Mechanical Components Reference Materials

Description: With over 20 years of experience Lukoil, a leading oil & gas business of Russia, aspired to expand oil & gas fields in Russia. For the expansion, Lukoil decided on the Bolshekhetskaya depression in ...

Description: Coiling Technologies Inc. is part of the essential critical infrastructure workforce as we produce products for the US Government and we must maintain normal operations under the current COVID 19 ...

Description: Coiling Technologies Inc. is part of the essential critical infrastructure workforce as we produce products for the US Government and we must maintain normal operations under the current COVID 19 ...

Description: Most people know what a bearing is, but fewer recognize a bushing. In this piece, we'll compare bearings and bushings and point out the differences between the two types of components. ...

Description: With over 100 years of experience, Alstom Power is a leading provider in the power generation industry. Close to 25% of the world's power production capacity depends on Alstom technology or services. ...

Description: Over a 13-year span, a major South American oil company's maintenance department fought recurring high vibrations in three gas reinjection compressor trains. To reduce the likelihood of machine trips, ...

Description: A long-time customer of Pivot Point approached us with a concept for a drive rod in a condiment dispenser, but needed a quick-release mechanism at the tip. Learn more about the application, the ...

Description: As a leading supplier to the medical industry, Smalley provides products and engineering expertise to support our customers worldwide, including the needs of the essential businesses that we supply. ...

Description: DMG MORI, an industry leader in the manufacturing of machine tools, has developed a new automatic turning machine with multiple spindles that represents a technological revolution in producing turned ...

Description: This is why APM Hexseal originally developed and patented the first sealing boots on the market, designed to shield electrical components from the incursion of unwanted moisture, pollutants, and other ...

Description: 18,000 RPM Air Bearing Spindles for Image Scanning in Harsh Conditions The Challenge: Design an inspection system for a European high-speed rail system - that must function accurately in harsh ...

Description: Many applications involve vibration, heavy, and/or shock loads, in addition to environmental issues like contamination, temperature variations and corrosion. Some conditions like temperature and ...

Description: Modern Linear makes products suitable for food processing and packaging applications. Special designs, materials and processes allow our guide roller components to meet the stringent standards of food ...

Description: In the industrial sector, sealing hardware plays a critical role in ensuring components are securely fastened within a system and preventing contaminants-such as liquids and gases-from moving through ...

Description: You wouldn't drive without a seatbelt, so why would you preload a bearing without a Smalley single-turn wave spring? Let's back up to the basics of bearing preload. A bearing is designed to move ...

Description: However, adding a wave spring to your design toolkit can open up a world of new and innovative possibilities. Knowing when to use a wave spring and understanding the value it brings can take your ...

Description: You order a standard Crest-to-Crest spring, C100-H7, which has a free height of 1.00" and carries a 25 lbs. load at a working height of 0.541". The spring had the dimensions you were looking for in ...

Description: A leading international semiconductor manufacturer recently cut out and sent a section of pipe to Plast-O-Matic complaining of a leaking check valve, pointing to cracks on both the inlet and outlet. ...

Description: Intro to Plastic Valves: Seals ...

Description: ABTech's 5-Axis air bearing project was designed and built for the National Ignition Facility at Lawrence Livermore Labs. The National Ignition Facility, or NIF is a stadium sized facility used to ...

Description: We've seen some very interesting requests with unique applications for our air bearings over the years. One recurring request is for rotary air bearings as turntables in high-end "record players". ...

Description: With the discontinuation of Simovert Masterdrive inverter range by Siemens, the date until the end of production that is set for 2020 is fast approaching. This will mean the discontinuation of ...

Description: NASA needed a machine that would safely and quickly produce optics for their long-delayed NuSTAR X-ray telescope. The scientists at NASA challenged ABTech to develop a multifunctional machine that ...

Description: Belleville washers, also referred to as conical spring washers, are cupped spring washers that flatten out as pressure is applied to them. Unlike a flat washer, a Belleville washer absorbs vibration ...

Description: Solenoid design considerations and descriptions including open frame linear, low profile, linear, soft-shift linear, tubular linear and more ...

Description: With the ever increasing E-Commerce market, parcel sorting will be a number one priority. It is estimated that packages being delivered by conveyor will reach up to 16 billion this year, and this ...

Description: This paper explores how solder joint strength is affected by reflow curves, and what the impact is of lower reflow temperatures and the use of lead-free solders. The peak temperature (PT), time above ...

Description: There are many existing options to meet the requirements of an effective heat sink fastening system. Available solutions for larger heat sinks often involve hardware requiring threaded sections in the ...

Description: Electric vehicles (EV) are not new to automotive markets. Beginning with the automaker giant, Tesla, other OEMs have supercharged their efforts in bringing affordable, reliable, and safe electric ...

Description: Electric and hybrid vehicles are, in many people's view, the way of the future. According to Mordor Intelligence, the hybrid vehicle market is likely to increase by 10.23% between now and 2024, with ...

