Industrial Gearboxes 101 | Types & Applications

These gearboxes are compact and consume lower amounts of power compared to other models. Many industrial applications require them for heavy-duty operations, such as environments involving cement, plastic, and rubber materials.

These industrial gearboxes feature curved teeth on a conical surface near the unit’s rim. They facilitate rotary motions between shafts that are not parallel. Conveyors, quarries, and mining facilities often use bevel helical gearboxes.

Coaxial helical gearboxes are suitable for many heavy-duty applications because of their efficiency and durable quality. They can be designed with a high level of customization to maximize transmission and load ratios.

These gearboxes feature a monolithic and rigid construction for functionality in applications working with heavy loads. Once mounted on the appropriate motor shaft output, they can provide superior mechanical benefits. Skew bevel helical gearboxes can be adjusted based on the preferred number of gears or teeth.

For applications requiring increased accuracy and durability, planetary gearboxes are ideal. They are specially designed to optimize equipment performance so that it lasts longer. Planetary gearboxes are available in a hollow format or with different mounting options like shafts, flanges, or feet.

Worm reduction gearboxes can achieve enhanced speed reduction between crossed axis shafts that do not intersect. These models feature a worm wheel with a large diameter and a screw that connects with the teeth. These gearboxes are best for heavy-duty applications, such as operations in the fertilizer, mineral, and chemical industries.

Shaft Mount Gear Reducers are utilized for the transmission of power to conveyors in aggregate, agricultural, and material handling applications. The gearbox is directly mounted on the driven shaft and uses an adjustable torque arm to connect the reducer to the supportive structure. Shaft mount reducers are enclosed helical gear reducers with a hollow output. Tapered bushings kits with a range of bore variations provide an easy way to mount the reducer. Belt guards and motor mount kits are also available . Shaft mounts can also be used in screw conveyor applications. A screw conveyor drive consists of a standard shaft-mounted speed reducer, a steel motor mounting bracket, an adapter with CEMA drilling containing shaft seals, and a removable steel shaft, all mounted on a screw conveyor trough end. All housings are made of high strength cast iron