The quest for smaller machine footprints continues as designers seek new ways to reduce machine size while increasing output. The Zero-Max CD coupling pictured provides precise and reliable shaft connections in less space than other couplings. It operates without fatigue for reliable 24/7 operation required in the latest machine designs. Key to this CD coupling […]
Sleeve style coupling installation: Audio
Below is an audio excerpt from a Design World webinar presentation by John Smihal of TB Wood’s Inc. Here, Smihal covers some best practices for handling sleeve coupling installation. For more on sleeve style coupling installation click here. TB Wood’s www.tbwoods.com
R+W reveals new models and sizes for high torque ST safety couplings
High capacity torque limiters from R+W now have more customization and sizing options than ever before. After years of development, the ST line has added 5 sizes across the product line as well as 4 new models to better meet requirements in all industries. The newly available sizes will broaden the range from 2KNm to […]
TB Wood’s Sure-Flex Plus Couplings for ANSI Centrifugal Pump Packages
GPM has been specifying TB Wood’s Sure-Flex couplings for several years. Early on, the company used competitor couplings, but eventually it switched to TB Wood’s because of the quality and value of the Sure-Flex coupling along with the trustworthy reputation TB Wood’s has in the market. GPM routinely replaces competitor couplings in the field. Their […]
Huco Multi-Beam Couplings for Tractor Transmission
CLAAS Industrietechnik GmbH, based in Paderborn, Germany is part of the CLAAS Group that focuses on drive technology including gearboxes and hydraulics. CLAAS Industrietechnik needed a coupling solution for use in the transmission for its newest range of ARION 500/600 series tractors. Having identified a contamination issue caused by the ‘as-machined’ delivery condition of many […]
Coupling alignment for precision motion control applications: Audio
Edited by Marisa Martin *Below is an audio excerpt from a Design World webinar presentation by Andy Lechner of R+W America. Here, Lechner covers some best practices for handling coupling installation in precision motion control applications. For more on coupling alignment for precision motion control applications click here. R+W America www.rw-america.com
Torsionally soft coupling installation: audio
Edited by Marisa Martin *This is an excerpt from a Design World Webinar presentation by Ed Cole of Ringfeder Power Transmission.* To read how to install a torsionally soft coupling, click here. Ringfeder ringfeder.com
Company Profile: Renold
Company Name: Renold Established: 1864 Headquarters: Wythenshawe, Manchester, England Some Products: Transmission chain, leaf chain, conveyor chain, gears, couplings, etc. Renold www.renold.com
Company Profile: Guardian Couplings
Company Name: Guardian Couplings Guardian Couplings is a member of the Altra Industrial Motion Group See article here. Established: 1941 Headquarters: Michigan City, IN Some Products: Flywheel couplings, specialty couplings, hydraulic pump mounts, etc. Guardian Couplings www.guardiancouplings.com
Company Profile: Rexnord
Company Name: Rexnord Established: 1892 Headquarters: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Mission Statement: “To be a leading marketer and world class manufacturer of power transmission, aerospace, and specialty components, products & systems and provide superior growth and command sustainable competitive advantage.” Rexnord www.rexnord.com
