Introducing Couplings Bore and Keyway Additional Modification Service. Coupling bores and keyways can be additionally modified. NBK www.nbk1560.com/en-US
SDP/SI: precision mechanical slip clutches
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Aluminum, Brass, Steel Bore Size: 0.1248-in. (3mm) – 0.8750-in. (16mm) Outer Diameter: 0.50-in. (12.7mm) – 3.00-in. (76.2mm) Mechanical Slip Clutches are offered in a variety of configurations and sizes. Slip clutches are available as standard catalog items in both inch and metric sizes. The standard line of slip elements provides a wide […]
GAM: Quick Reference — servo couplings, bellows vs elastomer
Elastomer? Bellows? What is the best coupling technology for your motion control application? Each has its advantages from torsional stiffness to vibration dampening. A quick comparison of features and advantages can point to the best solution. Servo Coupling Design There are two basic types of servo couplings: bellows and elastomer. Both provide zero backlash, low […]
SDP/SI: Commercial plastic universal joints
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Acetal Bore Size: 1/8-in. (2mm) – 3/8-in. (10mm) Outer Diameter: 1/4-in. (6.3mm) – 5/8-in. (15.9mm) Length: 3/4-in. (19mm) – 4 13/32-in. (111.8mm) Plastic universal joints are inexpensive, dampen vibration, electrically insulating, and are well suited for low-torque applications. We offer a wide variety of sizes and styles as standard catalog items. We […]
SDP/SI: Commercial telescoping universal joints
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Acetal, Brass, Stainless Steel Bore Size: 0.125-in. (2mm) – 0.6250-in. (14mm) Outer Diameter: 0.25-in. (6.3mm) – 0.625-in. (25.41mm) Length(closed): 1.5-in. (38.1mm) – 10.1-in. (256mm) Stainless steel telescoping universal joints are offered in a number of sizes and are heat and corrosion-resistant. Telescoping miniature universal joints feature zero backlash and accommodate 1/4 axial […]
Oil Shear Load Brakes Absorb Extreme Torque
Force Control load brakes feature oil shear technology that allows them to absorb extreme torque at speeds as low as 0 rpm, so that the dynamometer can accurately capture data at these very low speeds. Oil Shear Technology can provide instant load spikes and static lock-up of up to 3-times the continuous load rating, making […]
Sylvia Silveira and Alex Vitou honored with PTDA Foundation Awards
At the recent PTDA Industry Summit, Sylvia Silveira, NTN Canada, was honored as the 2023 recipient of the PTDA Foundation Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Alex Vitou of Dodge Industrial, Inc. received the PTDA Foundation Robert K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award. Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award Goes to […]
New from Ruland: inch-to-metric rigid couplings
Ruland Manufacturing now offers rigid couplings with inch-to-metric bores as a standard product, giving users a wider range of off-the-shelf couplings. This expansion is the latest addition to the company’s inch-to-metric, standard coupling product line that includes seven types of motion-control couplings and universal joints. Instead of re-machining or ordering custom-made couplings, using off-the-shelf, inch-to-metric […]
Spring-set AFJ jaw brake for cramped environments
By Ringfeder Editor Optimizing brake performance when constrained by space requirements can be a challenge. That’s why we designed the AFJ Jaw Air/Hydraulic/Pneumatic Brake to provide ideal positioning, holding, and indexing performance in cramped environments. Compact, High Torque Output The AFJ is a spring-set jaw brake that provides torques from 5 to 5,000 pound-feet, efficiently […]
Precision and commercial metal universal joints
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Stainless, Steel, Steel, Zinc Bore Size: 0.0938-in. (2.5mm) – 0.6250-in. (20mm) Outer Diameter: 3/16-in. (4.76mm) – 1-in. (32mm) Length: 1-in. (25.4mm) – 7.30-in. (185mm) Single and double-joint stainless steel and alloy steel universal joints are offered with a variety of bore sizes. Miniature universal joints feature zero backlash, sealed-in lubrication, and low […]
Precision multi-jawed couplings
AVAILABLE IN: Materials: Stainless Steel Bore Size: 0.1248. – 0.2498-in. Outer Diameter: 0.75-in. Length: 0.87-in. SDP/SI Precision Multi-jawed Coupling is a rigid coupling that accommodates minimal shaft misalignment. The helical gear coupling enables a positive connection between two shafts that can be disconnected or connected at any time when stopped. SDP/SI www.sdp-si.com/products/Couplings
Solutions from Ruland: Jaw couplings for start-stop applications
Ruland zero-backlash jaw couplings are a three-piece assembly designed to accommodate high acceleration and deceleration curves that result in peak torque. Jaw couplings are ideal for systems that experience hard starts, hard stops, or reversals, including in medical, semiconductor, test and measurement, and robotics applications. Ruland’s balanced jaw coupling design consists of two hubs and […]
Three new larger size BXR-LE brakes from Miki Pulley
