You know ROTEX as a versatile and reliable elastomer coupling. Now you have the chance to get to know new sides of the globally top-selling shaft coupling: The ROTEX goes digital. It measures torque and speed, shows the values on a display, and transmits the measuring results wirelessly to your smartphone or PC. This will […]
Force Control washdown model oil shear brakes, clutches and clutch brakes
Force Control Industries’ full lineup of MagnaShear™, Posistop, and Positorq motor brakes and Posidyne™ clutch brakes in washdown configurations for food processing and other applications will be featured in EASA Booth #1024. While all oil shear products, by design, are totally enclosed in a heavy cast housing, the washdown option provides additional protection from moisture, […]
PTDA Foundation now accepting nominations for 2023 Leadership Awards
The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award. The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman who, regardless of where she is in her career, brought change as an integral contributor to the success of […]
PTDA to host 2023 Canadian Conference
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) will convene for the PTDA 2023 Canadian Conference in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada June 6–8. 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. “We’re proud of the relationships our U.S. […]
Ruland: Expanded range of short rigid couplings
Ruland has expanded its range of short rigid couplings to include keyways and step bore sizes. This expansion gives designers a wider variety of standard short rigid coupling options for applications with space or weight restrictions or where designers prefer a simplified assembly with fewer screws than traditional rigid couplings. Many servo-driven applications in industries […]
SQUARE AND HEXAGONAL BORE SHAFT COLLARS
A shaft collar is a small, simple component. Today’s bore shaft collars are designed with bore protection and longevity in mind. The problems traditionally associated with bore shaft collars, like equipment damage, are minimized through modern design. Bore shaft collars help hold certain components of machinery in place and even serve as mechanical stops. Our […]
Stafford: features of shaft collars
By Shelley Doherty Shaft collars attach to shafts and other pieces of hardware to affix components in place. They can grip bearings in the right position, act as mechanical stops to halt rotary motion along the shaft, and ensure internal components don’t shift into misalignment. Because these components are so versatile, they come in a […]
PTDA Community Conversations
Connect, learn, and share knowledge with others in the industry through Community Conversations offered throughout the year. Addressing Customer Needs With e-Commerce May 1, 2023 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Central Register Led by Dean Mueller, Distribution Strategy Group, author of the 2023 Voice of the Customer Report with PTDA member panelists: Toby Tobias, Baldwin […]
PTDA sponsorships and advertising
Capture Attention and Build Awareness Among Channel Partners Sponsorship and advertising opportunities provide the vehicle you need to reach a targeted group of executives who need to know about your brand and products. These opportunities are designed to fit your budget and message. Event Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsorship of in-person networking events is an ideal way […]
EPTDA Product Line and Market Intelligence Reports
EPTDA’s Product Line and Market Intelligence Reports offer information to enhance your commercial understanding of specific markets and production line processes. This not only contributes to increasing market knowledge, but also facilitates the process of identifying and creating new growth opportunities. As a PTDA member, you have free access to the reports. (Login required) Each […]
Zero-Max 212k and 412k Overhung Load Adaptor (OHLA)
When fluid power and power transmission products are discontinued, finding replacements can be challenging. Zero-Max now fills this Overhung Load Adaptor void with its new 212k and 412k OHLA models for 2-bolt SAE A mount and 4-bolt non-SAE mount applications requiring a 1-1/4-in. output shaft. For both new and replacement applications, these new OHLA models […]
Ringfeder: HTB brakes achieve high torque in a small package
Reaching the required amount of torque in space-constrained power transmission systems — which is often the case for applications like servo drive brakes or emergency stopping brakes — can sometimes be difficult. Fortunately, our HTB high-torque, spring-set brake excels in these and other tough applications, thanks to quality materials, precision engineering, and a compact design. […]
ComInTec shaft collars
Components for machines like DIN 705 locking rings, thick washers, and threaded ring nuts are essential in the assembling to stop and place a bearing or other components, or as a stop ledge. In steel fully turned. Good surface finishing with edge deburring. Burnishing or galvanizing surface treatments. Economic and available in stock. On request […]
