Steve Hittmann

Did you know that an electric motor’s purchase price represents only 2% of its total cost of ownership? According to the International Energy Agency, 69 per cent of the energy used by industrial applications is related to electric motors, which are the driving force behind conveyor processes, pumps, heating and ventilation systems, and air compressors. … Continue reading Reducing annual energy costs with high-efficiency motor solutions →

Gates range of high-performance belts for the mining sector leads the way in terms of innovative products for varying and complex mining applications.

In the mining sector, an effective grid coupling needs to stand up to earth-shattering vibrations, while at the same time, lending some flexibility to an application. “A heavy shock load can devastate a coupling arrangement even on the most robust equipment, which is why Rexnord developed the Falk Steelflex T-design range,” says Steve Hittmann, BSC’s … Continue reading Good vibrations with high performance steel grid coupling →

One of CBC Australia’s key partners for shaft coupling products is Timken, which provides the Timken Quick-Flex shaft couplings to operate in harsh environments, especially within industries such as mines and quarries while requiring minimal maintenance.