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Monthly Archives: April 2012
Anatomy of an F Coupling
The Falk F coupling was so well designed that even though it’s now obsolete (replaced by the updated T coupling), it’s still a commonly used and requested surplus part. With its rugged grid design and superior protection against shock and … Continue reading
Surplus Gear Reducers: How to Replace an Obsolete Gearbox
Technology is changing so rapidly that by the time a gear reducer reaches the end of its life, it’s not uncommon to discover that it has become obsolete. This is particularly common in the pulp and paper industry. In some … Continue reading
Why a Parallel Shaft Reducer is Easy to Maintain
Aside from its ability to handle high-torque applications, one of the biggest benefits a Falk parallel shaft reducer brings to the table is its highly efficient design, which makes maintenance easy. As any engineer or maintenance technician knows, careful upkeep … Continue reading
Now Handling Your Hansen Gearbox Repair Needs
Here at Mar-Dustrial, we’re best known for our ability to repair Falk gear reducers. What fewer people realize is that we also specialize in servicing Hansen gearboxes. Hansen is a leading global manufacturer of industrial gear drives, with service centers … Continue reading
Hansen Gear Reducers in the Pulp and Paper Industry
It isn’t easy to turn trees into paper or pulp. Because mechanical pulp mills require too much energy, most modern mills use chemicals to break down wood. To generalize, the pulp milling process begins with stripping trees of bark, which … Continue reading
Replacing Your Falk Gear Reducer: How to Ensure the Right Fit
When a gear drive fails, it’s not always possible to find an exact replacement. In these situations, engineers are confronted with the task of finding a comparable Falk gearbox that not only meets the requirements of the application but is … Continue reading