Description: Fewer assembly steps. Since the task of hardware installation is done during fabrication, the number of steps required for final assembly time is reduced. Broadly defined, a self-clinching fastener ...

Description: With thousands of packages disappearing from porches every month, many people believe that delivery companies aren't doing their share to prevent package theft. Some even go as far as changing their ...

Description: The real costs of unscheduled downtime are both direct and indirect. Along with the expenses, there can be long-term repercussions for your business that can impact you for months or even years. That ...

Description: When an aircraft is manufactured, every single portion of the plane or jet is designed to be able to be serviced and repaired for the next 20-30 years. Aircraft manufacturing OEMs are building ...

Description: Doosan Škoda Power has more than a century's experience manufacturing steam turbines and is investing in research and development to be an international leader in the delivery of advanced clean energy ...

Description: Located in the Leningradskaya region of Russia, Gazprom's Compressor Station Elizavetinskaya-1 is a key point of the Gryazovets-Vyborg Pipeline and provides gas to European consumers via the ...

Description: It was in 1874 when the first ever furniture spring was placed into furniture. Springs help create the comfort into furniture. Even leather sofas have springs built into them. If springs are developed ...

Description: Drills, saws, sanders, and grinders - what do all of these power tools have in common? Retaining rings keep them from falling apart. A retaining ring's function is to hold components or assemblies in ...

Description: Pivot Point's latest case study focuses on the design process behind a steel lanyard - used to tether scupper plugs to marine vessels. ...

Description: Corrosion is a naturally occurring process that causes gradual degradation of materials. Corrosion can be categorized into general and localized corrosion. General corrosion results in uniform ...

Description: What are some advantages of using edgewinding? ...

Description: In an ideal world, you could build the best possible designs with standard parts. However, this is not always a reality, especially when certain specifications are a critical aspect of your ...

Description: While finding the best possible design solution can be challenging, knowing what options are available can make it easier for you. One option Smalley provides is a wave spring. A wave spring, a type ...

Description: Both wave springs and traditional coil springs fall under the category of compression springs. While the primary function is to provide axial load, wave springs have a few key differences and ...

Description: Spiral conveyor systems are a great way to increase throughput and optimize floor space. How do you know which one is right for your operation? ...

Description: Silicone rubbers are highly stable elastomers that are broadly used in industrial engineering and sealing applications. ...

Description: There are various types of springs such as custom, compression, torsion, and suspension. Each spring type has unique features and design specification. It is always important to choose the right ...

Description: Form-in-place-gaskets (FIPG) have been a revolutionary advancement in industries that bank on high-reliability sealing applications. FIPG is a versatile sealing technique that deploys a mostly ...

Description: Do you need help ordering metric parts? When you have selected your American standard parts it is important to consider your metric requirements. We provide you with simple tables with pertinent data ...

Description: A quick guide for fastener specifications and dimensions to help with ordering your parts. We have provided our ranges, special close tolerance diameters etc. for your convenience. Our specific thread ...

Description: An extensive reference for socket cap screws. We break down the specifics, terminology, lengths, nominal sizes, dimensions, and more that will help aid in selecting the right part for your ...

Description: Shim Types and Uses ...

Description: Five incredible under stair storage ideas and highlight the crafty builders who made them. ...

Description: Here are six hidden designs that transform everyday furniture into extraordinary opportunities for extra space. What might you spy with your little eye? ...

Description: Shipping containers first transformed the transportation industry. Now, they are transforming the architectural world ...

Description: OEM Direct Explained ...

Description: Ever close a drawer in your kitchen, turn to do something else, only to hear or see that drawer roll back out. You shut it again, but that drawer still rolls out? ...

Description: Follow These Tips or Risk a Costly Fiasco Down the Line ...

Description: 5 Steps to Clean and Lubricate Your Drawer Slide Like New ...

Description: The practice of micro-living-an ongoing movement to live tiny, affordably, and efficiently-is growing larger. In a previous blog post, we told you about the history of micro-living and how you, too, ...

Description: Fasteners are the nuts, bolts, screws, and other small components that keep machinery and components together in working order. Many fasteners work through the effective use of threads (left-hand ...

Description: Selecting the proper fastener material and finish can make or break a project-especially those with intended applications underwater or in harsh environments. With many options available, many ...

Description: Corrosion, a natural phenomenon that causes the degradation of metals, results in hundreds of billions of dollars in maintenance and repair costs every year. Corrosion can affect any metal including ...

Description: Rotating unions (also referred to as rotary unions, rotary joints, rotary swivels and rotary couplings) transfer fluids from a stationary source to rotating equipment. In theory, rotating unions are ...

Description: Production tooling and machine fabrication are key to producing many electric components. Many electrical tools, cabinets, and other products require significant design and manufacturing. Whether ...

Description: Most cars are driven purely mechanically, however drive-by-wire technology is starting to make its way into the automotive sector. Many drivers are resistant to the change, especially with ...

Description: Whether you're a mechanical or electrical engineer or the senior purchasing manager at a major manufacturing facility, you're likely familiar with solenoid valves and their role in the flow of liquids ...

