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   Power Transmission Technology Update       August 22, 2024

Brakes and Clutches for Integration into OEM Applications

Brakes and clutches play a crucial role in various applications, and their importance lies in their ability to control motion and transmit power with precision and accuracy and enhance the safety and protection of personnel and equipment. They also optimize energy consumption and reduce downtime. The ability to integrate these components into OEM applications is essential.

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Mechanical Motion in Space

Spacecraft commonly contain onboard devices whose function are based on mechanical movement (i.e.: slide, roll, rotate, separate, unfold, or spin) to either modify part of the spacecraft’s geometry or to ensure operational function of a component or instrument. These devices—according to NASA—are known as mechanisms, and as spacecraft become more sophisticated with the advances in miniaturization of electronics and systems, their reliance of mechanisms greatly increases.

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New Innovations in Motion Control

The Nexen Evolve Electric Servomotor Brake line is spring engaged and electrically released, engineered with a double-sided friction interface for increased torque capacity. The double row angular contact bearing delivers overhung load capacity and rigidity allowing machine builders and OEMs to design a more robust machine. The brakes can easily be configured to match the motor and gearhead mating interfaces.

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NORD Offers FREE Shipping for Online Parts Orders Over $25

NORD Offers FREE Shipping for Online Parts Orders Over $25

NORD is excited to announce that they now offer free standard shipping on all Spare Parts Shop orders over $25! To take advantage of the discount, customers simply need to place orders via their Spare Parts Shop accounts. Free shipping will be applied at time of check out for all qualifying orders.

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NEW Power Plant Repair Case Study

NEW Power Plant Repair Case Study

The issue started with excessive gearbox vibrations. The power plant contacted PHILADELPHIA GEAR®, who identified a broken gear and misaligned housing bores. But the plant couldn’t wait to procure new housing. Read the case study to see how PHILADELPHIA GEAR worked creatively, restoring the unit in just two weeks.

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Join us for Lubrication & Wear: Advanced Concepts

Join us for Lubrication & Wear: Advanced Concepts

ABMA is hosting Lubrication & Wear: Advanced Concepts on October 1-3, 2024 at the University of Notre Dame! For more information such as dates and times and registration deadline, click on the link below.

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