Intelligent Coupling Solutions For All Applications.: Couplings

Intelligent coupling solutions
for all applications.
Couplings
EMPOWERING FORCES.
RENK couplings
Quality from a single source.

Precision, innovation and performance are the cornerstones of technical
leadership. This guiding principle has defined RENK as a technology company
for over 140 years. We are a leading manufacturer in the field of drive train
technology. Our extensive product portfolio is used in many applications
and industries. The portfolio ranges from standard products to customized
solutions. Teamwork is the key to sustained success – it's how creativity,
dedication and personal commitment result in excellent products and
solutions for our customers.
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RENK couplings
Precision Performance Innovation

Uncompromising Maximum transmission Pioneering developments
functionality and quality performance for all for minimal total cost
down to the smallest detail applications of ownership
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RENK couplings
Highest requirements. The ideal

prerequisite for a long-term connection.
Designed for individual targets. RENK coupling solutions:

– Ultimate torque
Innovative components achieve precise performance. – Optimum adjustment
of the drive train
– Perfect use of resources
– Top availability
– Longer product life-cycle
– Precise interaction
Maximum passion and reliability, Uncompromising expertise and of the components
precision and quality commitment our focus on holistic solutions

in manufacturing: ensure success in every project.
This makes RENK a leading specialist RENK is available for you with worldwide
in pioneering solutions for controlling commitment and dedication, creativity, and
extreme forces troughout the drivetrain expert knowledge. Our service portfolio
in: industrial applications, power generation, is complete from innovative services
demanding maritime applications and in throughout the entire life-cycle, from
tracked vehicles. consultation and customer development
to maintenance, condition monitoring,
The result is innovative products and and test benches.
solutions that set standards when it comes
to quality, precision, and reliability and
represent the cutting edge of technology
on the worldwide market.
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RENK couplings
Steel and metal industry: Competitive Marine technology: The quality and
steel mills combine the use of state-of-the- safety realiabilty of the coupling's functions
art processes and production technologies play a particularly important role on the
with a high degree of reliability. This makes high seas. Whether couplings for rear
it possible to keep the life-cycle costs of drives, thrusters or alternative drives or
the plants low. Whether in rolling mills, for on-deck applications: RENK offers
continous casting lines, roller tables or in customized coupling solutions for any
reel drives: Low-wear couplings from situation. Application experience and
RENK achieve a very high level of safety. our commitment to set new innovative
technological standards ensure
development advances in this industry.
Oil, gas and petrochemical industries:

RENK couplings are suitable for use under
extreme loads in special environments,
such as in pumps, turbines, and
compressors.
Railway technology: Special standards

apply to couplings in railway drives.
After all, the mobility of people and
goods depends on the reliability of these
systems. Since the 1980s, RENK has been
mass producing couplings which ensure
maximum torque transmission and the
compensation of large displacements.
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RENK couplings
Conventional power generation:

Whether the energy comes from coal,
gas or the combustion of biomass
or waste: The quality of the couplings
used in the field of conventional power
production is determined by a high degree
of robustness and reliability. This is why
designers, plant builders and plant
operators have trusted RENK products
and solutions for many decades.
Mining: Whether as a component

of conveyor systems, crushers, mills or
fans, in open pit mining or underground:
Drive components are exposed to extreme
conditions in mining. The experience
and knowledge that we put into the
development of our couplings creates the
perfect combination of long service life
and maximum safety.
Wind power: Innovative and flexible

propulsion technology is the key driver
for reducing the costs of energy
production in the long term. RENK
couplings offer maximum reliability and
service life for powerful applications up
to the multiple megawatt range.
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RENK couplings
Safety Sustainability Service life

Decoupling the drive Damping of torque Precise compensation
when components are surges protects the drive of shaft misalignments
overloaded in the railway in adjacent components
Material handling: Operators of conveyor

and crane systems around the world
rely on the exceptional load capacity
and service life of RENK couplings.
With custom solutions, RENK helps its
customers to position themselves well
for future challenges.
Paper industry: Speed and flexibility Hydropower: Where expertise meets

play a crucial role in the production innovation. Hydropower plants play an
and processing of paper and pulp. important role in producing electricity
The optimization of these factors from renewable energy sources nowadays.
ensures competitiveness. Maximum efficiency and sustainability
requires sophisticated and precisely
designed solutions. RENK provides the
optimal coupling solution, both for new
and for retrofit projects.
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RENK couplings
Real closeness to customers in many industries.

