Smart AccessOn the Go for Drives and Motion Control
By John Meyer, Siemens
Plant operators constantly look for ways to increase the efficiency and data collection from drives and motion control. With an eye...
Extending the Life of Precision Components in Demanding Applications: Part 1...
Although bearings, gears, rollers, and other precision components are generally made of hardened steel or metal alloys, those utilized in high load applications still...
Longer Service Life With No Maintenance a Reality
By Ken Kelly, Force Control Industries
Force Control motor brakes employ oil shear technology, providing a longer service life with no maintenance or adjustment in...
Precision Meets Connectivity
Big Data, Cloud, Internet of Things, and Smart Factory: This is just a selection of the buzzwords currently dominating the discussions in many industry...
Extending the Life of Eddy Current Variable Speed Drive Systems
Figure 1: Original Dynamatic® Assembling Drawings
Eddy current drive technology can be a reliable proven alternative to traditional VFDs. An eddy current drive controls speed...
The World’s Largest Untapped Resource: Excess Heat: Part 3 of 3
Read Part 1 here.
Recycling heat is not only an overlooked measure in the current energy crisis, but also the next frontier of the green...
The power of severe-duty motors
Severe-duty motors are designed to withstand the most demanding operational conditions, where extreme environments challenge equipment performance and longevity. Industries such as oil and...
Leading the World in Energy Storage
Efficiency and sustainability are watchwords in today’s industrial market, and a significant surge in the energy storage sector is the focus on renewable energy...
Vibration monitoring that anyone can afford: Part 2 of 2
see Part 1 here
In last month’s installment of this series, we discussed how vibration monitoring is an affordable and reliable component for almost any...
How Split Roller Bearings Increase Facility Efficiency and Reduce Downtime
No matter what the specific application or industry focus, efficiency is key for ensuring optimized operations in industrial facilities. But high efficiency means more...









