Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), as well as equipment operators in Louisiana industries, often need to replace coupling systems. These systems are used to connect two rotating shafts in equipment or between machines or equipment components. The right coupling protects equipment from misalignments that can damage the equipment, while also providing full transfer of torque through the coupling for increased performance throughout the system.
As these couplings often have intense pressure and force exerted through the system, choosing a reliable, proven product is always essential. Most Louisiana companies requiring the use of these types of systems choose one of the Falk coupling options.
Rigid Couplings
The use of the rigid types of Falk coupling systems is ideal for heavy leads on equipment where the precision alignment of the two shafts is easy to create and maintain. Since the coupling is rigid in nature, it cannot move to accommodate changes in the position of the shaft.
Beam and Helical Couplings
A more flexible option for the maximum hold is the beam coupling, sometimes called a helical coupling. This is created by combining a single outside covering for the coupling combined within a central inner spiral to allow flexibility. This can be made from titanium, stainless steel or aluminum and is often found in robotic systems on industry production floors.
Flexible
The flexible Falk coupling is extremely versatile and is ideal when shafts are not in full alignment. The shape allows for the transfer of torque even with the misalignment while also helping to reduce vibration throughout both shafts.
Disc and Gear
Both disc and gear couplings are ideal in production types of applications. Disc systems are used in engines and use a series of discs to make the connection. The gear coupling is used to accommodate for shafts that are in different planes, allowing for effective transmission of torque through the use of a spindle, which is a form of a third shaft.
