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MOUNTING
OPTIONS
INDUSTRIES
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Flange Mount
Foot Mount
Torque Arm
Gearmotor
Taper-Grip Bushing®
Shrink Disc
Stainless Steel Motors
Flange Mount
Unused
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Our cutting-edge in-house laser etching
technology ensures a cleaner finish by
eliminating the need for an
attached nameplate.

SPLIT HOUSING

Standard in large frame sizes to allow
easy maintenance. Available in
standard gray cast iron with ductile
and fabricated steel options.

TACONITE SEAL

This option features a dual-layer
oil and grease system.

COVER PLATE

Hardened-steel gearing.

OPTIONAL TACONITE
SEAL ASSEMBLY

Heavy-Duty, fortified, grease purgeable
system withstands the most demanding
applications.

CASSETTE SEAL

Antimicrobial FKM Shaft Isolator seal packed with food-grade
grease and all stainless steel wearing ring and springs.

HYPOID PINION

Single-piece all steel hypoidal pin
with dual bearing support for longer life.
Lasts millions of cycles without measurable wear.

MONOBLOC HOUSING

Cast iron housing is strong, corrosion resistant,
and sound dampening. Monobloc design
eliminates leaks at housing split.

NEMA QUILL C-FACE

The quill style motor adapter allows for
maximum motor flexibility. Supports
NEMA 56C, 143TC, and 145TC.

HIGH-SPEED SHAFT

CONTOURED HOUSING

Unique design reduces the build-up of
bacteria in those hard to reach areas.

PINION SHAFTS

Rigid standardized pinion shafts and
housings for better lateral load distribution.

ALL-STEEL HYPOIDAL GEARS

Long-lasting hypoid gear efficiencies up to 93%
with smooth and quiet operation.
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HIGHLY EFFICIENT, GREASE LUBRICATED, COMPACT DESIGN
With over 25 years of hypoid gearing excellence, we are experts in efficiency. Fortress® features a compact, stainless steel cast 304 housing, food-grade grease lubrication, and boasts up to 93% gear efficiency. The IP69K rating also means that it's perfect for harsh, high-pressure wash-down environments.

The maintenance-free grease lubrication enables the unit to be mounted in any orientation without custom modifications. Additionally, take advantage of our flange, foot-mount, and torque arm options which drop right in, allowing you to conveniently replace those old, inefficient gearboxes.
SPECS

HP RATING

1/2 HP to 2 HP
(1.72 kW)

DIAMETER

3/4in to 1-7/16in
(Solid Shaft)

TORQUE

Up to 2,190 lb•in
(247 N•m)

RATIO RANGE

7:1 up to 60:1

RIGHT-ANGLE SPEED REDUCER

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HORSEPOWER
2 YR
warranty
60:1
ratio

Easy-Grip™

3-Part Keyless Shaft Locking System
Easy-Grip™ uses unique interchangeable bushings and a shrink disc set to allow easy attachment of the gear reducers to standard available shafting up to h11 tolerances.
Support Bushing
Positions the reducer axially on the
driven shaft.
Clamp Bushing
Compensates for the space between the
gear reducer hollow shaft inner diameter and
the diameter of the driven shafts.
Shrink Disc
Compresses the hub, clamp bushing, and driven
shaft to transmit torque.
COMMERCIAL TOLERANCE
RELIABLE
LESS SPARES
EASY INSTALL & REMOVAL
Stainless Steel components available on request. Contact us for availability.

CycloSMART®

The Check Engine Light for Speed Reducers
CycloSMART® is a condition monitoring system that provides predictive maintenance by notifying customers—via local ethernet or broadcast— the health of the asset. Thus, minimizing risk while avoiding catastrophic failure.

CycloSMART® is fully customizable and provides real-time condition data of all of our reducers or any piece of rotating equipment. It provides an accurate condition signal without the need for further analysis. Leave the thinking to us!
CycloSMART® Benefits
Predictive
Machine diagnostics for early warning and detection to avoid failure.
Reliable
Schedule machine downtime to avoid lost production.
Cost-Effective
Lower total cost of ownership.
Optimization
Customizable systems to meet many different application needs.
Expandable
Multi-reducer and component monitoring.
Compatible
16 inputs, communication via Ethernet/IP and Profinet available.
Safe
Monitor assets from the safety of your desk via network connections.

Machine Shop Manufacturing Capabilities

1,000 Ton Press
Tooth Form Grinding
Two Hoflers—1.5M (59”) and 2.6M (102”) OD
Hobbing for Helical Gearing
Two Hofler CNC machines– up to 1.6M (63”) OD
One CNC Welter hob up to 5.3M (205”)OD
Herringbone
Five Sykes shaper machines up to 50” OD
One 12M MAAG shaper retrofitted with CNC
controls and high speed milling
Internal Splines
Two Fellows shapers machines up to 36” OD
Horizontal Turning Machines
CNC turning up to 35” OD x 130” length
Manual turning up to 43” OD x 300” length
Vertical Turning Lathe Machines
Two CNC machines turning up to 65” OD
Manual Turning up to 125” OD
Vertical Turning Center: 127” X-axis x 55” Y-axis
OD Grinding: 48” OD x 160” length
Dynamic Balancing: Up to 10,000 lbs part
Horizontal Boring Mill: 240” X-axis x 120” Y-axis
Surface grinder, bore grinder, keyway slotter,
radial drill, milling machine
Crane Capacities: 30 ton & 10 ton in main bay,
20 ton in grinding room
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Aftermarket

Our personnel are the industry’s most versed gearbox problem solvers. We provide both standard and tailored services, for maximum gearbox life.
Experts in Service
Global Support, Local Service
With a vast network of engineers and gearing experts, there is no problem we can’t handle.

In addition to our extensive network, LUFTEX Gears Manufacturing and Services provides unmatched capabilities and expertise in the area of custom gearbox repair and service. With a 60-ton crane capacity and 41-foot hook height, no gearbox is too big for us to handle.
Repairs
Scheduled & Emergency Repair
Repair services for all your related gearbox needs and 24-72 hour turnaround to the original factory specifications and warranty using Sumitomo -manufactured parts.
Root Cause Investigation
Product Support
Apply a wide range of approaches, tools and techniques to uncover the causes of your problems.
Field Services
For Your Convenience
Most of the services offered and customized training can be performed on location.
Small & Medium Gearbox Support:
Large Industrial Gearbox Support:
Phone:
757-485-3355

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A global power transmission solutions provider.  
With facilities strategically located throughout the world, providing comprehensive products and services in your region.
U.S. Headquarters
4200 Holland Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23323
Phone
USA:
757-485-3355
Canada:
905-469-1050
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