A Smooth Path To Drive Coupling Selection Engineers and designers working on power transmission applications can often face a daunting task when it comes to specifying the most appropriate drive coupling for the task in hand. Detailed consideration must be given to both sides of the drive equation, input and output, with […]
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Stay aligned to avoid problems in the drivetrain
The importance of coupling alignment For drive couplings to be fully effective, it is essential that not only is the correct type of coupling specified for the application but that the coupling is also correctly installed and aligned. Although certain coupling types are designed to accommodate some shaft misalignment or displacement in service, like any […]
A Guide To Auxiliary Power Options
Auxiliary Power Options – Marine Applications Working vessels that need to ensure optimum profitability and power efficiently often require auxiliary power, which is achieved by using a range of solutions utilising both pump drives and PTO’s. Auxiliary power is commonly required mostly in the form of hydraulics operating equipment such as cranes, fishing equipment, winches, […]
How to choose the best pump drive for your application? A guide to splitter versus single head pump drives.
How to choose the best pump drive for your application? A guide to splitter versus single head pump drives. Hydraulic power systems are commonplace in many mobile driveline designs from construction equipment, mining vehicles to crushing and screening plant machinery. Many of these applications require multiple pumps to carry out the vast array of functions they […]
How Quieter Air Compressors Benefit Your Workplace
How can quieter air compressors benefit your workplace? The modern workplace is full of noise. Whether you’re in a machine shop or office environment, loud sounds are everywhere, generated by a variety of machines that allow you the opportunity to carry out your work. While some loud sounds are unavoidable at work, many can be […]
How to Choose the Right Air Compressor for Your Application
How to Choose the Right Air Compressor for Your Application 1. You first must think about your current and future applications. Will it power a sandblasting rig, be used for painting or drive several pneumatic tools? Does the application require high pressure? Do you have limited space in your shop? Will you be running the […]
Product Focus: KPTO Variable Fill Fluid Coupling
Transfluid Variable Fill Fluid Coupling, the first in our Product Focus series. The Transfluid Variable Fill Fluid Coupling offers all the technical features of a conventional Power Take Off, but with the performance and safety of a Fluid Coupling. Suitable for a wide range of industrial applications requiring increased production rates whilst reducing fuel consumption. Take a look […]
A greener future for industrial heavy duty non-road machinery with hybrid driveline technology
The reduction of harmful diesel emissions is a hot topic right now as the automotive industry looks to phase out new diesel engines by 2040. With hybrid technology fast becoming the vehicle of choice, businesses using non-road mobile machinery should understand how tougher emission regulations could affect their business, whilst looking for technology that can […]