When Does It Make Sense to Repair or Replace a Gearbox?
When a critical gearbox fails, maintenance teams are often faced with a tough decision: should they invest in gearbox repair, schedule a gearbox rebuild, or move forward with a full gearbox replacement? For many operations, this choice isn’t just about parts and labor—it directly impacts downtime, production costs, and long-term equipment reliability. Understanding when industrial […]
What Is a Worm Gearbox & How Does It Work?
A worm gearbox (also called a worm gear drive or worm gear reducer) is a right-angle gearbox that uses a screw-like worm shaft meshing with a toothed worm gear to achieve large speed reductions and high torque in a compact package. Each turn of the worm shaft advances the worm gear by the worm’s thread […]
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 and how they work. Then, we’ll learn the different types of gearboxes commonly used in industrial distribution and material handling, as well as examine which kind may be right for […]
Avoid Long Lead Times with a Versatile, Factory-Stocked Gearbox Replacement Solution
While the industry is still experiencing longer lead times, especially when it comes to gearbox replacements and gearing components, it’s more important than ever to have an industrial partner that can help guide you in finding different brands and products that will meet your application’s unique needs. That’s why at IBT, we take pride in […]
How Gearboxes & Gear Reducers Add Function & Utility to Power Transmission Operations
A gearbox—otherwise known as a gear reducer or speed reducer—is a set of gears that can be added to a motor to decrease speed and increase torque drastically. Two standard gearbox configurations are in-line and right angle, though hybrid drives are also available. ➤ In-line models are commonly made up of helical or spur gears, […]
Beat Downtime with Dodge® Food Grade Products
Food producers, don’t let corrosive agents, moisture, or harsh-cleaning chemicals impact your operations. With the average recall costing $10 million, it’s time to reconsider if your current equipment can protect you from unnecessary downtime and expensive repairs. That’s where Dodge® Food Safe products can help. This IBT supplier offers industry-leading Dodge Food Safe ball bearings […]
Dodge® Stainless Gearboxes Ideal for Food and Chemical Processing
If you work in food or chemical processing, then you know that traditional epoxy-painted and cast iron gearboxes don’t last long. The constant chemical exposure, water immersion, abrasion, and high-pressure washdown causes the paint to chip—and rusts the metal, which eventually gets eaten away. Longer-Lasting Than Painted or Cast Iron Gearboxes If you’re replacing your […]
Reduce Downtime with IBT’s Industrial Services Team
Downtime is a drag! Breakdowns are a pain…I think we can all agree on that. It doesn’t matter if it’s your internet or the coffee maker. If it’s down or broken, you’re missing out and probably losing money trying to fix it. These inconveniences throw us off and can set the tone for our day…..and […]