Gearbox delivers smooth operation in harsh environments.

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Corrosion-resistant Slide-Rite(TM) CR features one-piece hard anodized aluminum case that seals gears from outside contaminants. Available in standard and compact versions, each incorporates two 45° helical gears that mesh at right angles. Gearbox includes corrosion-resistant, electroless nickel-plated geared sleeves, keys, and retaining rings in addition to stainless steel bearings for efficient power transmission in tough environments.



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New Corrosion Resistant Gearbox Delivers Smooth Operation in Harsh Industrial Environments



Hamel, MN-September 1, 2004-Tol-O-Matic, Inc. has announced a new corrosion resistant (CR) version of the Slide-Rite(TM), a universal right angle gearbox designed to meet the demands of harsh, potentially corrosive industrial environments. Like the original Slide-Rite, it features a one piece, hard anodized aluminum case that seals gears from outside contaminants. The new CR version is also equipped with corrosion resistant electroless nickel plated geared sleeves, keys and retaining rings in addition to stainless steel bearings for efficient power transmission in environmentally tough applications.

"We designed the Slide-Rite CR version to include all the performance features of Tol-O-Matic's popular Slide-Rite(TM) gearbox, then modified all the exposed components to withstand most corrosive operating environments" stated Mike Dornfeld, Tol-O-Matic, Mechanical Engineer.

The Slide-Rite CR is available in two sizes: the Standard Series for most applications and the Compact Series for applications where space is limited. Each incorporates two 45° helical gears that mesh at right angles. They can be operated up to the maximum torque capacity in either rotation and can slide axially along the drive or driven shaft providing perfect alignment and easy installation.

Tol-O-Matic, an internationally certified ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer and is celebrating its 50th year of designing and manufacturing high quality power transmission and motion control products. For further information contact: Tol-O-Matic 3800 County Rd. 116, Hamel, MN 55340. Phone: 800-328-2174. Fax: 763-478-8080. www.tolomatic.com

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