TELMA - Frictionless Braking Systems


	Telma - Valeo Speed Controller • 19th century : French physicist Léon FOUCAULT discovers induced currents. The Induced currents are the underlying principle of operation for Telma’s frictionless braking systems • 1903 : The inventor STECKEL registers the first patent for an eddy-current inverter. Telma’s systems are a form of eddy-current inverter. • 1936 : The inventor Raoul SARAZIN produces the first practical application of an eddy-current inverter for use as a supplemental brake on a vehicle.. • 1936 - 1950 The JOURDAIN MONNERET electromagnetic frictionless braking system is marketed. • 1950 Labinal Inc. acquires the technology and commences manufacture of the systems under the brand name TELMA • 1950 – 1970: The Telma product is produced, and its design is improved. • 1977: The company inaugurates its current principle manufacturing plant in Saint-Ouen L'Aumône, France. • 2001: Telma is acquired by VALEO (www.valeo.com) . Telma is restructured, and integrated into Valeo’s Electrical Systems Branch • 2003: Telma – Valeo Speed Controller embarks on an exciting new product development roadmap that integrates Valeo’s expertise in manufacturing and design, with Telma’s expertise in electromagnetic braking systems.


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