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Planetary gearboxes are a cut above other gearbox types, thanks to a long list of advantages that includes exceptional power density, speed and space savings. But when it comes to high torque, precision, repeatability and backlash-free operation, not all planetary gearboxes are the same. A new white paper, Planetary Gearbox Considerations for High-Performance Applications, explains …

Rotating radar systems have proven effective on the battlefield and at sea, helping warfighters track incoming and outgoing missiles. Whether mounted aboard trucks or ships, the antennas used to track these targets revolve by means of a mechanically rotating ring gear and a planetary gearbox. Not only are the antennas heavy, they impose various forces …

Automation has come to the military like many other sectors, and vehicle-mounted mortar fire is no exception. The newest systems are compact in size and can rapidly fire 81-millimeter or larger shells. Computer-controlled, they operate with greater accuracy, longer range and less recoil. Given these advances, infantry units can “shoot and scoot” before an enemy …

Seven-axis articulated arm robots are a perfect option for operations looking to perform automated tasks with optimal speed, efficiency and productivity. Despite the undeniable advantages that adding a seven-axis system offers, system maintenance presents challenges that can cut into those benefits. For example, lubricating the rack and pinion systems, as well as the linear guides …

Show Canada Industries is one of the world’s foremost fabricators of kinetic stage architecture. The company has built specialized structures for performance spaces, sports venues and casinos in over 30 countries, with projects as diverse as they are extraordinary. For many of its major projects, Show Canada uses Redex racks and pinions inside its specialized …

When you need to lift, push or support a heavy load in tight industrial spaces, it can be hard to find the right solution. Even if you find a jack that meets some of your requirements, the manufacturer may not offer the options you need to comprise a complete unit at an acceptable cost. A …

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Our KRP2st servo reducer features a new gearing design. This new video will explain the benefits of this design along with the KRP2st’s other features and advantages while taking you on a 360-degree tour of the unit. Visit our product page and watch the video!

Our DRP rack and pinion drive includes two planetary reducers in a super-rigid universal housing. Our new video gives you a close-up look at the DRP drive while highlighting the many features and benefits that make it an ideal choice for rack & pinion and rotary table drive applications. Visit our product page and watch …

Specifying and implementing the right gear for rotary motion applications is often expensive and challenging. For example, some applications may not require 360 degrees of travel. And, conventional gear manufacturing equipment typically can’t produce larger-diameter gears. Ultimately, larger-size gears and small-volume custom orders tend to cost more and have long lead times. Even if you …