EVOLASTIC is a highly flexible, non-slip, and backlash-free shaft and flange coupling for versatile application in a large number of main and auxiliary drives in mechanical and plant engineering. The elastomer element prestressed to pressure enables the coupling to reduce torsional vibrations in the drive train and smoothly absorb overload shocks while damping structure-borne noise […]
PTDA Webinar: Transform Your Sales Data to Identify PT/MC Revenue ‘Sweet Spots”
May 20, 2022 1:00–2:00 pm Central Register Now Sales data is one of – if not your most valuable- resources. But many companies struggle with how to clean and manage their data for better analysis. And every company is on a different stage of its analytics journey. This session will focus on the foundations of […]
ComInTec torsionally rigid spacer shaft coupling with flexible bellow element
Shafts “backlash” to connect in a simple and fast two or more components of a mechanical transmission far between. The size of the extension is customizable to obtain a specific DBSE with different types of locks on the trees. Lengths up to 3 meters without intermediate support Compact and rugged. low inertia. High torsional stiffness. […]
ComInTec “GD” gear coupling
The GD coupling is composed of two hubs in steel UNI EN 10083/98 fully turned, externally toothed, with a rounded profile and assembled only with a sleeve in polyamide stabilized resin, toothed internally. Due to the tooth profile with which the hubs and the sleeve are connected, you can obtain a high contact surface also […]
PTDA Foundation now accepting nominations for 2022 Leadership Awards
The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Future Leaders Award, respectively. As the charitable arm of the Power Transmission Distributors Association, the PTDA Foundation champions education, outreach, and research initiatives relevant to the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry that enhance the […]
PTDA: Understanding customer use of PT/MC products
PTDA’s Industry Sales Guides offer an inside look at where and how power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products are utilized in a variety of specific industries. PTDA member company employees can use this tool to identify new markets, increase add-on sales to existing customers, and conduct team training. Developed by both current and former distributor and […]
Miki Pulley “Sliced” ASK Couplings compensate for all types of misalignment
Stainless steel ASK Couplings from Miki Pulley feature a unique “sliced” body structure making them an effective low-cost corrosion-resistant solution that can accommodate many types of misalignment. The stainless steel design makes them ideal for use in food and chemical applications. One-piece ASK Coupling design is a suitable method for compensating for all types of […]
PT WORK Force introduces new resources to support PT/MC employers
The PTDA Foundation, through its PT WORK Force initiative, provides programs and resources to help power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) employers address ever-escalating issues surrounding recruitment and retention. As an essential workforce, more than ever PT/MC employers need help hiring and developing their greatest asset—their employees—whether in the plant, the warehouse, or in a work-from-home environment. […]
Nearly $120,000 raised in first stage of PTDA Foundation’s Fundraising Campaign
During the first three months of its 2022 Fund Drive campaign, the PTDA Foundation raised nearly $120,000 of its 2022 fundraising goal. Contributions to the annual PTDA Foundation Fund Drive support PT WORK Force®, an initiative to empower PT/MC (power transmission/motion control) industry employers to be more successful in their recruitment and retention efforts. “The […]
PTDA Canadian Conference sponsorships
Sponsorships Boost Your Company’s Recognition with a Sponsorship! You will: Capture the attention of industry executives Receive exclusive exposure as the number of sponsorships is limited Support your industry by making it possible for PTDA to provide a high caliber educational program loaded with relevant information Sponsorship form Capitalize on all sponsor benefits when you […]
Peers and partners to convene for PTDA 2022 Canadian Conference
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will convene for the PTDA 2022 Canadian Conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada June 7–9. Delegates in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry, representing PTDA distributor and manufacturer companies, will be in attendance to broaden cross-channel networks, expand connections and deepen business relationships. “This is a long-awaited opportunity for PTDA […]
PTDA: Cost of Goods Sold Format & Guidelines
Distributors are familiar and comfortable with receiving information from manufacturers on an almost constant basis—product and price information updates, new product announcements, backorder notices. There are also times when information goes the other way—from distributor to manufacturer. For a manufacturer, information from their distributors about who is buying their product can assist in creating products […]
