Zero-Max has added to their field-proven ServoClass Flexible Shaft Coupling line with the introduction of the new ServoClass-HSN Coupling to address noise and vibration issues that can be experienced in certain high gain, high-speed stepper/servo motor applications. Featuring a Highly Saturated Nitrile Rubber (HSN/HNBR) flex element, these couplings are specifically designed for maximum damping and […]
Weldable flange collars
A new standard line of weldable flange collars made from 1018 steel to let users weld components instead of using fasteners has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Weldable Flange Collars are precision machined from 1018 steel and feature an integral clamp incorporating a double-split design and relief groove. Made to […]
Commercial telescoping universal joints
Stainless steel telescoping universal joints are offered in a number of sizes and are heat and corrosion-resistant. Telescoping miniature universal joints feature zero backlash and accommodate 1/4 axial motion. Molded universal joints with a molded slide extension or brass slide extension are available in a variety of sizes, shorter or longer lengths are available on […]
Accu-Clamp precision products from Stafford Manufacturing
Since 1975, Stafford Manufacturing has been a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality rigid shaft couplings, shaft collars, and specialty components for use in a variety of motion control, transmission, and automation systems. In addition, we specialize in the design and fabrication of components for use in a variety of OEM and MRO applications. Our […]
PTDA hosts annual Canadian Conference at Niagara Falls, Ontario
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) held its annual Canadian Conference in Niagara Falls, Canada on June 4-6. Nearly 130 power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) manufacturers and distributors doing business in Canada met to participate in networking and presentations aimed at expanding opportunities for business growth. “This conference featured the ‘who’s who’ of the Canadian PT/MC […]
Zero-Max celebrates 75 Years of product successes with plans for the future
Becoming an industry-leading manufacturer of Motion Control and Power Transmission components came quickly for Zero-Max by being responsive to customer’s needs with innovative products and exceptional service. Its first product was a unique Mechanical Variable Speed Drive that solved application challenges in varied industries, with many of these drives still in use 75 years later. […]
Ruland introduces new bellows couplings with enhanced misalignment capabilities
Ruland Manufacturing continues to expand its motion control coupling product line by introducing bellows couplings with increased misalignment capabilities. These new bellows couplings complement Ruland’s existing high-stiffness line by offering equivalent torque with greater misalignment flexibility. Ruland’s bellows couplings are lightweight, have low inertia, and can reach speeds up to 10,000 rpm due to the […]
Flange mounting shaft collars can be configured for many applications
A full line of user-machinable flange collars that are ready to mount and feature integral clamps that provide a high-strength, non-marring hold has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Accu-Flange Shaft Mounting Collars are user-machinable and can be configured to perform a wide range of applications such as a pulley, cam, […]
Broaden your horizons at the PTDA 2024 industry summit
Members of the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will gather at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colo., for the 2024 Industry Summit on October 24-26. This year’s program—“Broadening Horizons. Elevating Excellence.”—will do just that, expand participants’ knowledge of leading-edge trends and solutions for tackling industry challenges, along with opportunities to network with peers. “Our members […]
New from Ruland: Inch-to-metric rigid couplings
Ruland Manufacturing now offers rigid couplings with inch-to-metric bores as a standard product, giving users a wider range of off-the-shelf couplings. This expansion is the latest addition to the company’s inch-to-metric, standard coupling product line that includes seven types of motion-control couplings and universal joints. Instead of re-machining or ordering custom-made couplings, using off-the-shelf, inch-to-metric […]
