New Mechanical Power Transmission Products

Electric Vacuum Pump for Brake Systems helps reduce car emissions.

Providing on-demand brake-system vacuum for high-efficiency gasoline engines, diesels, and turbo-/super-charged engines as well as hybrid or full-electric powertrains, UP5.0 meets vacuum requirements for brake boosters under demanding applications. Functionality helps car makers meet emissions marks while satisfying consumer demand for brake-pedal feel- and performance. Increasing vehicle fuel...

AC Motor Output Filters increase service life, reliability.

To increase service life and system reliability, FN5060 dv/dt filters protect AC motors from destructive effects of peak voltages and inrush amps.- Design does not employ- capacitors or resistors, which facilitates installation. Reducing high-output dv/dt from IGBT motor drives and eliminating over-voltages caused by line reflections on motor cables, products offer typical dv/dt reduction...

National Bearings Designs and Manufactures Custom Bearing with One Way Ratcheting and Audible Indicators

A leading tool manufacturer required a bearing that would allow one-way ratcheting, be compact in size, and make an audible “clicking” sound to signal the end user that the drill bit was tight in the chuck. In addition, the bearing had to be designed for precise and cost-effective manufacturing at high volumes. National Bearings was challenged with creating a bearing that included aesthetic...

Siemens to Provide Long-term Service for New Panda Hummel Station Power Plant in U.S.

Siemens has been awarded a 23-year long-term service and maintenance agreement for the upcoming Panda Hummel Station, a 1,124 megawatt (MW) combined cycle power plant in Pennsylvania. The customer is Panda Power Funds, headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The new agreement includes coverage of scheduled maintenance activities, program management, and parts for the plant’s three SGT6-5000F gas...

Saving Energy with Efficient Belt Drives

By introducing energy efficient belts on electric motor drives, you can implement a simple, cost-effective solution to achieve energy savings in your facility.

Direct Drive Rotary Servo Motors provide 3-160 Nm torque.

Suited for demanding OEM and end-user applications, Series PM-DD includes 13 models covering 5 frame sizes of 135, 175, 230, 290, and 360 mm. Motors provide rated speeds of 150 and 200 rpm with accuracy of -

Feeder Repair Kit negates replacement feeder acquisition.

Able to be installed by end-user, MYDATA Agilis Feeder Repair Set enables conversion of any Agilis feeder to any of- 4 sizes –- 3.7, 4.0, 4.7, and 5.4 – to reduce feeder count and maximize production. Components include precision-machined aluminum side cover plate with cover tape plow pre-installed, spring, and matching screws for re-assembly. Kit also lets repair feeders with broken finger...

Schaeffler Experts Present, Exhibit at CTi's 10th Automotive Transmissions, HEV and EV Drives Symposium and Exhibition

10th International CTi Symposium TROY, Mich. - The International Car Training Institute (CTi) is shifting into the next gear for its 10(th) annual Automotive Transmissions, HEV and EV Drives Symposium and Exhibition. As a lead sponsor for the sixth year, Schaeffler will discuss market-specific trends, the company's advanced transmission solutions, as well as exhibit its key transmission and...

Hybrid Trunnions reduces setup and increase productivity.

Stallion Hybrid trunnions accelerate installation of 3- and 4-jaw chucks, collet chucks, and faceplates without requiring removal of trunnion table. While 9 x 20 in.- model holds 6 in. vise, 9 x 23 in.- model is designed for double- or single-station, 6 in. vises. Sub-plates and quick-change sub-plates are available with quick-change ballocks, standard baseplates allow trunnion assembly to be...

John Deere Ensures Engine Reliability with Global NVH Tools

Machinery manufacturer John Deere has improved the design processes of its engines with PULSE Reflex analysis software. The company’s engines are used for many different applications, such as harvesting forests, digging foundations or propelling ships. As each application places unique stresses on the engine-mounted components, the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) team must anticipate...

Permanent Magnet Brake has high-torque, zero backlash design.

Offering efficiency-optimized alternative to spring engaged brakes,- PMB brakes come in 9 frame sizes, mount to motors and frames in any orientation (vertical, horizontal, and any angle in between),- and have zero drag when energized. Hub is rigidly connected to shaft for zero radial movement between shaft and brake surface, allowing high-speed running without any noise,- runs from 4–90 msec...

Solder Redefined

Indium Corporation has developed a new twist on traditional solder by developing a composite with a reinforced matrix internal structure. The result is a solder with increased strength and reliability. Check out this video to learn more about the mechanics behind the groundbreaking technology.