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Monthly Archives: November 2011
Gear Reducer Spotlight: Concentric Shaft Reducer
Parallel shaft drives are no longer the only option for high-torque applications. Nowadays, a concentric shaft reducer can handle high torques just as well – and often for a fraction of the cost and delivery time. Concentric drives have become … Continue reading
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Tagged concentric shaft reducer, Falk gear reducer, gearbox reducer
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4 Tips for Selecting Falk Couplings
The Falk couplings you choose for your industrial power transmission system can affect everything from how well the system functions to how long your drive lasts. The better suited your couplings are to the application and equipment configuration, the less … Continue reading
Vibration Analysis: Monitoring the Health of Your Gear Reducer
Vibration is present in nearly every aspect of life, and understanding how vibrations work can often improve performance. Yoginis and New Age types aren’t the only ones to value and “tune into” vibrations. For instance, a guitarist has to understand … Continue reading
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Tagged Falk gear reducer, gearbox repairs, surplus gear reducer
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Common Causes of Premature Gear Reducer Failure
When a Falk gear reducer fails prematurely, it’s important to determine the source of the problem in order to prevent further costly repairs or replacements. There are many potential reasons why a gearbox reducer might fail before its time; however, … Continue reading
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Tagged Falk gear reducer, gearbox reducer, surplus gear reducer
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Questions to Ask Before Repairing a Falk Gear Reducer
Even the most reliable power transmission equipment – such as a Falk gearbox – will fail at some point. Deciding whether to make gearbox repairs or simply replace the unit can be challenging for factory maintenance supervisors, who must balance … Continue reading
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Tagged Falk gear reducer, falk gearbox, gearbox repairs
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Gear Reducer Spotlight: Shaft Mount Reducer
Shaft mounted speed reducers are commonly used in industrial applications where engines or electric motors are used to provide power for low shaft speed applications such as conveyors and hoists. Typically, AC motors run at approximately 1750 RPM, while the … Continue reading
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Telltale Signs of Wear in Falk Couplings
Falk couplings are common components in any mechanical drive system. A variety of Falk couplings are available, including gear, grid, disc, elastomeric, fluid and composite. Couplings require periodic maintenance, and regular inspection will provide clues to help improve the life … Continue reading
5 Signs Your Mixer Drive Needs Attention
Falk gearboxes are commonly used to drive mixers for chemical processing. As they age, these gearboxes wear and require increased levels of maintenance. A proper maintenance schedule and procedures will help monitor the overall condition of the drive system and … Continue reading