Rexnord filament bearings are truly on the cutting edge of bearing solution technology. Filament wound bearings are versatile and ready for use in a wide variety of applications. The self-lubricating nature of the liner combined with the high-strength and corrosion-resistant support matrix allows these bearings to operate with little to no maintenance, even under extreme […]

Built for High Torques in Confined Spaces The CENTAFLEX-T series was designed based on a bridge bearing principle, with high power density and good misalignment properties. Superior to other wedge-type solutions, the CENTAFLEX-T offers high performance in a compact design, omitting the hubstar thanks to optimized geometry. Available as a constant velocity driveshaft, the CENTAFLEX-T […]

The unique split-in-half flex element and reversible hubs significantly decrease total costs by reducing inventory and assembly time. Rexnord Omega couplings are non-lubricated, material-flexing couplings utilizing a specially formulated polyurethane material engineered for maximum durability, strength, and fatigue resistance. The Rex Omega HSU coupling (green) is specifically designed for hot and humid conditions. Rexnord is […]

Thomas XTSRLS couplings are full-floating shaft couplings designed for applications with relatively long distances between connected equipment, either horizontally or vertically. XTSRLS couplings are a suitable choice when shaft spacing exceeds the maximum length of standard fully machined spacer designs (XTSR52/ XTSR71). Common applications include vertical pumps, fans & blowers, compressors, and paper machines. XTSRLS52: Welded […]

Despite the buzz about the IoT and the IIoT, the development of tools and programs for the design of IoT systems and equipment are still embryonic. But there are signs of progress. Here’s what industry leaders are saying about developments in IoT technology. Download the ebook from Rexnord to learn more…

Rexnord is proud to announce the latest addition to our premium line of conveying solutions products; the Dry-PT material option is now available in North America for select MatTop and TableTop chains. Dry-PT is optimized for applications where sustainability is critical, designed to maintain a constant low level of friction between the conveying chain and…

Rexnord is proud to announce the latest addition to our premium line of power transmission components, the 3000 series MCF coupling. MCF Couplings are used as an alternative to hollow shaft mounting options for large drive applications to simplify the assembly and maintenance of gear drives. It connects the head shaft pulley of the conveyor […]

Rexnord has successfully closed the acquisition of CENTA Power Transmission. Established in 1970, CENTA is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of torsionally soft couplings, primarily used in the marine, industrial and wind end-markets. Strong growth in both the wind and marine industries will allow for the synergy of CENTA and Rexnord products and services, […]

Designed to optimize tight transfers in the beverage, food, metal container manufacturing, and pharmaceutical industries, Rexnord launches the Rexnord 390 Series MatTop Chain. The 395 MatTop plastic modular chain features a flat top execution while: –Reducing product damage & loss — with an 8 mm pitch, the chain can go around a nose bar diameter…

Rexnord Corporation is Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based company comprised of a Process & Motion Control and Water Management platform. The company has approximately 8,000 employees worldwide. It has just announced that it will acquire Centa Power Transmission (Centa Antriebe Kirschey GmbH), a manufacturer of flexible couplings and drive shafts for industrial, marine, rail and power generation applications. […]

Rexnord has announced its Smart Coupling, part of its portfolio of connected products featuring the IIoT Smart Tag Solution. Its Coupling & Shaft Solutions products, including Elastomeric, Disc, Grid, and Gear Coupling products as well as Torque Limiters, are used in a variety of applications across numerous industries in the Energy, Industrial Equipment and Material […]

The Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation (DGEDC) announced today that Rexnord Corp. will build a new manufacturing facility and Aerospace Headquarters in Downers Grove. Rexnord plans to redevelop its existing site at 2400 Curtiss in the Ellsworth Business Park. Downers Grove was selected for the project following a national search. “We are investing in a […]

Bearings are internal machine components that are crucial to motion applications. They reduce friction between moving parts by giving a surface something on which to roll rather than slide. Rotary bearings consist of smooth rollers or metal balls and inner and outer surfaces (races) against which the rollers or balls travel. These rollers or balls […]

DiRXNTM (pronounced “Direction”) is a digital productivity platform based on the integration of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and e-commerce technologies. DiRXNTM directly connects customers to data and information that allows them to optimize productivity across all stages of product lifecycles. The DiRXN platform delivers on operational savings and metric-driven goals, including mean time between…

Rexnord has established shorter standard leadtimes for products and accessories within the Falk V-Class Gear Drive portfolio, beginning at four weeks or less. Standard leadtimes for V-Class unit sizes 107-167 begin at four weeks, with additional sizes and accessories at six and eight weeks, with plans to broaden the offering in 2017. “We are proud to […]

Motion Control Tips

Rexnord recently released its new “Installing Your Bearings Right the First Time — 5 Tips for Success” webinar. This free, on-demand webinar features Mark Czubak, Principal Engineer for Bearings at Rexnord, who is a bearing expert with nearly 40 years of experience in the industry. During the webinar Czubak highlights mounting and installation errors are […]

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Rexnord, a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of bearings, couplings, gear drives and related engineered products, recently previewed its vision of the Internet of Things (IoT) at the MINExpo show in Las Vegas. According to company officials, the goal is to add IoT capabilities to power-transmission systems and give operations professionals real-time data, analysis and feedback—resulting in better…

Designed for shrink-wrap case packers in high temperature heat tunnels, Rexnord recently launched its new Rexnord HTX7748 MatTop Chain. Customers around the globe with operations in the beverage…

Linear Motion Tips

Designed for container conveying applications, Rexnord recently launched its new Rexnord® Flame Retardant Low Friction (FRPLUS™) Material for Rexnord MatTop® Chain. Customers around the globe in the aluminum…

Linear Motion Tips

Rexnord recently released a newly-designed, single-piece Centrik-Lok Collar (ER-K) for all 32 sizes of its Link-Belt ER Style Ball Bearings, which will now accommodate an even broader customer base and expand its use in hundreds of applications. This smaller, single-piece collar will fit into even more applications that use ER style bearings, allowing the product […]

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Coupling Tips

Rexnord recently expanded its video library on its YouTube channel by adding five new coupling “How to” installation videos — this brings the total of featured videos on…

A new, breakthrough torque limiter option is now available from Rexnord for applications that are susceptible to torque overload. The is a first-of-its-kind option, allowing users to reset the device from a distance, eliminating traditional, hands-on labor requirements. This innovation can reduce downtime by anywhere from minutes to hours for manufacturers in heavy-duty industries, such…

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Rexnord has entered into an agreement to acquire Euroflex Transmissions. Euroflex is a supplier of high performance disc couplings, used in power generation, gas compression, and industrial process…

Rexnord has completed the manufacture of its largest Falk® Ring Gear in weight and horsepower€” 250,000 pounds (113,000 kilograms) and 24,000 horsepower (18 megawatts). In terms of weight…

Motion Control Tips

Rexnord recently launched Bearing Mobile Pro™, its new iPhone® app, to allow customers and distributors easier and more available access to technical data and assistance for bearings, anywhere at any time. The user-friendly app, which is supported by the Apple iOS platform (iPhone, iPad® and iPod touch®), is ideal for anyone who purchases commercial grade…