Sustainability is becoming one of the most important aspects within the power transmission business. Users demand low-maintenance drive systems with as little disruption as possible, and expect lifetimes of more than 10,000 hours. Approximately 40 percent of long-term gearbox leakages can be traced back to poor interaction between the radial shaft seal (RSS) and the lubricant. Thus, it becomes essential to analyze the tribological system as a whole, which includes the gear oil, seal grease (if required), elastomer material and design, and the shaft.

Energy efficiency is for more than just motors. Here are some mechatronics companies making sure you get more bang for your buck when it comes to your power bill.

It has been a while, but as many of you know there are too many projects and not enough time. One of my many projects has been to identify new s...

Our expert explores standard vs. optimized gears, as well as high contact ratio gearing.

Automated production of large objects such as auto body prototypes, boat hulls and surfboards traditionally requires computerized numerical control (CNC) systems costing nearly a million dollars. Thomson Cuts Costs and Production Time for Autoscale Inc.

By Jack Warner The need for producing more energy increases with our rising need for commercial, industrial, and residential space. In North Ame...

The seals and the hydraulic systems of any piece of mining, construction, agricultural or other heavy industry equipment like Read More

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10,000 Year Clock Needs Bearings that Run for 350 Million Cycles.

The complete Industry News section from the October 2017 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.