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   Power Transmission Technology Update       January 23, 2018

ATX West - Automation and Technology Expo

Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA. Access the latest in automation technology, plus a full spectrum of solutions across the advanced design and manufacturing supply chain. Whether you're interested in automation software, robotics, collaborative robots, accessories or anything else needed to make your production processes faster, safer and more efficient, you can source from more than 2,000 cutting-edge suppliers in a time-saving format. Co-located with WestPack, MD&M West, Pacific Design & Manufacturing, and PLASTEC West to bring all facets of the advanced design and manufacturing industry — automation, plastics, packaging, design engineering and medtech — together onto one show floor.

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Stober Examines Manufacturing Infrastructure Updates

By Matthew Jaster, Senior Editor

Updating your shop floor with new equipment and personnel is standard trade magazine fodder today—and for obvious reasons. Any feasible upgrades can make a significant impact on a company's bottom line. So you'll find an article or two (or three or four) in our industry that will examine the importance of investing and upgrading in your personnel and your machines.

Stober, a company specializing in motion control and power transmission, recently published the following article to help plant managers determine if a manufacturing infrastructure update is necessary. Following the article, there's a Q&A with Scott Alles, manufacturing manager and Landon Garrison, manufacturing engineer at Stober.

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Motors Rated for Severe Duty Service

Motors Rated for Severe Duty Service

Baldor-Reliance® crusher duty motors meet the demands of the toughest crushing applications worldwide with improved performance, reliability and energy efficiency to help lower the operator's total cost of ownership. Featuring higher break down and locked rotor torque, NEMA Design A performance gets the driven load moving and keeps it moving.

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Small Mechanical Components - New SDP/SI Catalog Available

Small Mechanical Components - New SDP/SI Catalog Available

A trusted source for motion control and small power transmission solutions, Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument offers a wide variety of precision gears, timing belts and pulleys, couplings, molded parts and high-quality machined components. Our customers rely on us to consistently meet their needs. Get your free 1280-page catalog today.

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Soft Drink Manufacturer Achieves Savings with Gear Unit

Soft Drink Manufacturer Achieves Savings with Gear Unit

Learn why a soft drink manufacturer chose Rexnord® Ultramite® UB Gear Units for its container filling line. Also highlighted within this case study: annual savings achieved, reduced replacement and installation costs, and decreased inventory volumes and energy consumption.

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Complete Screw Jack Lifting Systems

Complete Screw Jack Lifting Systems

Most screw jack lifting systems require multi-jack configurations with a variety of drive, connecting and safety components. Only the Zimm series from DieQua gives you all the options in a complete package with the most advanced design. Check out the benefits and get the application guide.

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Custom Machine and Tool Co., Inc. is Your  Source for Custom Timing Pulleys

Custom Machine and Tool Co., Inc. is Your Source for Custom Timing Pulleys

CMT specializes in precision timing pulleys for the power transmission and motion control industries. Our engineering department will review your specifications, answer your questions and assist you in developing a comprehensive plan to meet your requirements. Send us your drawing for a prompt quote.

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CSZ Electromagnetic Actuated Clutches From Miki Pulley Have Zero-Backlash Design

CSZ Electromagnetic Actuated Clutches From Miki Pulley Have Zero-Backlash Design

CSZ Clutches function utilizing the magnetic force generated by the energized coil providing engagement of input and output members of the clutch. Efficient connection between a motor and a load with low inertia, minimal drag and zero backlash. Fast mounting. Operation 14°F - 104°. Bores sizes 10mm to 15mm. Brake torques range 1.77 ft. lbs. - 7.376 ft. lbs.

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