Mechanical Components

Taking up the challenge for greater technical demands in modern machine design and construction, R+W has developed the unique reliable Models SK Safety Couplings /Torque Limiters.

Higher outputs and decreased operational costs are demands that are prevalent in the wood-based products industry. Innovative lines are in high demand. Generally, the lubricant used plays an important role because it contributes to making new technical solutions possible and optimizes line operation. A close cooperation between press and lubricant manufacturers in the development of compatible systems pays off for the line operators especially in view of the operational reliability and productivity increases. Two results of this cooperation were introduced to the market by Siempelkamp, the world market leader for presses producing wood-based products, and Klüber Lubrication, the world market leader for special lubricants.

Due to the special design, the CLC load cell is insensitive against side loading and other interfering effects. The new design shows our capabilities in making high quality load cells in any shape or form custom made or as standard.

Vishay Nobel is introducing the new KIMD-M load cell module for heavy weighing applications.

Silverson has adopted an Origa linear actuator as the lift mechanism on its laboratory scale high shear mixer, replacing a complex chain drive built in-house with an out-of-the-box mechatronic unit. It also acts at a structural member, the 'column' to support the shear drive head above its base.

Today’s mechanical handling systems are expected to deliver high throughput, outstanding reliability and to operate for long periods with a minimum of maintenance. In addition, the space available to accommodate the mechanical components needed to implement transfer, elevator, stop and similar functions is often limited.

Motorised turntable units from Movetech UK became an integral part of a highly successful series of in-store POS display units for Hitachi following extensive collaboration between m4 Design, Routec GB Ltd and Movetech UK.

NSK Ltd. President and CEO, Norio Otsuka has announced that NSK has developed papermaking machinery bearings that prevent micro-seizing (smearing). With the improved smearing resistance achieved by coating the bearings’ rolling elements with NSK’s proprietary diamond-like carbon (DLC*), the newly developed product will contribute to more stable operation of papermaking machinery and extend maintenance intervals.* DLC: A hard film made mainly of carbon.

When would you specify a slewing ring or turntable bearing? The typical response would be when the application calls for a heavy-section bearing with a large-diameter and relatively low precision. Whilst this is correct it’s not the complete picture. Slewing ring bearings are no longer limited to large, heavy duty applications. Their versatility is now boosting performance in smaller designs as well and KAYDON bearings from R. A. Rodriguez are leaders in this field.

The ARO Fluid Technologies business of Ingersoll Rand is releasing an expanded and improved ARO-Flo Series of filters, regulators and lubricators to clean and lubricate air for use with pneumatic tools. The upgraded line includes a new size and a new completely modular design that provides easier assembly and maintenance of the units and allows for more customization to meet specifications of various applications.