Basics of a Continuous Caster Rotary Union

For cooling water to pass through the caster rolls, a rotary union is required to allow the cooling water to enter and exit the rolls that support the strand of steel as it is solidifying.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on July 18, 2017.

Carbon Guides vs. Rolling Element Bearings

There are many factors when deciding whether to pick a rolling element bearing or a carbon guide supported rotary joint.

Written by Matt Mitchell on April 11, 2017.

The Ultimate Glossary of Rotary Joint Terms

Expand your knowledge of rotary joints with the following glossary of commonly used terms.

Written by Kandi Hagenbuch on November 22, 2016.

Steam Tube Dryer Rotary Joint Reliability: A Tale of Two Dryers

Steam tube dryers can present several unique conditions that make proper installation a critical element of good equipment performance and drying efficiency.

Written by Ken Lahrke on July 19, 2016.

Corrugated Packaging Plant Eliminates Thermal Bowing, Improves Bond Between Liner and Medium

A high-volume, high-speed single facer at a corrugated packaging plant located in California (USA) was having issues with poorly bonded board after starting up from a stoppage of any duration. The poor bond between the corrugated medium and liner was resulting in excess waste and lost production.

Written by Danielle Rohrer on May 10, 2016.

Kadant Johnson Rotary Joint Alignment – Better Alignment for Longer Service Life

The best possible service life for rotary joints will be achieved if attention is paid to alignment and misalignment is minimized.

Written by Ken Lahrke on June 06, 2017.

Rotary Joint Applications – Full steam ahead!

Selecting a rotary joint from a catalog is one option, but some applications require a detailed look to select the appropriate rotary joint.

Written by Ken Lahrke on February 14, 2017.

Multi-Passage Rotary Unions Provide Versatility for Unique Applications

Multi-passage rotary unions are designed to perform on a wide range of pressures (including vacuum), speeds, and temperatures.

Written by Matt Beach on October 25, 2016.

The Case of the Mysterious X-Dimension

All Kadant Johnson PTX® rotary joints have an X-dimension. The X-dimension is the setup dimension used for the initial rotary joint installation and found on the assembly drawing for the specific rotary joint.

Written by John Hotovy on June 21, 2016.

Steam Joints for the Corrugating Industry

Rotary steam joints have been a part of the corrugating manufacturing process since the 1930’s. Since then, there have been significant advances in sealing technology, rotary joint design, and materials to extend the application range of the conventional pressure-type rotary joint.

Written by Bob Tuesley on July 24, 2014.

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