Posted under Machinery Maintenance, Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, November 15th, 2011
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 cost, downtime and the long-term life of the machinery. The first step, of course, is […]
Posted under Machinery Maintenance, Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, November 1st, 2011
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 provide information that will help determine the condition of the Falk gearbox. This will then […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Wednesday, October 26th, 2011
The variety of machine components available today creates a need for a variety of methods for coupling mechanical power transmission components. The shaft coupling, one of the most common elements in complex systems, is vitally important for properly transmitting power between various pieces of equipment. This type of Falk coupling is found in everything from […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
Choosing the proper gear is an art that isn’t easily translated into a formula for success. Designers and engineers often select a certain Falk gear reducer or Falk gearbox only after experimenting with a couple of different gear setup options. Furthermore, cost concerns may cause designers to select only gears that are available through Falk […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Monday, September 26th, 2011
In mechanical equipment, gears provide a means of conveying power from one rotating shaft to another. Because many common gearbox repairs involve gear tooth damage and other gear-related issues, it’s helpful to have a solid understanding of gear teeth when handling gearbox repairs. How Gear Teeth Operate Within a gearbox reducer, a gear operates essentially […]
Posted under Machinery Maintenance, Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, September 20th, 2011
Within a Falk gearbox reducer, gears convey power from one rotating shaft to another through the interaction of the gear teeth. Each pair of teeth on two interacting gears acts as a lever to transmit torque, or rotary force, from one shaft to the other. The relative size of the gears determines the lengths of […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Thursday, September 15th, 2011
Hydroelectric power generation represents a prime application area for Falk couplings and gear drives. Due to the various torque and speed requirements, Falk drives can be essential elements in an efficient, long-lasting power generation system. Hydroelectric power generation stations produce approximately 20 percent of the total electricity used in the world and 88 percent of […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Friday, September 2nd, 2011
You’ve most likely heard of Falk couplings, but do you know what they’re used for and why they’re important? Before you purchase or install any coupling, it’s important to know the benefits of type one and how it how it can be used. A coupling system is used to connect, or couple together, two rotating […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Thursday, August 18th, 2011
You’ve probably heard the term “rack and pinion” before, most likely in regards to rack and pinion steering in a car. But have you ever wondered what, exactly, is a rack and a pinion? The following is a look at how pinion gears work within a Falk gearbox. How Pinion Gears Work A rack is […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Wednesday, July 27th, 2011
Saving money in business is more important than ever these days, and as a savvy factory manager, this is definitely on your mind. Regardless of your position in a factory, cost efficiency is appreciated in any industry. Here are three effective methods for saving on industrial manufacturing costs: 1. Buy surplus parts. While most surplus […]
