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 […]
Universal joints
Model U3440 universal joint repair for auto shredder application
A large metal recycling facility in South Carolina needed an Ameridrives U3440 U-Joint repaired quickly on its 5000 HP auto shredder. A piece of unshreddable material hit the machine’s rotating hammer, causing the U-joint’s bearing cap to fail. In the case of a jam, the shaft’s bearing cap is designed to fail in order to […]
Selection and customization of universal joints for optimal equipment operations
In today’s rapidly advancing technology landscape, machinery and equipment must operate at maximum efficiency and with minimal downtime. Carefully selected components such as universal joints can prevent scores of machinery problems and help optimize operations. By Rita Nolan | Belden Universal In most cases, sourcing universal joints require some degree of customization. Joint selection is […]