Innovative coupling solutions from RENK.
Industries
Steel and metal industry
Oil, gas and petrochemical industry
Railway technology
Marine technology
Mining
Wind energy
Conventional power production
Hydropower
Material handling
Paper industry
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RENK couplings
10
p.
Gear
18
p.
Safety
22
p.
Maintenance-
30
p.
Flexible
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p.
Overrunning
couplings couplings free couplings couplings clutches
EQ-Flex® flexible disk coupling

RAFLEX flexible disk coupling
Synchronous clutch coupling

TORLOC clamping element
HYGUARD safety coupling
Diaphragm coupling
ELCO coupling
Gear coupling
Gear spindle
Gear joint
Field of application Applications
Steel and metal industry Rolling millster (hot, cold),

continuous casting systems, roller
conveyors (production, finishing, • • • • •
etc.), reel drives, energy recovery
Refinery, oil rig, Pumps, compressors,

LNG terminals turbines
• • • •
High-speed trains, Bogie (axle-mounted transmissions,

regional trains, trams, engines),
subways, freight
engines, transmissions • • •
Dredgers, government, Main drives, thrusters,

container and supply ships, alternative drives, on-deck
yachts, ferries, tug boats,
applications (winches, • • • • •
bulk carriers, LNG tankers,
oil rigs dredgers, pumps)
Open pid, underground Conveyor systems, crushers

(dredgers), mills, ventilation
• • • • •
Wind turbine systems Transmissions, generators

(onshore and offshore)
•
Power plants Turbines, generators, pumps

(coal, gas, nuclear),
waste incineration plants, • • • • •
biomass power plants
Pumped storage power Turbines, generators, pumps

plants, Run-of-river power
plants • • •
Material transports Conveyor systems,

crane systems
• • • •
Paper production Paper machines, refiners,

pulp preparation, printing
machines • • •
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RENK couplings | Gear couplings
Gear couplings.
Gear couplings from RENK impress with a high power density, long service
life and a variety of possible combinations. They are particularly suitable
for compensating axial, radial and angular misalignments as torsionally rigid
shaft connections for form-fit torque transmissions. Their absolute reliability
is also guaranteed in harsh environments or potentially explosive areas
such as in mining.
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Performance Quality Standard

High misalignment High power density Broad range
capability in harsh for continuous use for custom needs
environments
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RENK gear couplings.

Sturdy and powerful.
RENK gear couplings have a long service life RENK gear couplings
Advantages at a glance.
and high power density. – More than 1,000,000 couplings
sold worldwide
– Self-lubrication with oil or grease
filling or continuous oil lubrication
– Misalignment ±1.5° for each half
of the coupling, up to ±3° in
Customers who use our gear Gear couplings from RENK work special versions
– Different toothing versions:
couplings can focus entirely across a multitude of applications. normalized, hardened, or hardened
on their business and success. and ground
Successful operators benefit from a – Special requirements such as class
approvals, API conformity or ATEX
Solutions from RENK ensure absolute variety of possible combinations. Variations are possible
functionality and smooth operation – include brake disks or spacers shafts, as
even in a demanding environment. well as switchgears for versions that can
be disengaged during standstill as well as
The basis for this is our unique those with our HYGUARD safety coupling.
experience in developing and operating
gear couplings. This results in ultimate We also equip RENK's turbo series with
performance in every application our hardened and ground external and
while offering a long service life and internal gearing. This creates extremely
excellent flexibility. lightweight and high-performance
couplings that work efficiently and reliably,
especially in systems with demanding rotor
dynamics.
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1939 > 40,000 rpm > 8,300 kNm

Patent for the first gear Speed range* Nominal torque*
coupling
Turbo gear coupling

Type ZTKH
– For high and maximum speeds
– Hardened and ground internal
and external toothing
– API 671 compliant
– Different sizes on request
Basic series (Type SB, SBK, LBK) Turbo series (Type ZTKH, TF, TSBL)
Uncompromising freedom to choose: The range of gear The gear couplings of RENK's high-speed series are ideal
couplings from RENK has become the most comprehensive in and high-quality solutions for the transmission of high
the world since it was patented in 1939. This opens up countless torques at maximum speeds.
possibilities for the design of the shaft connection, ensuring that
the optimum solution can be found for even the most complex
drive applications.
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Shifting gear coupling.