Description: Electromechanical devices (e.g., linear and rotary solenoids) play a tremendous role in manufacturing processes and thousands of consumer products which make our lives easier and more productive. Both ...

Description: In standard solenoid valves, the solenoid requires the introduction of an electric current to produce a magnetic field. This magnetic field pulls the plunger away from the opening and allows the valve ...

Description: Rotary solenoids are electromechanical devices used for a variety of applications. They have a strong connection to Dayton and are vital for long life operation in challenging environments. What, ...

Description: As the owner or operator of a medical device company, your livelihood hinges on your ability to set yourself apart from your competitors. Developing strategies to maximize product quality while ...

Description: When A "Buzz" Can Save A Life According to the National Highway Safety Administration, 3.2% of crashes attributed to the driver were the result of "...being sleepy or actually sleeping at the time of ...

Description: Although flexure bearings are recommended for radial loading applications, they can also be used for axial, moment or torsional loading applications. When used in radial load applications, the bearing ...

Description: A major medical device manufacturer wanted to bring a new, game-changing laparoscopic surgical instrument to market. The OEM needed to partner with suppliers who could deliver components and complex ...

Description: Extensive technological inroads in drug delivery devices and surgical platforms are enabling significant improvement in the quality of patient care. Many of these fall under the "connected device" ...

Description: Efficient, accurate assembly and fastening processes are critical in manufacturing applications, as they ensure the right parts or components are utilized to build, sort or package products in a ...

Description: Components-specifically springs used for device activation and needle retraction-play a key role in creating a flexible design. Pharma and biopharma OEMS need to engage spring suppliers at the very ...

Description: The ACE gas springs reduce the amount of force that is required by the caregiver for lifting. Two 250N gas springs were needed to provide enough power to lift 350lbs. Additionally, the design needed ...

Description: Mid-Mountain Materials, Inc. compares the performance of silicone coated rope and die-cut gaskets in more detail. ...

Description: The most important point relative to this topic, and a matter which is frequently overlooked, is the fact that self-clinching fasteners are not inherently self-centering in a mounting hole into which ...

Description: PEM® self-clinching standoffs install with a squeeze in properly sized round mounting holes and become permanently mounted in the thin sheet. These standoffs enable components to be stacked or ...

Description: In our literature we simply call out our zinc plating as zinc plated 5?m, colorless, plus sealant/ lubricant. Further, but not generally noted is that this plating meets appearance requirements as ...

Description: Installation forces published in PennEngineering catalogs for self-clinching and broaching fasteners are always shown in units of force. Values are in pounds for unified parts and in KiloNewtons for ...

Description: The microPEM® line of fasteners from PennEngineering introduces some new thread designations which may not be familiar to many users. This technical sheet will present the differences between ...

Description: Many years of experience with customer concerns related to threads indicates there is value in clarifying three main areas of thread inspection criteria. These three areas are: 1. The proper use of NO ...

Description: Steel and aluminum panels in assemblies often will undergo surface finishing for reasons ranging from cosmetics to performance, while stainless steel panels may require passivation. For any assembly ...

Description: A self-clinching fastener's performance can be divided into two major types. ...

Description: Properly installed self-clinching fasteners are designed to provide permanent load bearing threads in thin metal sheets. When installed the fasteners become an integral part of the host panel and will ...

Description: All PennEngineering catalog bulletins list a standard finish and some also list optional finishes. There are also a wide variety of special finishes available to meet customer requirements when the ...

Description: Engineers, designers, and manufacturers often choose clinch fasteners to eliminate the need for loose hardware or to provide a method to include threads in thin sheets. Self-clinching fasteners are ...

Description: The demand for quality control of components and cleanliness testing have risen steadily in recent years-so much so that clean manufacturing is now one of the main issues in the automotive industry. ...

Description: Coating requirements regarding PEM materials and manufacturing ...

Description: In certain situations, PEM Type S nuts can be installed successfully without the need to pre punch a mounting hole in a separate operation. If these criteria are met, the fastener, along with the ...

Description: Occasionally, users of our self-clinching fasteners encounter thread binding issues when assembling fasteners made from stainless steel. This problem is typically related to galling. This technical ...

Description: Description of definitions relating to torque: prevailing torque, tension strength, etc. ...

Description: Here are answers to some of your most frequently asked questions (that we haven't covered yet). ...

Description: Fostering a passion for quality handiwork, functional artistry, and life on the road, the self-made women behind The Modern Caravan fully live by the words of the ancient Chinese philosopher, ...

Description: Industrial mechanical equipment must reliably perform essential tasks, even while operating in challenging conditions. The slightest error or malfunction can lead to time-consuming and costly ...

Description: Conventional fasteners, such as nuts, bolts, rivets, and screws, are relatively efficient at mounting a broad range of items to surfaces, or surfaces to each other. However, in some industrial ...

Description: Conax designed a dual-seal thermocouple to save production load when thermocouple sheath fails during a production run. Industry: A global manufacturer of specialty glass and high-purity products for ...