Boston Gear Gen2 SS700 Worm Gear Speed Reducers

For installations where the drive system is located at or above the food product, there is a higher risk of product contamination due to rigorous cleaning standards. For these installations special attention must be given to drive design and materials so that bacterial growth on surfaces will be avoided. Drive systems with the most extreme protection are often utilized in these applications. Stainless steel exterior materials, rounded edges, domed crowns, and enhanced sealing are critical design features that will ensure long equipment life, the sustainability of your process, and the safety of your product.

The new generation of Boston Gear's SS700 series stainless steel worm gearboxes package the form-fit-function of the original stainless steel speed reducers, with features including:

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Domed Crown™ Curved Design

Reduces fluid pooling and improves chemical runoff, lowering the risk of pathogen formation and ensuring food processing operation remains safe and compliant.

Low Operating Temperatures

Provides greater ability to maintain required temperature ranges within processing area:

• Reduced risk of operator injury due to incidental skin contact.
• Lower risk of oil leaks due to minimized internal pressure build-up.

Larger Output Shaft Bore Sizes

Allows for the selection of a smaller reducer, especially in low-torque or low-duty applications, if the shaft size is dictating the selection, providing the opportunity to downsize product selection (weight, envelope size, cost) and standardize conveyors throughout the facility.

High Operating Efficiencies

Rigorous testing against competitive models proves that our speed reducer uses less electricity to operate food processing equipment, which generates cost savings over time.

IP69K Rated Stainless Steel

Compliant with IEC 60529 and can withstand washdown nozzle pressure of up to 1450psi as close as 4 inches, making the SS700 Gen 2 Series highly resistant to water ingress during high pressure washdown.

NSF Certification

Features a hygienic design to meet the most stringent food-safety requirements. Boston Gear speed reducers with NSF laser marking invoke customer confidence to meet or surpass USDA or any other food regulatory guidelines.

Field-Installable Shaft Covers

Protects against potential food traps and rotating elements that pose hazards to operator safety. Compliant with both FSMA and OSHA regulations, installing these covers ensures your product meets the highest safety standards.

Tapered Bushing Option

Eliminates the need for an output keyway by using a clamping force to transmit torque resulting in:

• Elimination of keyway food traps, removing opportunity for pathogen formation.
• Mitigation of customer shaft damage costs from galling damage that can occur over time.
• Removal of sharp edge safety hazards.