Ensures availability where needed.
For variability in operation.
Shifting gear coupling. Engagement or disengagement. RENK gear coupling.

In any position. – Engagement and
disengagement of toothed
parts, also in synchronous
operation
– Connection or disconnection
of drives on demand
Complete flexibility: The gear coupling Consistency leads to success: – Fresh oil technology lubricates,
cools and cleans the system
from RENK has always been available The running and switching behavior – Integrated control solution
in a connectable design. of couplings always remains the same. controls and optimizes
the coupling
– Custom solutions for
The geared components can be engaged The system automatically compensates every need
or disengaged at a standstill as well for any change in coupling alignment
as during the synchronous operation of caused by a sagging foundation, for
connected units. If necessary, operators example. In the process, an injection
can thus temporarily disconnect certain lubrication system ensures the constant
machines of a drive train and connect supply of fresh oil and thus cooling of the
auxiliary or alternative drives, if required. component. It also enables dirt particles
to be filtered out when changing the oil.
Tailor-made couplings from RENK are
available in both horizontal and vertical The individual switchgear is either
designs. Shifting gear couplings are usually pneumatic or hydraulic while the control
structured in a double cardanic design. system of the clutch coupling is integrated
This structure allows for the compensation into the entire system’s existing control
of radial, axial and angular misalignments unit. It takes over and controls the optimal
of machine shafts. engagement and disengagement of the
coupling – always as part of a customer-
specific solution in accordance with the
system’s individual requirements.
Shifting gear coupling
Type HAW
– Engagement and
disengagement
at a standstill
– Manual or hydraulic
switchgear
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600 rpm Engagement 2,000,000 Nm

Speed range* from any position Torque*
due to pre-selection teeth
Vertical shifting gear coupling

Type VHBA
– Easy engagement from any position
due to pre-selection teeth
– Maintenance-free due to continuous
lubrication of the toothing
Horizontal shifting gear coupling

Type HBA
– Engagement and disengagement
at synchronous speeds
– Hydraulic switchgear
– Maintenance-free due
to continuous lubrication
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RENK gear joint

and RENK gear spindle.
RENK gear joint and gear spindle. Completely RENK gear spindle and gear
joint. Advantages at a glance.
interlocking. For complete control under extreme – High transmission of torque
– Compact external dimensions
forces. – Large angular misalignment
– Misalignment values ±3° valid
only for gear spindle
– Lubrication with choice of
RENK gear joints connect the drive The unique RENK gear spindle grease or oil for the gear spindle
unit and lifting device. Nevertheless, is completely interlocking and

the joint connection remains flexible contributes to an extremely high
on all sides. performance capability.
As a connecting element between the RENK gear spindles are an enhancement

drive unit and lifting device, RENK gear of the globally well recognized gear
joints perform an important dual function couplings. This shaft connection, which is
for efficient and successful systems. torsionally rigid yet flexible in all directions,
does not contain any flexible transmission
In addition to transmitting torque, the joint elements and is therefore the ideal form
supports the forces acting radial on the lock fixing. The purely mechanical flexibility
drum. A significant advantage compared of the RENK gear spindle can be attributed
to a rigid coupling: The joint connection to the special shape of the curved tooth.
is torsionally rigid, but flexible to all sides.
Axial, angular and radial shaft
misalignments are compensated by a
flexibility in all directions. The tooth flanks
remain capable of bearing the full load,
resulting in the exceptionally high level
of performance. Operators also benefit
from the high level of availability and
simple exchange of the elements.
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Maneuverability Compact design Reliability

