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, […]
Posted under Products/Services on Monday, November 28th, 2011
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 more compact, as well; where once a concentric shaft reducer would have dwarfed the motor […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011
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 wear and tear you’ll place on the entire system. With so many options available, from […]
Posted under Articles, Machinery Maintenance on Friday, November 18th, 2011
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 how to tune his instrument so it vibrates in the same key as the instruments […]
Posted under Machinery Maintenance on Thursday, November 17th, 2011
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, the majority of such problems tend to stem from a few common sources. Whether you […]
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 Products/Services on Monday, November 7th, 2011
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 shaft speed of a conveyor may be only several revolutions per minute. Many types of […]
Posted under Machinery Maintenance on Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
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 of a Falk coupling. Signs of coupling failure include leakage (indicating seal failure), excessive noise […]
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 […]
