Author Archives: Terry McCormick

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  Building Retrofit Gearboxes with Improved Performance Characteristics

  Posted on February 15, 2018 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Rj Link Int. has been seeing increased requests for retrofit units as more companies are looking for service components when designs are no longer available.  Some issues that might need to be addressed are leak and/or vibration issues, or there could be a need to increase speed and/or torque.  The footprint is important, as the input and output will still have to […]

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  Rj Link Addressing Manufacturing’s Biggest Challenge of Unskilled Workers

  Posted on February 9, 2018 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Companies in the manufacturing industry are finding it harder and harder to find skilled workers.   One factor contributing to this problem is the amount of knowledge that is being lost as baby boomers reach retirement age.  According to AARP, 10,000 baby boomers are turning 65 every single day, and this is expected to continue into the 2030s.  Another contributing factor […]

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  D175, Speed Reducer – Centrifugal Pump Application

  Posted on January 22, 2018 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Features:  Various input and output shaft configurations, tapered shaft with SAE bell housing with clutch, rubber block drive or flange connection.   Typical Application:  Centrifugal Pump   Specifications:  Ratio:  1.2:1 to 4.0:1 Max HP:  600 Input Speed (rpm):  1,800 Overall Size:  28 x 32 x 32          

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  D204, Speed Reducer – Dredging & Rock Crushing Applications

  Posted on December 27, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

    Features: Fabricated gearbox for mounting flexibility.  This gearbox is designed to be mounted and operated at angles up to 30 degrees.   Typical Applications:  Dredging & Rock Crushing   Specifications:  Ratio:  2:1 to 3:1 Max HP:  1,000 Input Speed (rpm):  1,800 Overall Size:  43 x 37 x 33

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  Details Make the Difference

  Posted on December 21, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Power transmission systems are the decisive link between engine & result.  A small change in detail means a big change in process.   Developing & manufacturing gear units since 1992, Rj Link has a deep understanding of drive system technology.  We know that the little things count.  For precisely that reason, Rj Link places particular emphasis on the […]

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  Happy Holidays from Rj Link International!

  Posted on December 20, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  As we are closing in on the end of another year, all of us at Rj Link International would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday!  During the past two years, investments made by ownership to enhance the Rj Link team has helped the company to expand and pursue many new opportunities in new markets.  Below are some of […]

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  Rj Link Int’s Engineering Dream Team

  Posted on December 12, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Despite talent problems that have become a growth problem for many manufacturing companies, Rj Link Int. has greatly enhanced the Engineering Dept. within the past couple of years with a “Dream Team” of engineers that have experience in many different applications in numerous markets.  Companies that are lacking in that skill level are turning to Rj Link Int. for answers […]

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  D281, Speed Reducer – Reciprocating Pump Application

  Posted on December 11, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Features:  SAE bell housing with clutch, lubrication pump and precision ground gears. Typical Applications:  Reciprocating Pump Specifications: Ratio:  5:1 Max HP:  600 Input Speed (rpm):  1,800 Overall size:  31 x 38 x 33

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  Thinking Outside the Box

  Posted on December 8, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  As we are closing in on the end of another year, I would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday!  Throughout the past 6 months I have visited numerous branches throughout the Midwest to introduce myself and Rj Link’s capabilities.  We have found that there is a niche that Rj Link is filling as another solution for your customers.   […]

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  Rj Link Website Enhancement – Downloadable PDF’s & Step Files

  Posted on November 27, 2017 by Terry McCormick in news.

  Rj Link International’s website has recently been upgraded with some enhanced features. In addition to Rj Link providing technical assistance and solutions to customers, the website has been enhanced with downloadable PDF’s and Step Files.  This website upgrade now gives customers the ability to download a 3D model to insert into their CAD assembly. The […]

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