Mechanical flexibility High capacity for Proven and sophisticated
thanks to the unique shape optimal use of space technology for decades
of the gear coupling
RENK gear joint

Type FS
RENK gear joints serve as connecting
elements between the drive unit and lifting
device. The RENK gear joint is torsionally
rigid, yet flexible to all directions, which
offers significant advantages in comparison
with a rigid coupling. RENK gear joints
are primarily used in applications of hoisting
and conveyor technology in crane hoists
and hoisting drum drive systems.
RENK gear spindle

Type GS
RENK Gear spindles are primarily used
where large torques need to be transmitted
uniformly without cardan effects in
conjunction with small external diameters.
At the same time, a high capability to
compensate for misalignments is required.
This is especially the case for hot and cold
rolling mills, continuous casting systems
and straightening presses.
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RENK couplings | Safety couplings
HYGUARD safety couplings.

Safety couplings are used predominantlely in the railway- and steel
industries and in test benches. They protect not only the drive train of
machinery from overload but also capital goods from being damaged
by unexpected overstraining. RENK safety couplings offer a constant,
individually adjustable release torque – throughout the entire operation.
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Performance Flexibility Availability

High torque within Individual protection Low downtimes due to
limited cross section through adjustable pressure quick recommissioning
values
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HYGUARD safety couplings.

Perfect system protection and
quick recommissioning.
Reliable connection with individual limitation RENK HYGUARD safety

couplings. Advantages
of torques. at a glance.
– Can be combined with all types
of couplings
– Constant trigger torque
throughout the entire period
of operation
The HYGUARD safety coupling The tripping torque is generated – No operation interruption due
to material fatigue, therefore
extends the service life of machines by oil-hydraulic pressure and remains low downtime costs
and protects drivetrains and its constant throughout the operating – Quick availability
systems from damage. period. – No cost-intensive stocking
of spare parts
Specially equipped for continuous If the torque exceeds the individually

use with high torque applications and for adjusted value, the HYGUARD safety
the torsionally rigid connection of shafts. coupling triggers instantly and the oil
The torque is transmitted exclusively pressure drops. Recommissioning
by frictional engagement. The individually requires little time. The system simply
adjustable torque limitation protects needs to be re-pressurized.
against overload, thereby increasing
productivity in operation.
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> 1,600 mm > 7,500 rpm > 10,000,000 Nm

External diameter* Speed range* Nominal torque*
HYGUARD safety coupling

Type HEW
– Transmission of high torques
in a small space
– Torsionally rigid / articulated shaft
connections in conjunction with
gear couplings
– Overload protection with adjustable
torque limitation, trigger accuracy
of ±7-10%
– < 20 msec for a torque trigger
TORLOC clamping element HYGUARD safety coupling series

The TORLOC clamping element is (Type BW, BWL, HDW)
ideal wherever quick and safe clamping Variable adjustments to the different design
of machine parts is needed. For types are possible according to customer
example, it is used on test benches requirements.
as a quick-release coupling, while in
tool- and production machines it is
used as a clamping coupling with
fine-adjustment options.
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RENK couplings | Maintenance-free couplings
Maintenance-free couplings.
Our maintenance-free couplings are another key factor for success.
The RAFLEX portfolio offers the ideal solution with our products from
basic to turbo series. RENK diaphragm couplings are optimized to
the customer and system requirements and can also be designed
as dual-diaphragm couplings.
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Maintenance Performance Variability

Wear-free, low- High power density Usable to
maintenance materials combined with a long numerous applications
ensure optimal system service life
operation
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RAFLEX flexible disk couplings.

