The high-quality original from the world market leader: RINGFEDER Shrink Discs are flange-shaped, friction-locked shaft-hub-connections and the more powerful and reliable alternative to conventional shrink fits, wedge, keyway, or polygonal connections. In contrast to internal locking devices, e.g. locking assemblies, the pressure is applied from the outside to the hollow shaft or hub, thus creating […]
PTDA 2021 Industry Summit connects peers and colleagues in Atlanta
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will convene for the PTDA 2021 Industry Summit in Atlanta, Georgia October 20-23, 2021. With 550 delegates in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry expected to attend, representing over 200 PTDA distributor and manufacturer companies, the Industry Summit—themed “Connect”—will offer cross-channel networking, shared learning, and collaborative experiences. Connect will […]
SIM drive couplings from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added SIM drive couplings to their line of mechanical power transmission products. SIM drive couplings are power transmission components used to couple the shafts of various mechanical devices, often of different sizes, and compensate for shaft misalignment. Four different styles of couplings are available; Jaw/Spider couplings provide a wide range of fitment and […]
PTDA’s PT WORK Force’s latest recruitment and retention resources
Because of the generous contributions made by companies and individuals to the PTDA Foundation, PT/MC employers are further empowered in their recruitment and retention efforts. So far in 2020 and early 2021, PT WORK Force has helped employers: You compete with every other employer out there. Download Eric Chester’s webinar, Winning the Labor War: Finding […]
Ringfeder releases GWE 5117 servo-coupling for hollow shaft connections
RINGFEDER has recently released its GWE 5117 series of elastomer jaw servo-couplings, featuring a new hub design. With its partially slit hub located directly under the jaws and two screw clamps, this model eliminates radial loads on the shaft and achieves uniform power transmission. This hub design also prevents premature wear and system failure. Designed […]
Ruland expands range of universal joints
Ruland Manufacturing has expanded its line of Belden Universal single and double friction bearing universal joints to offer over 3,500 standard items. This expansion combines Belden’s reputation for product quality and performance with Ruland’s ability to machine standard parts in two weeks or less. Customers will have the widest selection of universal joints to choose […]
Disc couplings for higher misalignment servo applications
When precision machine drives are assembled without mounting pilots between the servo motor/gearbox and driven equipment, shaft misalignment becomes a key consideration in coupling selection. Most precision couplings are designed to compensate for a parallel shaft misalignment of between 0.1-0.2mm, which is perfect for piloted interfaces. When the connected components are mounted to different surfaces, […]
Zero-Max offers a variety of options for its Posi-Lok keyless shaft bushing product line
Zero-Max offers a variety of options within the Posi-Lok keyless shaft bushings (PSL) product line. Options include material choices, plating, and different mounting methods. These options give system designers the ability to select the best shaft locking device for their system. The PSL series allows the user to rigidly and reliably secure shaft-mounted components into […]
Hexelus GTR family of heavy duty, torsionally rigid disk couplings
Designed to suit applications where high reliability, precision, and an optimum weight/power ratio is required; ideally suited for applications with high speeds and power. This coupling is composed of three main items: the two fully turned steel hubs and a single or double disc pack in 304 stainless steel. Larger and more rigid than “typical” […]
Hexelus GD family of gear couplings
ComInTec’s GD gear couplings are flexible shaft connections for positive-locking torque transmission and particularly suitable for compensating for axial, radial, and angular shaft displacements. Our gear couplings are also dimensionally drop-ins for many expensive German couplings. Nylon-steel-combination Axial plug-in, easy assembly Torques up to 2,500 Nm (22,000 in-lbs) very good ability for […]