BMG’s new Superbolt, which forms part of the Nord-Lock range, is designed to reduce downtime and eliminate unsafe and laborious bolting methods for pumps and pumping equipment, particularly in harsh operating conditions.
The primary benefit of Superbolt is the reduction in torque required. This quick and efficient bolting method is based on a design which splits one big torque into a number of smaller ones. It has numerous advantages over conventional bolting products and ensures joints can be tightened with high accuracy, without the need for specialist skills or heavy tooling. Tightening in pure tension allows higher preloads on the same size bolt than conventional tightening methods.
By generating a preload high enough above the separating forces, bolting will not vibrate loose on properly designed joints. Added elasticity increases fatigue life of the bolted joint. Installations are safe because only small hand tools are required. This means there are no safety hazards from immense hydraulic pressures, no pinching hazards and no need for the lifting of large tools or sockets breaking under high pressure.
Multi-jackbolt tensioners are easy to install, even in confined spaces, and although there are multiple jackpoints to tighten, by using hand or air tools installation times are faster than other bolting methods.The high preload capacity and accuracy of this system has resulted in the design of smaller bolt sizes. Compact dimensions and reduction of tooling sizes allows for reduction of the size of machinery, reducing material and machining costs.
Bringing true mobile welding capability to SA agriculture
Other technologies
Bolt and Engineering Distributors has launched the new Fronius Ignis Battery. This is a next-generation, battery-powered welding system engineered for mobility, reliability and performance in off-grid agricultural environments.
Read more...Monitoring relays keep operations running Omron Electronics
Other technologies
OMRON’s K8 series relays are designed to prevent breakdowns, protect critical assets and support smarter maintenance strategies on the plant.
Read more...Additives drive fuel efficiency and engine protection Bearing Man Group T/A BMG
Other technologies
Rising fuel costs and increasing pressure on equipment reliability are driving demand for solutions that improve diesel engine efficiency. BMG addresses this requirement in Africa through its range of Liqui Moly additives.
Read more...Next-generation grease pumps SKF South Africa
Other technologies
SKF has introduced its latest advancement in lubrication technology with the unveiling of a new line of air-operated grease pumps.
Read more...Oil analysis is an investment that pays a cost-savings dividend
Other technologies
The majority of organisations implementing oil analysis face the challenge of maximising operational cost savings against the pressure to achieve full production and enhance shareholder value. An organisation may, or may not, achieve the intended benefits for several reasons, chief among them being the failure to implement a sound corrective-action strategy.
Read more...The cost of incorrect lubrication
Other technologies
Sam Kekana, technical sales representative at Lubrication Engineers has spent years working with plant maintenance teams across a range of industries, and he has seen where lubrication goes wrong and what it costs companies when it does.
Read more...The AI skills every engineer now needs
Other technologies
To use AI responsibly and effectively, you need at least a basic understanding of how they work and where they can fail. Generative AI then becomes a powerful assistant; without it, you are effectively ‘prompting and praying’, exposing yourself to errors and professional embarrassment.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.
printer friendly version