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Longer life for chain tensioners
The new Zetasassi automatic chain-tensioning device from RA Rodriguez is characterised by its completely enclosed spring.
News from RA Rodriguez (17 February 2003)
Novel belt design transmits more power
Synchroflex Generation III timing belts combine a revolutionary PU polymer body with closely spaced S and Z twist steel tension members to acheive up to 67% power increase over standard belts.
News from Transmission Developments Co (GB) (12 February 2003)
Chain manufacturing facility is world's largest
Representing a total investment of GBP 500 million, Tsubakimoto Chain Co has opened the world's foremost chain manufacturing facility at Kyotanabe, Japan. Brochure available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (10 December 2002)
Service provides emergency transmission spares
To short cut the usual wait for such components, power transmission specialist Cross+Morse has introduced a rapid response machining service for the supply of urgently required parts. Brochure available
News from Cross + Morse (29 November 2002)
Chain exploits the best of both worlds
New at Wyko is the Poly-Steel chain (PC) from Tsubaki that combines the performance advantages of stainless steel and engineering plastics. Brochure available
News from Wyko Industrial Services (25 November 2002)
In-feed chain transmission for food processors
A range of high-performance power transmission chain has been developed by Cross + Morse to cope with the demands of the food processing industries. Brochure available
News from Cross + Morse (12 November 2002)
Missing link in clip chain reliability
SKF Reliability Systems now provides a specialist service dedicated to clip chain refurbishment it reckons offers enormous benefits to manufacturers. Brochure available
News from SKF UK ( 7 November 2002)
Chain cuts downtime for packaging firm
User application article Scandinavia's largest manufacturer of metal packaging for the food and drink industry has reported a significant reduction in downtime following its trials of Renold Synergy chain.
News from Renold Chain (20 September 2002)
Chains cut theme park down time
User application article Tsubaki lube-free LS Series stainless-steel chains have doubled the service-life of roller conveyor chain on the "Pirate Falls" log flume at the Legoland theme park in Windsor. Brochure available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (14 August 2002)
Building block approach to clutch design
Tsubaki's new MZEU range features a building block design that gives users the flexibility to tailor clutches to their application, in terms of fixings, direction of engagement and speed requirements. Brochure available
News from Tsubakimoto UK ( 4 July 2002)
A Colossus among chains
User application article A breathtaking new leisure ride, recently unveiled by Thorpe Park in Surrey, UK, is driven by chain supplied by British manufacturer, Renold.
News from Renold Chain ( 3 June 2002)
"Fit-and-forget" chains keep sawmill running
User application article Tsubaki UK has supplied BSW Timber, the UK's largest specialist sawmill business, with a complete solution to its conveyor system maintenance problems. Brochure available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (27 May 2002)
Chain combines the best of both worlds
Tsubaki's new Clip Top chain combines the inherent strength of steel with the tough, yet nonabrasive qualities of engineering thermoplastics. Brochure available
News from Tsubakimoto UK ( 3 May 2002)
Chain tighteners take in the slack
To take up chain slack and ensure constant tension without the need for operator adjustment, RA Rodriguez is introducing a four-line range of automatic tighteners.
News from RA Rodriguez ( 2 May 2002)
High torsional stability from spline shafts
The Kerk Spline Shaft series has been designed for light load applications, where low cost, low friction and long life are critical design considerations.
News from Kerk Motion Products ( 8 April 2002)
Custom machinery demands customised belt drives
User application article Harro Hofliger, a leader in the field of process automation and packaging technology, incorporates steel belts supplied by Belt Technologies Europe into its battery laminating machines.
News from Belt Technologies Europe ( 4 April 2002)
Thin walls equal extreme sensitivity on bellows
Miniature metal bellows manufactured by electro-deposition have been around for more than 40 years, and they still offer several advantages over non-electroform types Brochure available
News from Huco Engineering Components ( 1 February 2002)
Specifying the right pulley for the system
One of the key elements of steel belt systems is the pulley, and from one supplier at least it's now possible to specify features such as timing elements, relief channels and even the material
News from Belt Technologies Europe (31 January 2002)
Low noise belt and pulley drives capacity doubled
The European special pulley manufacturer for Goodyear Eagle drives, which are increasingly used for their inherently low noise properties, has increased it sproduction capacity to meet demand
News from Transmission Developments Co (GB) (25 January 2002)
Stainless belts key to aircraft decoy system
User application article Perforated stainless steel strips provided by Belt Technologies Europe are forming an essential component of aircraft self-protection systems manufactured by Saab Tech Electronics
News from Belt Technologies Europe (23 January 2002)
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