Parallel keys and tapered keys – Standards and norms (OLD+URL Redirect)

Parallel keys and tapered keys are two common connecting elements in the mechanical engineering industry. They are used to create a force-locking connection between two components. In this article, the two key types are examined in more detail and their areas of application are explained.

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Metals and surface treatments – an overview (OLD+URL Redirect)

Industrial surface treatment is a process where a surface of a workpiece is treated to improve or change its mechanical, chemical or visual properties.

Basic knowledgeSurfaces
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How to select the right component surface – expert knowledge of surface roughness and surface hardness (OLD+URL Redirect)

Surface roughness and surface hardness are important properties that must be taken into account when selecting components. Although there are different methods for measuring the roughness or coarseness of a component surface, these measurements often have to be converted to a standard measure.

Basic knowledgeSurfaces
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Steel materials, steel and industrial materials: A guide to choosing the best steel for your applications

Industrial materials are very diverse and include metal (e.g. steel), polymers, glass and composites. It is important to take a look at these materials as they are used for a wide range of applications.

Basic knowledgeMaterials
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Shaft couplings – Basics and areas of application (OLD+URL Redirect)

This blog article provides an introduction on how couplings work and the different types in use today.

Rotary MotionTransmission
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Shaft types in mechanical engineering – Linear shafts, rotary shafts, rods and how to make the right choice (OLD+URL Redirect)

Shafts are an important part in the engineering industry as they connect different components. Different types of shaft are used in mechanical engineering, including linear shafts, rotary shafts, and rods. There are several factors to consider when selecting the best shaft for a specific application. These include the type of application, the performance requirements and the type of shaft that is best suited for the application. If you make the right choice, you can be sure that the machine will work efficiently and achieve the desired results.

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Understanding rotary shafts, axes and motor shafts: A guide (OLD+URL Redirect)

Rotary shafts are an key element of modern mechanical engineering. Rotary shafts transmit rotational motions. They can be made of different materials, which are specifically selected depending on the application. Materials include stainless steel, rust-free steel and steel.

Basic knowledgeRotary Motion
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Components for linear motion – key facts about drives, shafts, couplings, drives, guides and much more (OLD+URL Redirect)

Linear motors, linear actuators, linear axes, and other components enable linear motion. Linear motors are specially designed motors that generate linear motion. They generate forces to move loads in a straight line.

Linear Motion
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