Posted under Tips and Tricks on Friday, December 30th, 2011
If you’re in the market for a surplus gear reducer or any other obsolete or refurbished industrial machinery components, keep in mind that the Falk surplus dealer you choose can have a big impact on how much time and money your facility spends on repairs and replacements. Although Falk surplus parts are reliable in terms […]
Posted under Products/Services on Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
The parallel shaft reducer has long been the preferred choice for high-torque applications. Also known as an in-line gear reducer, this type of Falk gear reducer has input and output shafts that are parallel to each other and usually features a helical or double-worm gear design. The efficiency of the parallel shaft reducer makes it […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
In any industrial workplace, employees are subjected to noise from a variety of sources, such as gearbox reducer vibrations. All of these sources add up to contribute to the overall amount of sound to which industrial workers are exposed. When workplace noise levels exceed OSHA regulations, employers may be required to implement a hearing conservation […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Monday, December 19th, 2011
There are many common reasons for coupling failure, such as improper selection, lack of maintenance and poor lubrication. In high-speed or precision applications, improper balancing can also shorten the life of a Falk coupling. Although Falk couplings are balanced at the factory before they’re shipped, they can slip out of balance from time to time […]
Posted under Articles, Tips and Tricks on Monday, December 12th, 2011
Until synthetic lubricants came on the scene in the 1950s, every Falk gearbox had to be lubricated with petroleum lubricants. Today, however, those who are responsible for the maintenance of even just one Falk gear reducer must carefully consider the wide array of available lubricants. Without lubrication, gearbox repairs will inevitably be required. In essence, […]