PT WORK Force Webinar Series: Winning the War for Talent
Winning the War for Talent: Proven Strategies to Attract, Hire and Retain Your Most Valuable Asset About This Series The war for talent is escalating. Some organizations are ill-prepared to handle the challenges of an increasingly complex labor market, shackled by the “we’ve always done it this way” mentality. Others are thriving, armed with analytical […]
Nominate yourself for a leadership position on the 2023 PTDA Board
PTDA’s Board of Directors establishes the Association’s strategic direction, policies, and programs. Officers and directors are elected annually at the PTDA Annual Business Meeting by distributor members of the Association. Two remaining voting positions are held by the chair and vice-chair of the Manufacturer Council, elected annually by PTDA’s manufacturer members. The presidents of the […]
Meet the PTDA Canadian Conference speakers
Opening Keynote Wednesday, June 8 | 9:30–10:30 AM Clearing the Way: Leading from the Front Mark Gasparotto, President, The Gasparotto Group A servant leader leads by example and from the front, clearing the way for their people and their organization to reach the most ambitious goals. A decorated military officer, author, and award-winning speaker, retired […]
Jaw couplings for surgical robots
Ruland manufactures zero-backlash jaw couplings with a balanced design for reduced vibration and constant velocity in applications that require demanding starts and stops such as those in industries like semiconductor, solar, medical, and packaging. The dampening ability of Ruland’s jaw couplings aid in reducing settling time and shock loads, making them an ideal option for […]
PTDA’s Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award
The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman who has established herself as a critical contributor to her company’s success and has affected positive change in the power transmission/motion control industry at any level in her career. Help honor the lasting and impactful change she is igniting through her leadership with […]
PTDA Power Transmission & Motion Control market size report
In 2022, PTDA members have more than a $90-billion market opportunity across North American markets, according to the just-released update of PTDA’s Power Transmission & Motion Control Market Size Report. That’s up 13% over pre-pandemic levels at the start of 2020! Despite the most volatile global recession and recovery in history in 2020-2021, markets for […]
PTDA: Elements of Industrial Distribution
Do you have new or transitioning employees who don’t understand all the ins and outs of industrial distribution? Would training on the 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 […]
Couplings from JW Winco
Couplings from JW Winco transmit rotary motions and torques from shaft to shaft. They also even out tolerances and mechanical deflection that would otherwise result in damage to drive or measurement configurations. Winco’s portfolio includes the perfect coupling solution for practically every situation. Like all mechanical parts, shafts are subject to manufacturing and assembly tolerances […]
KTR precision joint with plain bearing G/GD
The bearing of the joint heads is made by plain bearings with joints type X and XD limiting the maximum permissible speed to 300 rpm. The maximum diffraction angle per joint is 45°. The precision joints type X and XD are made of stainless steel and thus corrosion-resistant. Precision joints in an extendable version are […]
NBK online shop maintenance announcement
Online Shop maintenance is scheduled on Mar 15th (Tue.) from 0:00 to 0:30, EDT. It may be difficult to connect to the Online Shop. NBK apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes you will visit the site again. About NBK NBK America LLC was established in 2015, as a 100% subsidiary of Nabeya Bi-tech Kaisha, to […]
PTDA Market Forecast Report
Released quarterly at the end of February, May, August, and November, the PTDA Market Forecast Report delivers market trend information to help you: * Be more confident in defining your strategic priorities * Reallocate your marketing budget to target customers in industries showing the most promise * Shift emphasis from an industry on a downward […]
PTDA Webinar: Making E-Commerce Fit Your Industrial Distribution Business
In this session, Austin Lowry, CEO of e-commerce consultant firm TraceCX, will discuss what distributors and manufacturers in the industrial distribution space need to know about e-commerce no matter what stage of the journey they are on. From industry trends to strategies around product data, participants will take away a better understanding of where they […]
PTDA Canadian Conference registration now open
June 7-9 #PTDA22CC DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal Montreal, QC Schedule of Events Tuesday, June 7 8:00am-2:00pm Golf Outing 5:00-7:00 pm Networking Reception Wednesday, June 8 8:00-9:00 am Breakfast 9:00-9:30am Welcome Introductions & Remarks 9:30-10:30 am Opening Keynote: Clearing the Way: Leading from the Front with Mark Gasparotto 10:30-11:00 am Morning Break 11:00 am-12:00 pm PT […]