Posted under Articles on Monday, October 24th, 2011
Gears used within a Falk gearbox are commonly made from hardened steel. Steels are commonly used within a gearbox reducer because they can be heat treated to increase gear strength and durability. The most common are alloy steels and oil-hardening steels, though plain carbon may also be used. Structural components subjected to high operating stress, […]
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 Machinery Maintenance on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
You know accurate positioning in your factory equipment is a must for ideal performance. If your shaft positioning has ever lost motion due to gear backlash, there are a few approaches that can help manage or prevent this condition. Before we address finding the perfect balance in your Falk gear reducer, it’s important to more […]
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 […]
Posted under Articles, Tips and Tricks on Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
When you are trying to get a job done, the last thing you want to encounter is a problem with a mechanical power transmission product. Fortunately, when it comes to gearbox repairs, simple observations can tell you a lot about what is wrong with your power transmission equipment. This guide will help you troubleshoot gearbox […]
Posted under Products/Services on Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
Pulling materials out of the earth requires rugged power transmission equipment that delivers torque while withstanding heavy loads. When you look around any mining operation, regardless of the materials being extracted, you’ll see a diverse, complex array of gearboxes for the mining industry that are carefully selected to meet the needs of each task. You’ll […]
Posted under Tips and Tricks on Thursday, May 26th, 2011
Efficiency and productivity are key in any industrial operation, and the gear drive that transfers power from the motor to your moving equipment is critical in order to keep things running smoothly. Selecting the correct Falk gear drive for the job at hand can make a big difference in productivity and operating costs. There are […]
Posted under News and Events on Friday, April 29th, 2011
One of the joys of being a distributor of mechanical power transmission equipment is applying our Falk gearbox expertise to help customers solve problems on the factory floor. This is a critical value we as Falk distributors offer over manufacturer-direct ordering. That’s why it’s so important for Falk gearbox distributors to ensure that our employees […]
