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title: "How is a screw jack system driven?"
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datePublished: "2025-08-20T11:19:37+00:00"
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The drive of a screw jack system is provided either centrally by one motor with a shaft connection or decentrally by synchronized individual motors. The choice of drive depends on the design and the requirements of the application.

https://youtu.be/LVtDuKZZVTI

https://youtu.be/ZLPfsdPCKI0

## Videos

### Ein Anwendungsbeispiel | Stehende Spindel - Befestigung schwenkend

In this video, viewers will see a practical example of a screw jack system with a standing spindle, showcasing its installation and operation in a pivoting application.

- [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVtDuKZZVTI)

### Ein Anwendungsbeispiel | Rotierende Spindel - Befestigung schwenkend

In this video, viewers will explore a practical example of a screw jack system driven by a rotating spindle, showcasing its application and operational mechanics.

- [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLPfsdPCKI0)