Reliable. In any application.
RAFLEX flexible disk couplings. Success through RAFLEX flexible disk couplings.

quality. For the system’s whole life. – Maintenance and wear-free
– Torsionally rigid and
compensating for offset
– High power density
– 3 – 4 – 5 standard bolt designs
– API 610 and 671 compliant
A long service life, even in the most RAFLEX products are always
demanding environmental conditions – the ideal custom solution – for
and complete control over restoring industrial use as well as for high-
forces in operation. speed applications.
The alternating bolted disk packs are made Our RAFLEX portfolio is divided into two
of stainless spring steel. Due to the layered series – basic and turbo. The couplings
structure of the specially shaped disks, in the DS series are especially suitable for
these couplings compensate for axial, industrial use in pumps, fans, presses,
radial, and angular misalignments between crane systems, generators as well as for
the drive and working machines without marine applications.
generating high restoring forces. High-
quality materials ensure a long service life The turbo series is specifically intended
even under the toughest of environmental for high-speed applications such as
conditions. turbines, compressors or generators.
The couplings fulfill the requirements

of API 610 or 671, depending on the
product family. Use in potentially explosive
atmospheres is also possible according
to ATEX.
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– 20 ºC to +200 ºC > 36,000 rpm > 350,000 Nm

Temperature range* Speed range* Nominal torque*
RAFLEX flexible disk coupling

Type DTL
– API 671 compliant
– High power density
Basic series (Type DSH, DSL, DSP) Turbo series (Type DTL, DTR)
The RAFLEX flexible disk couplings of the The RAFLEX flexible disk couplings of the
DS series are especially suitable for challenging DT/MT series are noted for their high power
industrial use in the low-speed range. density at maximum speeds.
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EQ-Flex®.
Intelligent torque transmission
for maximum system protection.
EQ-Flex®: For reliable High-quality couplings Our innovative slip

torque transmission for the most demanding system (patent
between gearbox and application areas. pending) ensures
generator. a variable and stable
slip torque during
EQ-Flex® provides the reliable EQ-Flex® flexible disk coupling consist of the entire operation –
transmission of torque and ensures optimized maintenance-free and wear-
without disassembling
torque limitation in the event of an free components. They are designed for a
overload. Sturdy materials ensure long complete system life time, even in the most the coupling in
service life in the most challenging demanding environmental conditions. Due the drive train or
environmental conditions. to the layered structure of the specially recalibrating in the test
shaped disks, these couplings compensate
bench.
The RAFLEX portfolio offers the ideal axial, radial, and angular misalignments
solution for almost any application area between the drive and driven machines
due to our products from the standard without generating high restoring forces.
and high speed series. A torque limiter
and an electrical insulation to protect An innovative torque limiter gives the
other system components from electrical coupling decisive advantages for
current passage were developed for enhancing the system availability and
use in wind turbines in particular. Operators optimizing the maintenance costs. An
benefit from maintenance-free and wear adjustment of the slip torque is for the first
resistance as well as from a technical time possible within a few minutes without
functional design appropriate to the disassembling the coupling. Especially
system. The use of high-quality, certifiable for the coaxial platform configuration,
materials ensures the sustainability of the the use of RENK torque limiter simplifies
system as well as the easy assembly, the coupling adjustment and avoids the
compact and simple design. complex disassembly of the pitch wire.
EQ-Flex®.
Experience and quality.
RENK has decades of experience
with the coupling series RAFLEX
as well as with safety couplings
and torque limiting couplings,
which are also used in numerous
other industries and applications.
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Flexibility Quality 1,500 –15,000 kW

Unique slip element Wear-free and low- Nominal power
adjustable with maintenance materials
a high accuracy ensure continuous operation
Customized brake disk design

– Toothed brake discs
– Dual brake discs
– Vast range of connection types
EQ-Flex® flexible disk couplings:

with innovative torque limiter
for a constant slip torque
– Slip accuracy already from ±5%
– The slip torque can be adjusted
individually according to the
requirements of the wind turbine
when installed in the system
Variable Glass-Fiber Reinforced

Plastic (GFRP) intermediate piece
– Standard GRP intermediate piece
– GRP/steel combination
– Custom adapted solutions
Customized turbine flange with respect to stifness
– Cylindrical seat with shrink disc
– Conical seat
– Connection to fange plate
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Diaphragm couplings.
Loss free transmission, even
in the event of extreme forces.
Superior control and long service life. RENK diaphragm couplings.

