In response to demands for longer, uninterrupted service life, DEUBLIN Co. manufactures a complete line of electrical slip ring systems. These devices are used in many industrial applications such as wind turbines, tooling machines, plastic-molding machines, propulsion centrifuges, robotics, and others. The company says its slip rings are optimized with material configurations tested and proven…
A few ideas for solving mechanical motion problems
A recent Mechanical Motion Solutions brochure provides an overview of key product features and specs for the Thomson family of mechanical and electromechanical motion equipment. The brochure is available in English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish. Featured technologies include Linear Ball Bushing bearings and 60 Case LinearRace shafting, profile rail…
Dow lubricant brochure for wind turbine gearboxes
The Dow UCON™ GL-320 lubricant was developed for wind turbines, though it can also be used for other types of gearboxes. Turbines can shut down in cold weather because of filter failures resulting from high lubricant viscosity. UCON™ GL-320 has a higher viscosity index to address this issue without needing additional VI improvers. The lubricant…
A guide to “green” jobs
One estimate from the U.S. Conference of Mayors was that the “green economy” could account for up to 10% annual job growth over the next 30 years. To hit that mark, Vault.com Inc. New York City, is helping jobseekers with the release of its debut edition of the Vault Guide to Environmental Careers. The 70…