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Industrial Maintenance

How to Prevent Industrial Equipment Failure

Industrial equipment failure can lead to significant operational disruptions, financial losses, and safety hazards. Implementing effective strategies to prevent industrial equipment failure is crucial for

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Power Transmission

What Is Hydraulics?

In the industrial world, hydraulic systems are used for a variety of applications, both large and small. Hydraulic equipment is integral in manufacturing, construction, material

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Bearings

7 Ways to Winter-Proof Your Components

When temperatures drop and snow blankets the landscape, industrial operations don’t hibernate. Outdoor facilities, especially in agriculture and grain handling, face unique challenges in winter.

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Power Transmission

The Power of Worm Gearboxes

When it comes to delivering exceptional torque in compact spaces, worm gearboxes are in a league of their own. Worm gearboxes are a staple in

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Power Transmission

Wing Pulleys : What They Are and How They Work

Wing pulleys are doing serious work behind the scenes. They’re self-cleaning, efficient, and extend the life of your belts—making them a critical component in industries

Masterdrive couplings
Power Transmission

What is a Flex Coupling?

A flex coupling is a crucial component for connecting two rotating shafts in machinery, designed to transmit torque while accommodating misalignment, reducing stress, and absorbing

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Power Transmission

5 Advantages of Brushless Motors

Electric motors are everywhere around us, but they’re not all created equal. In recent years, brushless motors have gained popularity across various industries, from power

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Bearings

Why Split Bearings Save You Time

Bearings may seem like small components in the grand scale of industrial machinery, but their role is anything but minor. These crucial components allow machines

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Grain Industry

4 Types of Bucket Elevators

In the world of material handling, many types of conveying systems are used to transport products and substances. One type is a bucket elevator, which

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Bearings

How Bearings Keep Your Food Safe

Ever wonder how your favorite snack manages to travel all the way to your plate without contamination?  When we think of food safety, our minds

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Material Handling

Practicing Conveyor Safety: Important Tips & Tricks

Conveyor systems are a necessity in many industries, ranging from agriculture to food production. While these belts are important for manufacturing, moving and processing products,

Bearings

What to Know About Electric Motor Bearings

Did you know that a staggering 51 percent of all motor failures can be traced back to bearing issues? Understanding electric motor bearings, their types,

Power Transmission

The Benefits of the Right Gearbox

Gearboxes are in your car, they’re in your industrial facility– they’re even in your blender!  In this article, we’ll take a closer look at gearboxes

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Continuous Improvement

4 Ways Industrial Customers Win with E-Commerce

Everyone is moving towards e-commerce– industrial distribution included. It’s a big transition from binders and paper purchase orders, to digital commerce. And some might say,

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Material Handling

How to Select the Best Screw Conveyor

Screw conveyors are an excellent option for conveying bulk materials. In fact, screw conveyors are one of the oldest known types of mechanical conveyors, dating

Industrial automation future trends
Continuous Improvement

The Future of Industrial Automation: 5 Key Trends

The industrial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. For the past three decades, industrial automation has been steadily reshaping factories, warehouses, and agriculture. However, its

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Belting & Hose

Ultimate Guide to Hydraulic Hose Fittings

You can find hydraulic fittings in almost every industry. They form secure, leak-proof connections between hoses, pipes, and other components in a hydraulic system. But

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