Custom machined stainless steel, Inconel, and Hastelloy shaft collars manufactured to specification with application-specific modifications have been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Custom Large Stainless Steel Shaft Collars are available in set-screw, 1-pc, 2-pc, and hinged styles in sizes up to 12-in. I.D. with customer-specified modifications such as internal threads, keyways, […]
PTDA Foundation launches student and employee scholarships
The demand for skilled professionals in the power transmission and motion control (PT/MC) industry has never been more urgent. Committed to helping PT/MC employers nurture current and upcoming talent, the PTDA Foundation has launched two new scholarships to empower individuals who are passionate about pursuing PT/MC careers. “By providing financial support by way of scholarships, […]
Ringfeder’s damping, coupling, and locking products at AISTech 2024
By Ringfeder Editor We’re gearing up for AISTech 2024, one of the iron and steelmaking industry’s most eagerly anticipated events, taking place May 6 to 9 in Columbus, Ohio. We look forward to meeting with you at Booth #1113 to discuss how our damping, coupling, and locking elements can deliver first-class, reliable performance under extreme […]
New from Ruland: Bellows and disc couplings with higher torque capacity
Ruland Manufacturing now offers bellows and double disc couplings with bore sizes up to 1-3/4 in or 45 mm for use in systems with torque up to 1,4000 in-lbs (158 Nm). High torque applications commonly found in precision semiconductor, solar, conveyor, and factory automation applications often use these shaft sizes. Ruland disc and bellows couplings […]
PTDA hosts industry immersion conference
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) held the first Industry Immersion Conference in Hollywood Florida on February 29. This one-day intensive program—developed and led by power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) practitioners—aimed to advance the professional perspectives, experience, and confidence employees and emerging leaders need to cultivate successful relationships within the industry. “Successful business teams and relationships […]
Torque-measuring ROTEX coupling – now digital and analog
The MONITEX BT is a torque-measuring coupling hub for recording torque and speed. We have now developed a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that makes it easy to integrate the measured signals into control systems. The DAC connects to the MONITEX BT torque sensor via Bluetooth and provides the live data as a voltage and current signal […]
PTDA Welcomes New Member
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the leading association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel, welcomes a new associate member. Service First Processing consults on and provides credit card and electronic payment processing for businesses, with a particular focus on servicing trade associations and buying groups. Its solutions integrate with several enterprise […]
Zero-Max overhung load adaptors and CD couplings for off-highway mobile equipment
The recent trend toward electrification minimizes the power requirement needed from internal combustion engines and can sometimes even replace internal combustion engines in a driveline of Off-Highway Equipment. The result is a greener, cleaner, sustainable energy alternative. Electric motors now being designed into mobile equipment have increased the importance of integrating high-performance mechanical components like […]
Base isolation methods for earthquake-resistant construction
By Ringfeder Editor Earthquake-resistant construction is vital to keeping people safe and preventing economic losses in earthquake-prone regions. To ensure the safety of the public and infrastructure, it’s important to comply with all applicable earthquake codes and standards, which are consistently updated with data collected from recent earthquakes and related research. Numerous seismic standards have […]
PTDA Foundation welcoming nominations for 2024 Leadership Awards
The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award. The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award celebrates a woman who, regardless of her career stage, has made significant contributions to her company and the PT/MC industry in 2023. The […]
