speedi-sleeve-selection-and-installationSpeedi-Sleeve Selection and Installation

Speedi-Sleeve® Selection and Installation CR Speedi-Sleeves When a new seal cannot compensate for excessive damage in small diameter shafts, select a CR Speedi-Sleeve. This ultra-thin wear sleeve provides a snug, leak-proof fit on shafts up to 8" (203 mm) in … Continue reading

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lubricantfamilyTimken Lubricants

All-Purpose Industrial Grease NLGI No. 2 extreme pressure, lithium grease with an operating temperature range of -40 degrees F to 300 degrees F. Identified by containers white lids. All-Purpose Industrial Grease Specifications (PDF) High Speed Grease for Electric Motors NLGI … Continue reading

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browning-mounted-ball-bearingsBrowning Mounted Bearings Presentation

Features and benefits, comparison to competitors, product selection, markets and application. Download the PDF

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goodyear-eagle-pdGoodyear Eagle Pd

Eagle Pd’s Helical Offset Tooth design merges both belt and sprocket in the quietest, smoothest and most compact synchronous drive package available. Benefits Lower noise Less vibration Narrower drive Energy savings Belt strength

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torrington-bearing-terminologyTorrington Company Bearing Terminology

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how-a-ball-bearing-is-madeHow a Ball Bearing Is Made (Video)

This was produced by “How It’s Made” and shown on the Discovery Channel. NTN-Canada Duration: 4 minutes and 29 seconds

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how-to-install-and-tension-v-beltsHow to Install and Tension V-Belts (Video)

The following is a video produced by Emerson Power Transmission showing how to mount and tension “V-Belt Drives.

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torrington-self-locking-collar-installationTorrington Company: How to Install the Fafnir Self-Locking Collar

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torrington-ball-bearing-duplex-mounting-arrangementsTorrington Company Ball Bearing Duplex Mounting Arrangements

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torrington-bearing-parts-identifierTorrington Company Bearing Parts Identification

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cleaning-mounting-and-removal-of-bearings-1Proper Practice for the Cleaning, Mounting, and Removal of Bearings

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skf-spherical-roller-bearing-feeler-gaugesSKF Feeler gauges 729865 series

Feeler gauges 729865 series For accurate bearing clearance measurement SKF feeler gauges are designed to measure the internal clearance when adjusting spherical roller bearings. Two types are available, one with 13 blades of 100 mm (4 in) length and the … Continue reading

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exploded-diagrams-of-bearingsExploded Diagrams of Bearings

Bearings There are five basic types of anti-friction bearings: tapered, needle, ball, spherical and cylindrical. Each is named for the type of rolling element it employs. Tapered Rollers Needle Rollers Ball Spherical Rollers Cylindrical Rollers

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diamond-chain-standard-chain-description-and-dimensions-1Diamond Chain Standard Attachment Roller Chain Descriptions and Dimensions

Diamond Chain Standard Attachment Roller Chain Descriptions and Dimensions Double-Pitch Bent Attachments Oval Contour Link Plates Standard and Oversized Roller H T Others Diamond A1 B1 (one hole) A2 B1 (two holes) Others Diamond K1 B2 (one hole) K2 B2 … Continue reading

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aca-chain-connect-disconnect-instructions-1Connect and Disconnect Instructions for Engineered Steel and Cast Chains

Connect and Disconnect Instructions for Engineered Steel and Cast Chains Introduction to Connect and Disconnect Instructions for Engineered Steel and Cast Chains CONTENTS General Instructions ……………………………………………….3 Connect: One Chain Pin/Rivet………………………………. 4 Tools and Equipment . . . . . ……………………………………..3 … Continue reading

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aca-b291-rollerchain-connect-and-disconnect-instructions-1Connect and Disconnect Instructions for ANSI B29.1 Roller Chains

Connect and Disconnect Instructions for ANSI B29.1 Roller Chains INTRODUCTION Since roller chain performance is dependent on interference fits of component parts, this Connect-Disconnect instruction has been developed to guide the individual working on the chain in the techniques that … Continue reading

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aca-silent-chain-connect-and-disconnect-instructions-1Connect and Disconnect Instructions for Silent Chain

Instruction Manual: Connect and Disconnect Instructions for Silent Chain Contents Page General Information and Safety ………………………………….. 1 Silent Chain with Two Pin Joints Side Guide Chain Side link Connection ……………………………………….. 2 Washer Connection ……………………………………….. 3 Center Guide Chain Side link … Continue reading

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tsubaki-roller-chain-and-sproket-trouble-shooting-1Roller Chain and Sprocket Troubleshooting Guide

Roller Chain and Sprocket Troubleshooting Guide Drive System (Roller Chain and Sprockets) Troubleshooting Guide 1. General Problem Possible Causes Solution Chain is riding up on the sprocket. • The roller chain and sprocket do not match. (eg. BS Chain on … Continue reading

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taper-bushings-installation-and-removal-1Taper Bushings Installation and Removal

