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   Power Transmission Technology Update       August 6, 2019

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Romax Nexus Blends Desktop and Cloud Solution Technologies

There are several driving factors in today’s manufacturing environment that motivate the Romax Nexus strategy. Some are timeless, while others are new and forcing companies to adapt and be more creative. In the former category are the considerations of time to market, cost, and quality. These are interrelated, of course, as one needs a robust process with the right tools to bring something to market quickly in cost-effective fashion without risking quality and potentially incurring increased warranty cost that would hit the bottom line and affect brand value. In the latter category are trends in technology that are driven by factors ranging from government regulation to consumer demand including areas like electrification and autonomy.

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Curved Rail Guides for Non Linear Motion

Curved Rail Guides for Non Linear Motion

For applications where you need to move in directions other than a straight line, try our Curved Rail Guides and Carriages! Curved and straight rail sections are easily connected to make continuous loop motion or whatever motion path your application requires. Call 800-284-9784 to talk with an engineer about your project.

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Advanced Bearing Solutions for the Wind Industry

Advanced Bearing Solutions for the Wind Industry

Efficient power generation from wind turbines demands high performance from bearings used in the turbine drivetrain and generator. Under adverse and changing conditions, NSK performs with robust resistance to seizure, wear, and unique challenges such as white etching cracks (WEC) to deliver solutions for a reliable and sustainable operating life.

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We ship 950 gear reducers & motors DAILY – without expedite fees!

We ship 950 gear reducers & motors DAILY – without expedite fees!

Need it now? NORD offers complete drive solutions to keep you moving – gear reducers, motors and variable frequency drives. Plus, we promise the industry’s best customer service and shortest lead times – 25% of all orders are shipped same day or next day! Visit the myNORD portal. Configure products, generate pricing, track shipping, download documentation and more.

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NEW KHK 3015 Catalog Available

NEW KHK 3015 Catalog Available

KHK USA’s new CATALOG offers the largest selection of Stock Metric Gears in North America. With over 20,000 configurations, KHK USA has the gear you need typically from stock. KHK USA offers free 3D CAD models for all of our products for easy design of your application. All products are produced in our ISO:9000 & ISO:14000 certified facilities in Japan

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 NB Corporation Offers Tapped or Threaded Shafts

NB Corporation Offers Tapped or Threaded Shafts

Made in the U.S.A, NB’s shafts are never anneal, so outer diameters are ultra precise – tolerances are always reliable. Tapped shaft can be ordered with one or both ends tapped in either case-hardened carbon steel or stainless steel. Threaded shaft can be ordered with one or both ends threaded in case-hardened carbon steel. Diameters range from ¼” to 1-1/2”. Travel lengths sections available from 6” to 36”.

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B&R Industrial Automation Introduces Contemporary HMI

B&R Industrial Automation Introduces Contemporary HMI

With Change Your View, B&R Industrial Automation offers machine builders the ability to readily upgrade to the latest HTML5 based, high definition HMI technology without having to change their existing PLC code. Change Your View works with popular PLC brands and is operating system independent, so it can run on smart phones, tablets or any Web-enabled device.

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