A paper manufacturer has four paper machines. The largest and most costly downtime ($8,000 hr) being a #4 paper machine. The paper machine OEM is no longer supplying parts for Eaton Aero Clutch. The OEM’s solution is to replace the clutch/brake... Read More

IN778 Series, Nitrogen Generator The IN778 membrane type nitrogen generator allows point of use generation of nitrogen enriched air simply by providing clean compressed air. No external power is required to generate up to 20 lpm of 98 or 99.9% nitro... Read More

SMARTWATCH ANALOGYSmartwatches have transformed personal health management by providing real-time data on heart rate, activity, and other vital signs. This constant monitoring helps users make informed decisions—like adjusting daily activity to... Read More

A poultry plant was changing their 1 - 15/15" pillow block bearings out every two weeks on the paw picker line. The standard duty stainless bearings were failing from water ingress and overhung load. These bearings are critical in this application be... Read More

Learn more about proper belt storage and handling procedures for power transmission belts.   Read More

The U.S. spends $30 billion annually on electricity powering motor-driven systems.  Electric motors consume 70% of all the electricity used in plants. Not all operate at optimum efficiency. View Gates White Paper for additional statistics and case st... Read More

The attached White Paper examines drive system cleaning and sanitizing challenges with roller chain versus belt drives in the food processing industry. Topics include: Balancing Food Safety Regulations with Productivity Productivity Costs of Cleanin... Read More

Misalignment is the most common cause of premature belt failure. It can interfere with performance in both synchronous and v-belt drives.  In complex drive applications, misalignment is not always easily detectable. The Gates White Paper below will h... Read More

V-BELT TENSIONING THUMB DEPRESSION METHOD If after seating the belt(s) and checking sheave alignment, each belt can be depressed its own thickness for every four feet of belt span with moderate effort, it can be considered correctly tensioned. Rechec... Read More

The attached case study focuses on a North American paper mill where two speed reducers failed on the wood chip reclaimer. The facts: The wood yard is a harsh environment and the reclaimer experiences high shock loads. The failed speed reducers had ... Read More