Ameridrives Couplings says it now offers mechanical and hydraulic shaft-locking devices, which are custom-engineered and manufactured at the company's Erie, Pa., facility.
Larger diameters allow Ameriloc hydraulic locking devices to tension quickly, according to the company. The hydraulic pump required for assembly can be a stationary unit, but the use of a hydraulic hand pump is also possible for tensioning at difficult-to-reach places, such as the turret of a wind turbine.
The mechanical locking device eliminate the need for keyways or splines, provide shaft positioning, and feature zero backlash, reduced shaft stress, and high contact pressure for greater torque, according to the company.
All units are pre-assembled and ready to install.
