J.W. Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now has available GN 706.4 Steel, Aluminum, or Stainless Steel Split Set Collars in metric sizes with Adjustable Hand Levers for tool-less clamping. The split set collars can safely and simply be assembled with high clamping forces via the adjustable lever without damaging…
Zero backlash brake for indexing and positioning systems
Nexen Group, Inc. introduces the Model I-300, a spring engaged, air released, power-off brake designed to provide high torque for backlash-free holding and emergency stopping on indexers and positioning systems. The I-300’s high torque and short response time ensure the shortest possible stopping distance. The brake connects to the shaft with tapered, keyless locking devices. […]
New marine propulsion turning, locking & braking system video from Twiflex
Twiflex Ltd., a leader in advanced industrial braking technologies, has introduced a new video that highlights its innovative turning, locking, and braking system (TLB) for marine propulsion shaft applications. The new multi-function TLB solution reduces costs, dimensional space, and installation and maintenance time. The video can be viewed on the Twiflex website at twiflex.com (select […]
Mounting keyless pulleys, gears or sprockets with a single sleeve
Asymmetric Fasteners Inc. has released a new product for mounting components onto a keyless shaft. A threaded bore in the component (pulley, gear, or sprocket) bolted with the…
Safely wire multiple sensors in series
Eden OSSD safety sensors let users wire multiple sensors in series to any standard safety relay without compromising the level of safety. The Eden OSSD safety sensor operates as an output signal-switching device (OSSD) for “stop” commands to prevent hazardous movements. OSSDs stop or interrupt machinery when entry or proximity is a hazard. They are…
Conical clamping hubs add protection to high torque applications
By Joyce Laird, contributing editor Two Categories of Connections In the world of power transmission and motion control, the different methods of connecting rotating components can be divided…
High Speed Miki Pulley SFD Couplings Feature High Concentricity
High speed Miki Pulley SFD Couplings are rigid, metal disc couplings featuring zero backlash and high torsional stiffness with high concentricity for precise shaft alignment in demanding machine…
High speed couplings for machine tool spindle applications
High speed Miki Pulley SFD Couplings are rigid, metal disc couplings featuring zero backlash and high torsional stiffness with high concentricity for precise shaft alignment in demanding machine…
Free safety training seminar
Join CEJN for a free Certified Safety Training Seminar in ultra-high pressure systems, fluid power systems, safety with hydraulics and pneumatics. WHEN: June 15 and June 16, 2016 (Choose your day or come for two; similar courses each day) WHERE: CEJN – Houston High-Pressure Center 10757 Cutten Rd., Bldg 7, Houston, TX 77066 Learn about: “Safety […]
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Easylock shaft collars from Amacoil/Uhing
Easylock™ shaft collars from Amacoil/Uhing install quickly without special tools to provide non-slip holding of tools and reels on smooth, case hardened (Rockwell > 55) shafts. A new option – Easylock positive release – assures the collars won’t become jammed on shafts. A clamping control wheel on Easylock allows users to adjust the holding force…
Determining lifespan for “lubed for life” bearings
End users and OEMs frequently specify “lubed for life” mounted bearings, thinking the lubed-for-life bearings will deliver the same life – without lubrication – as bearings that currently require periodic lubrication. The truth is it depends on many factors, and only a detailed review of the application and testing will provide a more accurate answer. […]
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PT essentials meet changing market demands
Michelle DiFrangia • Assistant Editor Power-transmission components must satisfy an ever-changing array of industrial design needs, but some trends dominate today’s shifting engineering landscape. These include migration to…
What is a frictional locking device?
By Zak Khan A locking device is designed to prevent mated shafts and components from loosening out of place when they are subjected to movement, varying temperatures, vibrations,…
Unlock the benefits in your motion systems
Edited by Mary C. Gannon, Senior Editor Higher precision and robustness allow keyless shaft locking devices to meet the needs of today’s challenging applications. When it comes to…
12 questions to answer for shredding equipment design
By Dave Ebert, Product Manager, Gold Cup Pumps & Motors, Hydraulic Pump Div., Parker Hannifin Corp. High-production shredding applications reduce material—appliances, concrete, tires, and so on—into smaller particles…
Safe motion monitoring on vertical axes
Options for safe monitoring of brakes on vertical axes can include a pure brake test to take control of high-performance holding and safety brakes through to redundant fall protection in accordance with Cat. 3, EN ISO 13849-1. The safe motion system PMCprotego DS combines a servo amplifier and safety card, for a high level of…
Self-locking inserts handle rugged environments
In space, joint loosening or joint failure is not an option. That is why NASA engineers choose Spiralock key inserts to fasten various parts of the main engines of the Space Shuttle, the Saturn Cassini orbiter and Titan Huygens probe. The self-locking internal thread form design resists self-loosening when exposed to harsh environments involving significant…
Rod clamps retain load on hydraulic power or pump failure
The AMLOK Hydraulic Series RCH Rod Clamp has been developed to provide power-off clamping of rods and shafts. The type RCH rod clamps are actuated by a spring/collet…
Frequency rises in switching power supply designs
Traditional switching power supplies generally operate at frequencies of about 1 MHz or less. But new designs are pushing frequencies higher in the quest to cram power supply…
Open, adaptable and modular safety solution from Pilz
Just as products come in packaging of all shapes and sizes, so do today’s demands on packaging machines. Although packaging is primarily there to protect the content, product presentation frequently boosts the incentive to buy and is constantly adjusted to meet point-of-sale requirements. Even when the packaging tasks are changed frequently, operators expect reliability, high…
Selecting the Correct Electrical Power-Off Brake
By Michael Jermann/ Assistant Editor When selecting a brake to control unbalanced or vertical loads, designers have a variety of choices ranging from simple locking devices to electrically or pneumatically powered units. There are several types within the electrically released brake family. Some units are designed for occasional load holding usage. Others are developed for…
Corrosion resistant shaft collars for marine and subsea applications
These 303 and 316 stainless steel shaft collars meet the demanding needs of marine and subsea applications exposed to the harsh ocean environment, such as AUVs, ROVs, seismic activity detection, tidal power and deep sea drilling equipment. Type 303 stainless steel is best suited for above water applications where the shaft collar can be regularly…
Altra Launches Updated Multilingual Online Literature Portal
Altra Industrial Motion recently announced it has added new enhancements and content to their literature portal at www.altraliterature.com. Altra is a multinational designer, producer and marketer of a…
Washdown Shaft Collars Help Protect Equipment from Contamination
Washdown shaft collars from Ruland help protect hygienic equipment from bacterial contamination. Washdown shaft collars feature a patent pending assembly containing a type 303 stainless steel shaft collar, a two-piece housing made from FDA compliant materials, and three O-rings with NSF H1 registered lubricant. Applications in the food processing, packaging, and medical industries benefit from…
MISUMI reduces prices on many products
MISUMI pleased to announce that a price reduction for large quantities of many products, spanning over 50 product groups, will become effective on August 1, 2013. We were able to achieve this reduction in manufacturing costs as part of our corporate strategy at our many global MISUMI manufacturing facilities. Specifically, we deepened our discounts for…