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Mechanical Design

5 Common Lead Screw Applications

Jun 12, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in a wide range of equipment to create controlled linear motion. Explore five common applications, including linear actuators, CNC machines, and more.

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Mechanical Design

Lead Screws: Uses, Types, & Advantages

Jun 5, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in machines and assemblies where rotary motion needs to be converted into controlled linear movement. A motor, handwheel, or other rotating

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Electric & Tooling

Understanding Industrial Relays: Types, Terminology, & How to Choose the Right One

Jun 2, 2026 Natalie Co

Relays are one of the most fundamental components in industrial control systems, yet their naming conventions trip up engineers and technicians at every experience level. Today,

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Mechanical Design

U-Bolt Size Chart

Jun 2, 2026 Scott Bredemann

This chart provides common U-bolt dimensions by nominal pipe size and uses lettered measurements that correspond to the diagram below. When selecting a U-bolt, the

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misumi timing belts and pulleys
Mechanical Design

Timing Belts and Pulleys: Introduction to Speed Ratio

Apr 21, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Get a comprehensive introduction to speed ratio for timing belts and pulleys.

Mechanical Design

Performance of Timing Belt Profiles

Apr 19, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Performance of Timing Belt Profiles Determining the exact differences between power transmission (PT) systems can

Videos

MechMinutes Video: Timing Belt Wear Signs

Apr 14, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

TIMING BELTS & PULLEYS PT. 2: TIMING BELT WEAR SIGNS | MECH MINUTES If you’re

Industry Insights

The Internet of Things — What does it mean?

Apr 5, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

It seems that there is a lot of confusion about what products exactly constitute the

Videos

Timing Belts & Pulley Selection

Mar 24, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Welcome to the first part in our Mech Minutes Timing Belts and Pulleys video series.

Mechanical Design

Surface Treatment Processes and Coating Techniques

Feb 15, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

There are many different methods by which a metallic coating can be applied as a

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 4 – Alignment Concerns

Feb 9, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

When working with and designing jigs or fixtures with locating pins, proper alignment is crucial

Mechanical Design

Advantages of Surface Coatings and Treatments

Jan 26, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Nowadays,  parts made from common alloys like steel can be specified with  an impressive number

Mechanical Design

Timing Belt Maintenance and Belt Failure

Jan 15, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

There are many advantages to a timing belt: positioning accuracy, speed, low maintenance, and high

Mechanical Design

5 Ways to Build a Culture of Safety

Dec 15, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Everyone agrees that the safety of workers must be a top priority within industrial manufacturing

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