Taper Bushings Note: The following information is based on instructions from a manufactures catalog. For further information refer to or ask for a manufactures catalog. How to Install 1. Clean shaft, bore, and outside of bushing, and bore of hub … Continue reading

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grove-stainless-steel-reducer-1Grove Gear Stainless Steel Industrial Gear Drives

Grove Gear Stainless Steel Industrial Gear Drives Industrial Gear Drives For Extreme Washdowns Output Unit Sizes by Input HP Ratio Speed 1/4 1/2 3/4 1 1-1/2 2 3 5 7-1/2 5:1 10:1 20:1 30:1 40:1 50:1 60:1 100:1 200:1 300:1 … Continue reading

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leeson-gear-reducer-selection-guide-1Leeson Ohio Gear Gear Reducer: Style SBMQ – C-Faced Quill Input Left Hand Output Shaft

Leeson Ohio Gear Gear Reducers: Style SBMQ – C-Faced Quill Input Left Hand Output Shaft Stainless Steel • Single Reduction Quick Selections This Quick Selection is only for style Style SBMQ -C-Faced Quill Input SBMQ, left hand output reducers Left … Continue reading

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sprayon-liqui-sol-1Are You Being Forced to Kick the Can?

Sprayon® Liqui-Sol™ is your option for safety, storage and disposal. Preserve, Prevent and Protect your equipment safely with Sprayon’s new and improved Liqui-Sol MRO chemical program. Liqui-Sol eliminates expensive disposal costs, is 100% recyclable and is safe for work and … Continue reading

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gates_polychain_gt_carbon_beltsGates Poly Chain GT Carbon Belts

Gates Poly Chain GT Carbon belts are made with carbon fiber tensile cords, making them the toughest and most powerful power transmission belts ever produced.  They are a maintenance-free, long-lasting replacement for roller chains on high-torque industrial drives. When coupled … Continue reading

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rexnord-6000-seriesRexnord 6000 Series Adapter Mount Roller Bearing with SHURLOK

Rexnord® 6000 Series Adapter Mount Roller Bearing with new SHURLOKTM Technology Shaft Size (in) # of Bolts Rexnord Part # DODGE Imperial Part # F ixed Floating Fixed Floating 1-15/16 2 ZA6115 ZAS6115 P2B-IP-115R P2B-IP-115RE 1-15/16 4 ZA6115-F ZAS6115-F P4B-IP-115R … Continue reading

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skf-speedi-sleeveSKF Speedi-Sleeve

The best way to quickly repair a worn shaft. These simple devices give you a new and possibly a better shaft surface to mount a new-same-size-seal with minimal preparation. How do they work? Download the brochure to find out.

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warner-electric-actuators-1Warner Linear Electric Actuators and Actuator Controls

Warner Linear… Customer Focused, Quality Driven Products designed and manufactured for reliable, long-lasting performance Quality Processes Warner Linear is dedicated to designing and manufacturing “Best-in-class” electromechanical actuators and controls. We subscribe to a standard of quality derived from the Altra … Continue reading

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warner-linear-guideways-1Warner Linear: Linear Guideways

Linear Guideways Page 1 Introduction Pages 2 – 3 Features Page 4 – 5 Applications Page 6 – 10 ATH Series Page 11 – 15 ATE Series Page 16 – 19 ATM Series Warner Linear Guideways Selection Guide Type Shape … Continue reading

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bsa-seal-selection-1Seal Selection

Seal Selection The first consideration in selecting a seal is to know: Is it for a new application or is it a replacement for an existing application? Is an exact replacement seal desired or should an alternate seal be used? … Continue reading

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bsa-sperhical-plain-bearings-1Spherical Plain Bearings

Spherical Plain Bearings A radial spherical plain bearing, or SPB, consists of two components; an inner ring with a spherical race or convex outside diameter and an outer ring with a spherical race or concave inside diameter. Spherical plain bearings … Continue reading

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bsa-wear-sleaves-1Wear Sleeves and Other Saft Repair Options for Bearings

Wear Sleeves and Other Saft Repair Options for Bearings Fluid leakage in mechanical systems can be experienced even when using what appear to be properly prepared shafts. Before replacing a seal to correct a leakage situation, it is essential that … Continue reading

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bsa-bearing-standards-1Bearing Standards

Bearing Standards ABMA/ANSI/ISO: A summary of each organization as they relate to the development of bearing standards. ABMA: American Bearing Manufacturers Association The American Bearing Manufacturers Association (ABMA), formerly the Anti Friction Bearing Manufacturers Association, plays an important leadership role … Continue reading

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timken-complete-seal-catalog-1Timken Industrial Seal Catalog

Read about Timken’s complete line of oil seals and bearing isolators. Download the PDF

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rexnord-5000-series-roller-bearingsRexnord 5000 Series Type E Bearing catalog