Even at extremely high torques. – Maintenance-free operation
– Compensation of axial and
angular misalignments
– High temperature-resistance
– Low restoring and bending
moments
A unique diaphragm secures Diaphragm couplings from RENK – Lightweight
– Very high balance quality
misalignments, even under load. impress for every custom made – High concentricity and axial
A long service life and freedom from solution with the highest production run-out accuracy
maintenance ensure a high level quality.
of availability.
The production process of our diaphragm
A profiled single-disk diaphragm transmits couplings forms the basis for their
the highest torques at the highest speeds outstanding availability. Every single
safely, reliably and always without any component is characterized by absolute
problems – even in performance ranges concentricity and axial run-out accuracy.
of up to 150 MW – making it suitable for Balancing quality is constantly at the
our turbo series. The individually shaped highest level. A final overall balancing
diaphragm for every application gives the enables low-vibration operation of the
coupling its flexibility to compensate for system.
axial, radial, and angular misalignments,
even under load, without generating high Every diaphragm coupling is designed
restoring forces in the process. for the specified application using
FEM calculation method. This results
The basic design consists of just a few in customer-specific solutions for the
structural elements. This makes assembly maximum success of each system.
and handling much easier for the operator.
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≤ 150 MW > 35,000 rpm > 350,000 Nm

Power* Speed range* Nominal torque*
Diaphragm coupling
Type MCM
– API 610 and 671 compliant
– 0.1 – 0.33° misalignment
– Temperature range
– 60 ºC to +200 ºC
– up to 200 m/s
circumferential speed
Customization is the standard with the

MC series. Customized diaphragm shape
and quantity according to technical
requirements.
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RENK couplings | Flexible couplings
Flexible couplings.
Due to the adaptability and high-quality design, RENK ELCO couplings
have proven in tens of thousands of drives used in conventional energy
production, in mining and hydropower, as well as in the oil, gas, and the
petrochemical industry. Torsionally flexible couplings have the task of
effectively damping operational shocks and vibrations in drive systems.
They also absorb longitudinal displacements and permit limited radial
and angular displacements of the shafts to be connected.
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Versatility Quality Safety

Flexible in use Durable and reliable Effective damping
for many industries operation of impacts and vibrations
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Flexible coupling, type ELCO.

Safety and protection. For every system.
ELCO couplings dampen impacts and vibrations. RENK ELCO coupling.

Effectively, reliably and in all types of systems. – Particularly good torsion spring
and damping properties
– Reduction of torque
and speed shocks
– Reduction of torsional vibrations
– Failsafe and consistent
The installation of a correctly designed The versatility of the ELCO coupling transmission of torque
– Compensation of radial
ELCO coupling reduces torque and makes it a popular component in and angular misalignments
speed shocks and protects systems many industries. – Compensation of longitudinal
from damage and consequential costs. displacements
– Easy axial removal of the profile
The coupling flanges of the adaptable sleeves and bolts
The special spring and damping properties ELCO coupling consist of steel or a special
of the profiled coupling sleeves effectively material. The standard design has one-
limit torsional vibrations. The special sided or alternately arranged transmission
design of the ELCO coupling ensures elements, but special designs are also
the failsafe and consistent transmission possible. The sleeve material is usually
of torque. It permits limited radial and made from a modified natural rubber,
angular misalignments of the shafts being alternatively from chloroprene polymer
connected and absorbs longitudinal or nitrile rubber.
displacements.
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Compensation 10 – 500 mm 18 – 540,000 Nm

of angular and radial Shaft diameter Nominal torque
misalignments
Very low restoring forces due

to the profiled coupling sleeve
Flexible coupling
type ELCO
– Design: Standard
design with one-sided
or alternately arranged
transmission elements,
special designs
– Sleeve material: Modified
natural rubber, chloroprene
polymer or nitrile rubber
Adaptable design
of the coupling flanges
Easy axial removal of the profile

sleeves and bolts without unit offset
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RENK couplings | Overrunning clutches
Overrunning clutches.
Custom and successful: High-quality overrunning clutches from RENK
are the ideal solution for demanding applications. In addition to functioning
as an overrunning clutch, the integrated flexible gear coupling ensures that
the two connected machines are balanced. The integrated flexible gear
coupling means that the number of bearings and hence the system length can
also be reduced. They ensure constantly effective operation when standard
methods reach their limits.
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Functionality Individuality Durability

Purely mechanical Solutions for challenging Wear-free couplings
automatic engaging and applications due to hydrodynamic
disengaging lubrication
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Engage. Disengage. Automatic.