Efficient power-saving braking for mobile robots is critical to minimize battery charging downtime. The new larger-size Miki Pulley BXR-LE brakes are ideal for factories and similar applications using mobile robots. These new BXR-LE brakes provide exact sequential motion and timed positioning. They apply holding torque after the motor joint stops and provide dynamic braking in […]
Scrap collection system for EAF quantum electric arc furnace
In the energy-intensive steel production industry, Primetals is setting new standards for sustainability with the EAF Quantum Furnace. Through innovative technology and an integrated heating system for processing steel scrap, energy consumption is minimized, and CO2 emissions are reduced. Learn more about this groundbreaking solution for an environmentally conscious steel industry. This system can process […]
Join Ringfeder at upcoming PTDA and AHTD events for distributors and manufacturers
Ringfeder is gearing up for two important events happening in October — the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) Industry Summit and the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD) Fall Meeting. These trade shows will bring together distributors and manufacturers of industrial power transmission, motion control, and high-technology automation solutions. Ringfeder is excited to gather alongside […]
Voith’s D coupling
Highly flexible D Couplings are the standard for engine test rigs for testing 1 to 3-cylinder internal combustion engines. D couplings feature a high torsional flexibility and high torque capacity. Development test rigs, continuous-running test rigs, and end-of-line test rigs operate safely and reliably with this coupling at speeds of up to 10,000 rpm. D […]
R+W’s model BKH and MKH precision bellows couplings
Brief overview of R+W’s EK7 coupling series. This video covers features, sizes, bore diameter range, insert types, and more. R+W www.rw-america.com
PT WORK Force continues to support PT/MC employers with valuable resources
The need to find right-fit people and motivate employees to take advantage of future growth opportunities is more important than ever. Because of the generous contributions made by companies and individuals to the PTDA Foundation 2023 Fund Drive, the charitable arm of the Power Transmission Distributors Association, power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) employers are further empowered […]
Metal and molded universal joints form SDP/SI
Universal joints are used to transmit power, motion, or both. Cardan joints or Hooke joints are the most common and consists of two yokes, one on each shaft, connected by a cross-shaped intermediate member called the ”spider”. The angle between the shafts is called the operating angle. It is usually constant during operation, but not […]
Miki Pulley power-off brakes in Serve Robotics’ autonomous level 4 self-driving robot
Today Miki Pulley announced that Serve Robotics, the leading autonomous sidewalk delivery company, has chosen Miki Pulley’s industry-leading electro-magnetic power-off brakes to assist in safely controlling motion while Serve robots navigate busy city sidewalks to complete food deliveries. “Serve Robotics is a major innovator in autonomous robotic delivery, and we’re excited to be part of […]
Commercial & precision flexible couplings from SDP/SI
Flexible Couplings have the ability to compensate for shaft misalignment and are designed to accommodate various types of load conditions. No one type of coupling can provide the universal solution to all coupling problems; hence many designs are available, each possessing construction features to accommodate one or more types of application requirements. SDP/SI offers many […]
Zero-Max stainless steel CD composite disc couplings with newly designed clamp collars
Zero-Max CD Couplings in Stainless Steel are suitable for use in systems where frequent washdowns are required, or where harsh environments could corrode the coupling components. They are often used for food, dairy, and cleanroom applications. Most important, they have a new feature — an enhanced Clamp Collar design to maximize strength and clamping force, […]
ComInTec to attend EPTDA 2023
ComInTec Srl will attend the EPTDA 2023 annual business convention. The event will take place in Amsterdam from September 27th to 29th, 2023. Day 1 Events 09:00 – 18:00 Registration / Information Desk • opening hours 08:30 – 10:30 EPTDA Work Groups meetings 10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break 11:00 – 13:00 EPTDA Work Groups meetings 13:00 – 14:00 EPTDA Work […]
Rigid shaft end adapters eliminate need for shaft replacement
An expanded line of rigid shaft end adapters that includes smaller sizes and a wide variety of designs that solve shaft compatibility issues has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford Rigid Shaft End Adapters come in many configurations to solve a wide range of shaft compatibility issues such as shaft diameters, […]
Check out the PTDA’s Learning Hub
PTDA Learning Hub Why invest in employee training? Competition for talent is growing. According to the 2021 PTDA Member Needs Assessment Survey, employee training ranked among the top five areas distributor members (a.k.a. your competition) plan to invest in the next five years. Offering an employee development program leads to: Better employee performance. Higher employee […]