Mechanical Components

Parker Hannifin has introduced a range of innovative air fuses that protect operators of pneumatic equipment from the hazards associated with broken compressed-air hose. The Moduflex AirGuard system enables plant managers to comply easily and cost effectively with increasingly stringent guidelines on the safe use of pneumatic equipment from industry associations such as ISO.

SKF’s magnetic bearing technology is part of the new variable speed drive solutions that are seeing screw compressors replaced by centrifugal turbo-machines in air and chiller compressor applications and give a typical efficiency increase from 75% to 85%.

There are a variety of different applications for Huco Dynatork piston air motors that require precise speed control. These motors excel in stop start applications where speeds are below 800 rpm. Paint stirring is just one of them.

Processors who have to dry abrasive slurries are plagued by a gradual loss of vacuum, leading to longer and longer drying cycles. For most, the greater the vacuum, the shorter the batch time, and the more profitable the process. Users have reported MECO-DR seals holding as little as 2-3 torr of vacuum, resulting in dryer cycle times 20-50% shorter than using their previous seals.

Mclennan’s P5 series high precision instrument gearheads, based upon the international ovoid gearbox standard, have undergone some design enhancements resulting in improved delivery times and increased application durability.

Elesa have an extensive range of ESD compatible standard machine components, including their M443-ESD grab handle and three variants of their BT fluted grip knob.

The latest generation of concentric locking bearings from SKF are enabling manufacturers to increase the reliability and performance of industrial fans, minimising maintenance costs for end users. The ConCentra range of ball and roller bearings offers service life of up to three times longer than that of conventional non-concentric mounting bearings and are lubrication-free, reducing operational costs considerably.

Photonic Products has expanded its range of laser diode modules with the near-infrared PM-606-P Photon laser module which uses the first 705nm semiconductor laser diode from Opnext. This is an innovative laser diode module; a lasing wavelength of 705nm is totally new to the market.

Munich-based manufacturer of high-performance roller chains Iwis is presenting transfer chains with wear-resistant synthetic transport attachments at this year’s Motek, the international trade fair for assembly and handling technology in Stuttgart, Germany. Transfer chains are used to convey, transport and position containers and workpiece carriers.

When tackling a fixing issue between two mating components, it can prove beneficial to consider integrating an innovative radial spring fastener. Stuart Kelly, Appliance Product Manager at Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics Rencol, looks into the many possibilities of using tolerance rings.