When consulting with customers, abrasives suppliers place a great deal of emphasis on choosing the best abrasive product for the job. To put that product to its best use, however, itâ s just as ...

It's universally recognized that proper synchronous belt tension is key to efficient drive operation. And where newer-generation belts drive loads, proper tensioning is critical. First-generation ...

Despite doing so much, most of us forget the serpentine belt even exists — let alone that its tension matters. But it does. A lot. Too tight and it'll grind bearings to dust. Too loose and you're ...

The most common reasons for belt failure are improper belt tension (too loose or too tight), poor alignment, pulley damage or distortion, environment (excessive heat and ozone), and using an improper ...

The Volvo D13 engine is a highly reliable and efficient engine widely used in commercial vehicles. Like all internal combustion engines, it requires proper maintenance to ensure that it runs smoothly ...

Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

Awell-designed, industrial belt drive is capable of operating for several years when used under normal conditions, and properly maintained. Put it in a difficult environment, however, or simply ...

REDUCING WEAR Sensors on Martin Engineering’s tensioning system detect if a conveyor belt is conveying material, automatically relieving tension to reduce wear when it is not loaded The new automatic ...