KTR RIGIFLEX-HP C steel laminae couplings
The RIGIFLEX-HP steel laminae couplings (High-performance coupling) are used for severely high-speed drives with a circumferential speed of up to 200 m/s. The special properties of this coupling type are smooth running even with the highest speeds and the weight-optimized design. Due to the low coupling weight of these steel laminae couplings, the loads on […]
Voith: SlipSet- coupling with peak shaving
Ensuring continuous production, the SlipSet is designed to slip in the event of an overload situation. Acting as a shock absorber in drivelines with frequent torque peaks, this torque-limiting coupling safely prevents time-consuming repair work and shutdowns. This coupling is compact in design and can be installed in areas with limited space; this ensures optimal […]
Voith SafeSet- coupling with instant release
Protect your driveline and maximize production with a SafeSet. The principle is simple and based on friction and adaptability principles. No material fatigue or wear ensures constant torque protection during operation. The torque limiting coupling includes a twin-walled hollow sleeve. Friction is generated upon expansion by pressurized hydraulic oil. The integrated shear tube holds this […]
Mayr Corp ROBA-slip hub
Load-holding, frictionally engaged safety clutch Universally applicable Load holding Frictionally engaged Simple assembly Low-wear Configure now Product Features Application Universally applicable Machine drives with sprockets, gears, or pulleys Packaging machines Transport machines and equipment Construction machinery Textile machines Agricultural machinery Conveyor systems Feeders Feeding systems in apparatus of the chemical industry in devices and […]
Vulkan propeller shaft coupling
The PROPFLEX flexible marine propeller shaft coupling is a flexible displacement anti-vibration coupling for different application areas. Torque transmission with simultaneous compensation of displacement occurs through rubber bushes. Through these specially developed rubber bushes, noise-reducing properties are achieved that are clearly superior to those of conventional displacement couplings. Thus the PROPLEX coupling satisfies the most […]
Vulkan METAFLEX
The METAFLEX joint shaft metal and stainless steel coupling is a torsionally stiff link-style coupling. Due to the all-metal design the coupling is widely dirt and temperature resistant. The bending flexible link element of the coupling consists of layered rings which are made from stainless steel. The coupling is maintenance-free. It is based on a […]
Vulkan DISCFLEX DNZ-A disc coupling
The DISCFLEX is a disc pack-type coupling suitable for demanding industrial applications. The torque is transmitted through the coupling by means of tension and compression of the high-strength stainless steel flexible disc elements. High rotational speeds and high torque capacity within a small, lightweight package are major advantages of this product. In addition, the DISCFLEX […]
Vulkan DISCFLEX DNZ-G disc coupling
The DISCFLEX couplings are suitable for miscellaneous industrial applications, in which the torque is transmitted from the input shaft to the output shaft by means of alternate traction and compression of the elastic element. High rotational speed and torque transmission capacity within limited dimensions and weight are the major advantages of this product, together with […]
The Ringfeder FEA fail-safe spring set electromagnetic clutch
The Proven Reliability of the FEA Fail-Safe Spring Set Electromagnetic Clutch By Ringfeder Editor When developing fail-safe systems for precise, delicate, or heavy-duty machine applications, components that deliver extreme reliability and high performance are invaluable. The FEA Fail-Safe Spring Set Electromagnetic Clutch features a durable design with high-strength components to provide high torque in a […]
Nearly $125,000 raised in first stage of PTDA Foundation’s fundraising campaign
February 20, 2023—During the first three months of its 2023 Fund Drive campaign, the PTDA Foundation raised nearly $125,000. 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. “Our industry makes the […]
Ringfeder: Prioritize performance with compact HBB medium torque electric brakes
By Ringfeder Editor Cranes, emergency stop equipment, and packaging machines all require optimal precision, durability, and performance in their braking systems. At the same time, ample installation space is often a luxury. Sacrificing performance to squeeze a brake into the available space can cause breakdowns, impacting operations and driving up costs. Instead, consider the HBB […]
DIN 705 locking rings from ComInTec
Components for machines like DIN 705 locking rings, thick washers, and threaded ring nuts essential in the assembling to stop, and place a bearing or other components, or as stop ledge. In steel fully turned. Good surface finishing with edge deburring. Burnishing or galvanizing surface treatments. Economic and available in stock. Primary applications Automatic machines. […]