BMG’s power transmission division has extended its range of heavy industrial couplings to include the Rexnord Falk Steelflex grid couplings. These reduce the impact of high impact and vibratory loads on equipment by up to 30%. They have a unique 'replace in place' design which eliminates the need to remove or reposition hubs or re-align shafts. They also offer equipment protection against shaft misalignment. The grid, which is quench and tempered, is free to rock, pivot and float within the hub teeth. This means misalignment capacity is provided, without the detrimental bearing side loads created by conventional couplings.
When subjected to normal shock or vibratory loads, the grid couplings torsionally deflect. They offer enhanced vibration damping and reduce peak torque by about 30%, also reducing wear on connected equipment components. These couplings act as a shock absorber for rotary motion, relying on the predictable resilience of the steel grid for torsional flexibility.
The Falk grid range is available in 25 sizes with various bore, speed and torque capacities. This range offers high torque ratings, low operating costs and extended maintenance periods.
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