Cranes and hoists are only as good as their couplings, which are essential to maintaining uptime and enhancing the safety and reliability of your operation. Without the right coupling, your crane or hoist may not function properly, causing your manufacturing process to grind to a halt. This kind of downtime is not welcome – especially […]
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How locking assemblies enable HVLS fan applications to keep their cool
High-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans play an important role in many applications, from agricultural processing to warehousing. These ceiling-mounted units can move large amounts of air due to their size, which generally exceeds 7 feet in diameter. In terms of their design, these fans have a geared motor that connects to a forged hub, which includes […]
Ruland slit couplings for robotic systems
Ruland offers slit couplings for robotic systems. Slit couplings are zero-backlash, lightweight, and manufactured with intermittent slit cuts, making them a suitable starting point for designers of robotic systems. While they are visually similar to Ruland multiple-beam couplings, the slit cut design gives them higher torque and torsional stiffness capabilities and multiple length options in […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ringfeder locking assemblies for securing rotors in impact crushers
Apart from transmitting the rotor torque, locking assemblies installed in crushers are subjected to further loads such as bending moments and radial impacts. The factors which have to be considered for these applications are briefly described in this article. Please also watch the video and learn how modern impact crushers work. Function principle Impact crushers […]
Ringfeder’s two- and three-piece shrink discs
Depending on your application, you may need a two- or three-piece Shrink Disc design to create a secure shaft-hub connection. Let’s explore some of their key similarities and differences to help you select the right one. General Shrink Disc Design A modern method for creating a mechanical shrink fit, Shrink Discs offer an even distribution […]
Modified Flex M couplings for oil viscosity measuring instrument application
A leading manufacturer of tribology testing equipment needed reliable precision couplings for use on their oil viscometer instrumentation. The fully automated, microprocessor-controlled device utilizes proprietary software to perform ultra shear rate measurements in less than 1 hour. A precision coupling is used to connect the machine’s rotary head that can reach speeds up to 20,000 rpm […]
PTDA’s Elements of Industrial Distribution
Distributors Do you have new or transitioning employees who don’t understand all the ins-and-outs of industrial distribution? Would training on industrial distribution as a business enhance your employees’ performance? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, Elements of Industrial Distribution is your go-to resource for training high functioning employees. Available online and […]
NBK’s Flexus
This is a multi-functional part made of various materials with slits and the portion between the slits works as a spring. It is a simple structure made of various materials with slits and its excellent functionality is demonstrated in a flexible coupling（ MST and MSX ). This enables arbitrary spring properties against compression, tension, shearing, and […]
