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Types of Swivels

Types of Swivels Hydraulic swivels are rotating mechanisms that eliminate twists, kinks and bends in hoses that deliver hydraulic fluid. These specially designed fittings transmit pressurized fluid…

What Is a Hydraulic Hose Swivel?

Hydraulic hoses are susceptible to potentially damaging motions and vibrations during operation. The stress generated by these actions can cause abrasions that negatively impact hose performance.…

Excavator Hydraulic Swivel Joint

Excavator Hydraulic Swivel Joint As an excavator digs and moves materials, its structure needs to rotate to position the boom in the right place. During rotation, the hydraulic fluid needs to flow…

What Is a Worm Gear?

Handle a range of operating needs while getting enhanced durability and fast braking capabilities from worm gears. Whether you need components for operating presses, rudders, lifts or small motors,…

Rack-and-Pinion Gears

Racks and pinions are components that work together to convert revolving motion into linear motion. Generally, when a gear rack and a pinion work together, they are referred to as "rack and pinion."…

Slew Ring Installation

As an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), we design slew rings and bearings to handle radial and axial loads based on drive specifications. As your go-to OEM, we offer in-stock and custom…

Heat Treatment of Steel

Heat treatment is a process of heating that is used on different materials to achieve varying goals depending on the treatment and material. In steel manufacturing, the rate of heating and afterwards…

Slew Drive Maintenance

The Importance of Slew Drive Maintenance Following basic care and material handling of mechanical components is a requirement if you want to extend the life of the slew drive bearings in your…