Every mass-produced electric motor system has a gear motor. It is considered to be the heat of electric motor systems. Gear motors are simply a combination of a direct current (DC) electric motor and a gearbox. These gear motors are manufactured for end products that need the vital part for the product to operate. A motor is manufactured for a specific product that has its own specifications and requirements. Then these gear motors are forwarded to a manufacturing firm to use them as one of the essential parts of their specific product.
Most manufacturing companies today outsource the manufacturing of these motors because it is a cheaper investment rather than manufacturing them in-house. All these companies have to do is to order mass produced gear motors from a firm that specializes in manufacturing motors. A cost-effective spending of capital that reduces the labor expenses and materials. By doing so, it also requires less time and allows companies to focus on their main production line.
Although there is also a drawback in this option since companies can’t control the exact fabrication operation. There is a risk that they will receive a number of incorrect motors that don't fit the company’s requirements. However, this is a calculated risk that seldom happens since most of the gear motor fabrication companies today uses sophisticated tools to produce them.
Gear motors are tools that are widely used in various industries, some applications of this useful mechanism are seen on different uses. They are used for garage door openers, stair lifts, timer cycle knobs on washing machines, power drills, cake mixers and more. That makes a gear motor very important in various industries and having a well-fabricated mechanism like this will boost a company’s performance and market competitiveness. Contact a Bauer representative today with any questions about your current or prospective gear motor—our talented staff will be sure to help you out.