The Ultimate Glossary of Rotary Joint Terms
Expand your knowledge of rotary joints with the following glossary of commonly used terms.
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Kadant Solutions Updates Flagship Shower Oscillator
Since it was introduced in the late 1980’s, the EMO III™ electro-mechanical oscillator has set the standard for functionality and reliability in shower oscillation.
Read moreWritten by Jim Baldauf on November 01, 2016.
Sheet Holes in the Tissue Industry
When does a hole in tissue paper become critical in tissue making process? What size hole is still acceptable?
Read moreWritten by Werner Raschka on October 18, 2016.
A History of Innovation – Synthetic Fiber
The VeriLite™ Roll Cleaner Assembly is the first integrated roll cleaning assembly designed specifically for improving yield and safety in the production of synthetic fiber-based products.
Read moreWritten by Aaron Hickman on October 04, 2016.
Profits Bubbling Up in Champagne—From Waste!
Everyone in industry wants to reduce raw material and process costs, improving quality and sustainability. But how?
Read moreWritten by Martin Koepenick on September 13, 2016.
Pump stopped, but water keeps coming. The Vacuum Breaker Solution.
Vacuum breakers are made up of five parts including the body, O-ring, ball, spring, and retainer tube.
Read moreWritten by Jan Walter on November 08, 2016.
Multi-Passage Rotary Unions Provide Versatility for Unique Applications
Multi-passage rotary unions are designed to perform on a wide range of pressures (including vacuum), speeds, and temperatures.
Read moreWritten by Matt Beach on October 25, 2016.
What’s this thing for? Measuring Seal Wear
Many self-supported rotary joints have a wear indicator machined on the nipple of the rotary joint.
Read moreWritten by Ken Lahrke on October 11, 2016.
The Impact of Codes and Standards
The implementation of codes and standards has reduced the number of failures to virtually none.
Read moreWritten by Isaac Romero on September 27, 2016.
The Significance of Roll Cleaning in Process Equipment
Proper roll cleaning saves money by increasing efficiency, decreasing maintenance, and reducing defects.
Read moreWritten by Vicki Hunsberger on September 06, 2016.