Synchronous clutch couplings.
Synchronous clutch couplings transmit the full torque RENK synchronous clutch
couplings at a glance.
without disengaging. – On-site maintenance for
higher availability
– Automatically engagement
at synchronous speeds
– Disengaging at any speed
– Transmission of the full positive
The synchronous clutch coupling The synchronous clutch coupling and negative torque if required
– Compensation of angular errors
of type MS from RENK-MAAG of type HS automatically engages as well as radial and axial
can compensate large axial displace- at low speeds. movements
ments, radial misalignments or – No additional flexible couplings
necessary
angular errors. The coupling can be disengaged at – Automatic lock-in and/or
any speed by reducing the output to lock-out mechanism optional
Synchronously rotating system parts <10% and sending the corresponding
separate automatically if the speeds signal to the hydraulic unit. When
are not in sync. Due to hydrodynamic engaged, the HS synchronous clutch
lubrication of all components the coupling functions like a classic gear
coupling is wear-free. coupling.
Additional features permit the individual Due to the straight toothing, the full
use of this overrunning clutch in a wide positive and negative torque can
range of applications and industries. be transmitted without disengaging.
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Economy Maintenance ≤ 400 MW

Shorter, more efficient On-site for higher plant Power range
system layouts possible availability
≤ 1,100 kNm nominal torque
≤ 18,500 speed range rpm

Type MS
The MS synchronous clutch coupling
provides a form-fit connection between
synchronously rotating system parts
and separates automatically at
non-synchronous speeds.

Type HS
Due to their straight toothing, synchronous
clutch couplings of the HS type enable
the transmission of the full torque in both
direction without disengaging (disengaging
on demand).
≤ 4,000 kNm nominal torque
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RENK couplings | Services
RENK Services.
RENK offers impressive products and solutions – throughout the entire
life-cycle. RENK is a driver of innovation and a strong partner in many
industries. Always. And everywhere. As a one-solution provider, RENK
offers holistic solutions and blends customer proximity with state-of-
the-art technology. RENK is shaping the future – with excellent process
intelligence, project expertise, and the highest quality standards
for methods and materials.
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Maintenance Development Commitment

Worldwide service Custom solutions Dedicated employees
for maximum availability for demanding challenges advise with expertise and
Know-How
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RENK life-cycle.
Successful solutions for all systems.
Consultation, production, Commissioning, condition RENK is a driver

control: Custom solutions monitoring, maintenance – of innovation and
from the start. ensuring economic efficiency. a strong partner.
The unique RENK
life-cycle makes us
Expertise and experience – always Intelligent maintenance strategies the ideal one-solution
applied appropriately and with create space for savings and
provider for holistic
commitment: The perfect basis for increased efficiency.
reliable and profitable systems. and reliable solutions
Highest production resources availability. from a single source.
The RENK life-cycle ensures success and Always and in every environment.
efficiency – for every system. Operators The RENK life-cycle creates the ideal
benefit from our unique expertise. Experts prerequisites for this before the first work
accompany every project step-by-step. cycle even begins. It forms the solid basis
They advise, plan, produce and optimize for individual systems that analyze and
with modern testing systems. This results continuously optimize ongoing operations
in superior system solutions. Application- in real-time.
specific. Innovative. Future-proof.
The longer service life of the components
and the longer maintenance intervals
ensure maximum utilization of system
performance.
In this way, RENK is shaping

the future of superior systems –
with excellent process intelligence,
unique project expertise and high
quality standards for methods
and materials.
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Production
Consulting -
Execution planning -
Production -
Test bench -
Commissioning -
Condition monitoring -
Maintenance -
RENK
Life-cycle
Operation
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Maintenance for excellent efficiency.

