decentralised frequency inverter (soon to be available with an NXD tupH® interface)
As per the press release, by offering complete drive systems with food-safe surface protection, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS delivers a reliable, high-performance solution from a single source.