The spherical bearing design accommodates continual misalignment. Two steel locking collars provide increased clamping force. The premium choice for quality and performance. Download the PDF

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gates-belt-number-and-identification-chartGates Belt Number and Identification Chart

For Comprehensive Product Information, See Gates Industrial Power Transmission Systems Catalog No.19993. V-Belts Synchronous Belts 1" 5/8"5/8" 3/8" 3/8" 7/8" 17/32" 17/32" 5/16" 5/16" 3V 3VX 5V 5VX 8V Combine cross section designation with Outside Circumference (O.C.) to the nearest … Continue reading

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motion-system-design-worm-gear-article-1Even the Worm Will Turn

Think worm gearing is a moderately efficient way to get motion done? The humble worm gear is proving that its full potential has not been realized just yet. Worm gears are a power transmission standard, driving millions of axes requiring … Continue reading

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motion-system-design-about-planetary-gears-1Planetary Gears: Saving Space

Planetary gears pack a lot of torque in a small package, making them a natural for today’s rotary machine axes. Planetary gears debuted in the early 1970′s in automatic transmissions used in tracked and wheeled off-road vehicles. Planetary/parallel-shaft arrangements appeared … Continue reading

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rexnord-bearings-catalogRexnord MB Precision Mounted Bearings Catalog

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falk-steelflex-couplings-1Falk Steelflex Coupling Catalog

By installing Falk Steelflex Couplings and lubricating it with Falk Long Term Grease, you can forget about periodic routine maintenance for five years. Download the PDF

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falk-true-torque-fluid-couplings-1True Torque Fluid Couplings

True Torque™ Fluid Couplings Economical soft starts, with smooth acceleration. Shock-load protection From underground & overland belt conveyors to crusher and mixing applications, equipment professionals are constantly seeking better technology to protect critical production systems against the effects of damaging … Continue reading

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tsubaki-oil-field-industry-1Power and Performance for Oil Field Operations

Power and Performance for Oil Field Operations Energy Series™ When Power Counts High productivity, high speeds, high shock loads, and high cyclic loading in the oil field put great demands on roller chain. Count on the experts at U.S. Tsubaki … Continue reading

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morse-roller-chain-overviewMorse Chain Overview

Emerson Power Transmission can offer you the world’s largest selection of application-matched, shaft ready sprockets from Browning and Morse. Download the PDF

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timken-lubrication-guide-1Timken Lubrication Guide

Lubrication Guide Introduction Lubricant Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Lubrication Information … Continue reading

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timken-mounting-guide-1Timken Mounting Guide

Timken Mounting Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Wide Inner Ring bearings . . . … Continue reading

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tsubaki-xceeder-drive-chain-1U.S. Tsubaki Xceeder Chain

U.S. Tsubaki Xceeder™ Chain A Revolutionary Innovation in Lube-free Chain Lock out dirt Lock in lube Exceed Your Expectations • Lasts up to ten times longer than other lube-free chain • Reduces downtime and maintenance costs • Keeps applications running … Continue reading

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skf-explorer-ball-bearingsExplorer Angular Contact Ball Bearings

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tsubaki-roller-conveyor-chain-1Roller Conveyor Chains to Move Heavy Industry

Roller Conveyor Chains to Move Heavy Industry U.S. Tsubaki, Inc. • Increase profits • Reduce downtime • Improve operations Union® Roller Conveyor Chain keeps industry moving. Here are some of the industries that put our chains to work: agriculture • … Continue reading

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loctite-do-it-right-users-guide-1Loctite “Do it Right” User’s Guide

“Do it Right” User’s Guide The “WHEN, WHERE & HOW” to use LOCTITE˜ Maintenance Products LOCTITE MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS CONTENTS The primary function of this User‘s Guide is to help you, the maintenance professional, with the proper selection and use of … Continue reading

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tsubaki-low-noise-drive-chain-1Low Noise Drive Chain

Low Noise Drive Chain • Reduces machine noise • Improves work environment • Increases productivity…and profits • Eliminates the need for costly, hard-to-work-around soundproof enclosures Selection Guidelines Directly interchangeable with ANSI chain Use standard sprockets Sizes Available in sizes 40 … Continue reading

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tsubaki-roller-chain-couplings-1U.S. Tsubaki Roller Chain Couplings

U.S. Tsubaki Roller Chain Couplings • Connect quickly and easily • Handle high torque • Keep your profits turning Roller Chain Couplings The Quality Connection Roller Chain Couplings from U.S. Tsubaki are your connection to better profits and productivity. We’ve … Continue reading

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loctite-case-history-211-262-threadlockerApplication Case History No. 211: Loctite 262 Threadlocker Stops Bolt Loosening Due To Vibration

MRO/Threadlocking/Loctite® 262 Adhesives for more reliable assemblies Solution: Using methods learned during a session of the Loctite Manufacturing Reliability Training Process conducted at this plant, the maintenance team leader applied Loctite 262 Threadlocker to all the mounting bolts and cap … Continue reading

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