Natural Frequencies & Modal Properties of Compound Planetary Gears
This paper presents the structured vibration mode and natural frequency properties of compound planetary gears of general description, including those […]
The Team Approach to Precision Plastic Gearing
Since antiquity, gears and gear systems have constantly been developed and improved. This continuing process includes the evolution of plastic […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
I’ve got a question for you: Was GEAR EXPO what you expected? Did you use any of your time there […]
A Solid State of Affairs
Testing for the Evaluation of the Oils Lubricants are essential in maintaining the condition of fixed or mobile assets. Any […]
Synthetic Lubricants for Real Results
For centuries lubricants have been utilized as a way to reduce friction and wear on moving parts. In 2005, approximately […]
Heat Treating Heavy-Duty Gears
Whether required to pace the movement of a precision watch or a giant wind turbine, gears play an essential role […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
Well, it’s finally here—GEAR EXPO! This is the premier show for our industry, and I hope that you are […]
Time to Shift Gears on Heat Treating?
How many times have you heard this conversation? Production manager: “Where’s the 72-piece bevel gear order that should be at […]
Case Study: Butler Gear/Cosen Saws
Like links in a chain, every aspect of your manufacturing process is connected, and if one of them fails or […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
A common mistake is to relate surface hardness to wear resistance. Other factors are also involved, such as ductility; the […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
In this issue of the magazine there is a special section devoted to GEAR EXPO. This, as we know, is […]
Diagnostic Tool Helps Develop Profile for Induction Hardening Process
Combining process monitoring and a diagnostic tool to develop a process for contour (profile) hardening gear teeth or tooth-like objects […]
Superior Bearings for Extruder Gearboxes
Demand for plastic components and materials in industrial and consumer applications is growing rapidly, and in all geographic regions. As […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
I recently read an interesting article titled “Puncturing the Myth of World Class Safety.” It appeared in Industrial Safety & […]
Improving Energy Efficiency with the Proper Gear Oils
Many factors come into play when selecting gear oils, including the projected life of a gearbox, its seals, and the […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
Go Team! This is the time of year when teams are very much in our thinking. How is our favorite […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
Well, here we are again, it’s springtime. As I write this column—which was composed in early April, by the way—I […]
Comparing Castings and Forgings
Material selection is one of the most crucial decisions made in the design, manufacture, and application of large structural components. […]
Terry McDonald: Site Safety
Well, it’s that time of year again… and no, I don’t mean April 15. Even though this is indeed that […]
Maximizing Gearbox Performance
Introduction Gearboxes are one of the most widely used types of industrial equipment in the world. They are used as […]
