Ruland Manufacturing has recently acquired RoCom, a company with deep expertise in the design and manufacturing of custom-machined springs and beam couplings. Ruland said, “This acquisition enhances our ability to provide precision-engineered springs for a variety of applications, including industrial, medical, and aerospace sectors.” By integrating the expertise of RoCom into Ruland’s manufacturing processes, both […]
Zero-Max at Automate 2025
Zero-Max is a leading provider of motion control and power transmission solutions and one of the industry’s most trusted flexible shaft coupling manufacturers. The Company provides high-performance flexible shaft couplings, overload safety couplings, right-angle gear drives, keyless shaft bushings, overhung load adaptors, and other precise motion control components. Zero-Max also provides the Miki Pulley brand […]
Bellows couplings for robotics
Bellows couplings for robotics Ruland bellows couplings are ideal for precision motion in robotic applications due to their zero-backlash design, high torque and torsional stiffness, and various styles that ensure accurate movement and smooth operation. They are commonly used in industrial, medical, and autonomous robotic systems requiring high speed and accuracy. Ruland bellows couplings are […]
Rigid shaft couplings come in many configurations
A broad line of rigid shaft couplings that feature over 500 standard items to solve a wide range of mechanical design challenges has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Rigid Shaft Couplings feature over 500 standard part numbers including 1-pc, 2-pc, and 3-pc designs with straight-through or stepped bores, with or […]
H-TLC overload safety devices from Zero-Max
Zero-Max H-TLC torque limiters are designed to disengage in the event of a torque overload, protecting both the machine and the products being processed. The H-TLC features a consistent, reliable, repeatable, and adjustable disengagement torque setting, and is designed to withstand corrosive environments. An available actuating disc can be added for triggering alarms or providing […]
Four new power transmission/motion control categories introduced for PIE Technology Platform
Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) and the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) announce the introduction of conveyors/material handling, couplings, motors, and linear bearings (round shaft) to the PIE Technology Platform™ (PIE). These additional product categories bring the total bearing and power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) categories available to 32. Additional categories in development include open gearing, enclosed […]
New from Ruland: Large bore zero-backlash jaw couplings
Ruland Manufacturing has expanded its jaw coupling line to meet the demands of high-torque applications, now offering bore sizes up to 1-3/4-in. or 45 mm and torque capacities of 2,655 in-lb (300 Nm). These new jaw couplings are designed for use in precision systems with high deceleration and acceleration curves, such as those found in […]
Zero-Max introduces ServoClass-HSN resonance/vibration damping couplings
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 […]
