As equipment powered by industrial belts become smaller, in electric vehicles and other applications, how does Clavis ensure its belt measurement device perfectly fit our customers’ production environments — particularly when they are located hundreds-of-thousands of miles away? In my latest blog, I explain why computer aided design (CAD) is vital to Clavis’s unique production and services, …
Whatever your application — automotive steering systems, agricultural equipment, HVAC systems, 3D printers or any other — the same problems can arise with industrial belts, from improper tension like wear, shortened belt lifetimes, and unexpected maintenance and downtime if the belt fails. Belt tension is vital to your bottom line, so the efficiency, power and …
When power-assisted steering first emerged, the industry — including road testers — didn’t like it very much. Yet, electric power assisted systems (EPAS) are vital in today’s modern vehicles. Here, I explain what shifted opinions and why effective belt measurement is vital for the power-assisted systems of today and tomorrow. “The horse is here to stay …
They say the devil is in the details, which can also apply to engines. Before faulty drive alignment, incorrect tensioning is the most significant cause of drive belt failures that, in worst case scenarios, can cause engines to fail completely. Here, I explain how manufacturers can avoid costly downtime, and why it’s vital that belt …
It is time for that perfect photo; the one that portrays a life changing moment perfectly. With phone or camera in hand, you take your first selfie as a married couple or capture your child’s first football match or University graduation. But, if that photo is a blur, then the moment is lost. This situation …
