Machine Components
Linear systems and drive technology are key in machine development, but additional machine components are crucial. Technische Antriebselemente offers shafts, shaft joints, racks, screws, and machine accessories like feet and buffers for stability and safety.
Overview of Our Machine Components
Machine Accessories
- For alignment & stabilization
- Enable precise leveling
- Various materials
Shafts & Joints
- Transmit torque to shaft
- Single & double-shaft joints
- Optional drill holes
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Further Information on Our Machine Components
Linear systems and drive technology are at the core of machine development. However, even the most expensive machine in the world won’t function properly without additional machine components. These include both active components involved in motion transmission and those that complement the machine structure. Active components include various drive shafts and shaft joints capable of transmitting rotary and linear motion, as well as gearing parts such as bevel gears, worm gears, spur gears, racks, and screws. Supplementary components include machine accessories like machine feet or rubber-to-metal buffers, essential for stable and safe machine operation.
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Gears and Screws
Technische Antriebselemente offers a comprehensive range of gearing components, including spur gears, bevel gears, racks, and spindles made from materials such as steel, stainless steel, and plastic. In addition to standard components, customized solutions based on technical drawings are manufactured to meet specific project requirements. The company places great emphasis on precision and quality to ensure optimal power transmission within the drivetrain. Spur gears are available in various materials and are precisely milled to ensure optimal performance across different applications. Racks made from steel or plastic provide reliable and accurate motion transfer. Bevel gears are offered in steel, stainless steel, and plastic, with straight or helical teeth, suitable for diverse applications. The range also includes worm gear sets, consisting of worm wheels and gears made from bronze and steel, ensuring optimal performance and durability. For linear motion applications, trapezoidal lead screws and ball screws are available, each with optional machining services and matching nuts. This wide selection of gearing components enables both standardized and customized solutions for various industrial applications. -
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Machine Accessories
Machine feet are essential components in mechanical engineering, ensuring the stabilization and precise alignment of equipment. They allow for exact leveling to prevent misalignments that could lead to damage or increased wear. Additionally, they absorb vibrations and shocks during operation, reducing noise and protecting the machine’s structure. Technische Antriebselemente offers a diverse range of machine feet, including models with polyamide bases and spindles made of galvanized or stainless steel. These versions are water- and oil-resistant and come in various sizes to meet different requirements. For applications requiring enhanced corrosion resistance, fully rustproof machine feet with stainless steel spindles and bases, as well as NBR rubber dampers, are available. Selecting the right machine foot can enhance operational safety and extend the lifespan of machinery. The ability to customize height and materials ensures flexible integration into a wide range of industrial applications. -
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Shafts & Joints
Universal joints are critical components for the precise transmission of rotational motion, torque, and speed between shafts, even with significant lateral misalignment or angular errors. Single universal joints allow for deflection angles of up to 45°, while double universal joints can bridge angles of up to 90°. Telescopic drive shafts also compensate for length variations in the drivetrain, such as those caused by temperature fluctuations. Technische Antriebselemente offers a wide range of universal joints and drive shafts made from steel with plain or needle bearings, as well as stainless steel versions with plain bearings. Protective bellows made from leather or rubber serve as shields and lubricant reservoirs. Standard components come with round bores of the same diameter at both ends, but customizations such as different bore sizes, keyways, or special internal profiles are available upon request. This versatility makes universal joints suitable for a variety of industrial applications, including general mechanical engineering, automation technology, and special-purpose machinery. Selecting the right universal joint can significantly enhance the efficiency and reliability of machines and systems. -
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Application Areas
Machine components are indispensable building blocks in a wide range of technical and industrial applications. They perform key functions such as power transmission, motion generation, or system stabilization, playing a vital role in the efficiency and reliability of machinery. In automation technology, components like linear guides, spindles, and universal joints enable precise motion sequences in robots and conveyor systems. In mechanical engineering, gearing technology, couplings, and gearboxes drive production machines with high precision and load capacity. Another significant area of application is the automotive industry, where drive shafts and axles facilitate torque and motion transmission. In the food and pharmaceutical industries, machine feet—often made of stainless steel—ensure hygienic and stable installation of equipment. Additionally, machine components are used in energy technology, such as in wind turbines, where robust and durable gearboxes are essential for converting wind energy into electrical power. Whether for heavy loads, extreme environmental conditions, or specific customizations, the versatile properties of machine components enable tailored solutions for diverse applications, significantly enhancing the productivity and performance of systems.
We develop special solutions for the realization of your projects
No application is like the other. Together with you, we develop solutions for the optimal realization of your technical challenge. No matter whether a specific drive solution, machined linear guides or spindles, or custom-made gear systems. We support the development from the idea to the implementation with our competence and broad knowledge in the field of linear systems and drive conception.
We move in every industry
We feel at home across all industries. Wherever there is rotary or linear motion, products from Technische Antriebselemente are used. With decades of experience, we have acquired know-how in various industries.
- Machinery and equipment
- Machine tools
- Medical technology
- Intralogistics
- Electrical industry
- Automation
- Food industry
- Packaging machines
Frequently Asked Questions about Machine Components
What is a mechanical component?
A mechanical component is a physical part or element that is designed to perform a specific function within a machine or mechanical system. These components work together to transfer energy, motion, or force to achieve a desired outcome. They can be simple, like bolts and nuts, or complex, like gearboxes and actuators. Mechanical components are typically manufactured to precise specifications to ensure compatibility and efficiency in the system they are part of.
What are machine parts?
Machine parts are the individual elements that make up a machine. They are designed to interact with one another in a coordinated manner to enable the machine to perform its intended tasks. Machine parts can include both structural elements, such as frames or housings, and functional elements, such as gears, bearings, or motors. These parts may be custom-designed for specific machines or standardized for use across various types of equipment.
What are the standard mechanical components?
Standard mechanical components are widely used, pre-manufactured elements that conform to industry norms and specifications. They are designed to be interchangeable and easily integrated into various machines and systems. Examples include fasteners (screws, nuts, bolts), bearings, gears, shafts, springs, couplings, and seals. Standardization ensures that these components can be sourced from multiple suppliers, reducing costs and simplifying maintenance and repair processes.
What are the components of the mechanics?
The components of mechanics in a broader sense include elements that contribute to the study and application of forces and motion in mechanical systems. These can be categorized into:
- Structural Components: Elements like frames, beams, and supports that provide rigidity and shape to the machine.
- Motion Components: Parts like gears, belts, chains, and actuators that facilitate movement or transfer motion within the system.
- Control Components: Items like valves, levers, or clutches that regulate and control the machine’s operation.
- Fastening Components: Fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and adhesives that hold various parts together.
- Load-Bearing Components: Bearings, bushings, and shafts that support and facilitate rotational or linear motion while bearing loads.
- Energy Components: Motors, engines, or hydraulic and pneumatic systems that provide the energy needed for operation.
These components, when combined, create a functioning mechanical system capable of performing complex tasks efficiently.
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Voices of Our Customers
“The precise manufacturing of the gears has significantly improved our production processes. The gearing components impress with their exact fit and reliable power transmission.”
“The new machine feet have greatly enhanced the stability and vibration damping of our equipment. Their adjustability and robust construction are a true asset.”
“The universal joints ensure reliable torque transmission even under challenging angular conditions. We especially appreciate the high durability and load capacity of the components.”