Always and everywhere.
More than maintenance: All-round services. RENK takes global

On-site service, upgrades For maximum system responsibility
and genuine parts. availability. for efficient and
sustainable systems.
We do everything to
Maintenance from RENK means On-site service: Many repairs can ensure the availability
service without compromise – be carried out directly on the system.
of components and
anywhere, anytime. RENK takes Our competent service fitters have the
care of planning and executing all necessary certificates to be able to work the competitiveness
the tasks involved in new assemblies, on site. of the system.
commissioning, inspection, and
maintenance work. Our qualified Examination and repair: If it is not
assembly and commissioning possible to repair the system directly, we
personnel also carry out standard will analyze and optimize it at our plant.
upgrades and overhauls. In this way, It will then be just like new.
RENK guarantees the operational
reliability of all systems. Upgrades: Upgrades can increase the
efficiency and thus the value of existing
Optimal planning, the availability of systems – and can often be carried out
qualified personnel, and the necessary on site by our specialized personnel. This
parts and tools ensures that all work runs saves money and optimizes operation.
smoothly. You can depend on the work
being performed professionally and Genuine parts: RENK parts are
on time, and know that you’ll receive unmatched in terms of their performance,
a transparent breakdown of the costs. functionality and quality. Genuine parts
Thanks to our expertise, we offer quick ensure decisive advantages in efficiency
service to guarantee the maximum and success.
availability of your systems.
Learn more about

RENK services online at
www.renk-group.com/goto/Q-9ad2802
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RENK maintenance.
The services:
– On-site service
– Examination and repair
– Upgrades
– Genuine parts
Maintenance around the world.

RENK works precisely and
successfully. Our experts stand for
expertise and reliability at every
location.
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RENK products.
RENK GmbH RENK GmbH RENK-MAAG GmbH
Rheine plant Hannover plant P. O. Box 3068

Rodder Damm 170 Weltausstellungsallee 21 Sulzer-Allee 46
48432 Rheine 30539 Hannover 8404 Winterthur
Germany Germany Switzerland
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characteristics. The extent of goods delivered is determined by the subject matter of the specific contract. No liability accepted for errors or
omissions. Subject to technical alterations. © RENK 2021

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Intelligent coupling solutions

for all applications.

Quality from a single source.

Precision Performance Innovation

Highest requirements. The ideal

Designed for individual targets. RENK coupling solutions:

precision and quality commitment our focus on holistic solutions

Oil, gas and petrochemical industries:

Railway technology: Special standards

Conventional power generation:

Mining: Whether as a component

Wind power: Innovative and flexible

Safety Sustainability Service life

Material handling: Operators of conveyor

Paper industry: Speed and flexibility Hydropower: Where expertise meets

Real closeness to customers in many industries.

Steel and metal industry

Oil, gas and petrochemical industry

Conventional power production

EQ-Flex® flexible disk coupling

Synchronous clutch coupling

Field of application Applications

Steel and metal industry Rolling millster (hot, cold),

Refinery, oil rig, Pumps, compressors,

High-speed trains, Bogie (axle-mounted transmissions,

Dredgers, government, Main drives, thrusters,

Open pid, underground Conveyor systems, crushers

Wind turbine systems Transmissions, generators

Power plants Turbines, generators, pumps

Pumped storage power Turbines, generators, pumps

Material transports Conveyor systems,

Paper production Paper machines, refiners,

Performance Quality Standard

RENK gear couplings.

1939 > 40,000 rpm > 8,300 kNm

Turbo gear coupling

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Shifting gear coupling.

Shifting gear coupling. Engagement or disengagement. RENK gear coupling.

600 rpm Engagement 2,000,000 Nm

Vertical shifting gear coupling

Horizontal shifting gear coupling

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RENK gear joint

unit and lifting device. Nevertheless, is completely interlocking and

As a connecting element between the RENK gear spindles are an enhancement

Maneuverability Compact design Reliability

RENK gear joint

RENK gear spindle

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HYGUARD safety couplings.

Performance Flexibility Availability

HYGUARD safety couplings.

Reliable connection with individual limitation RENK HYGUARD safety

Specially equipped for continuous If the torque exceeds the individually

> 1,600 mm > 7,500 rpm > 10,000,000 Nm

HYGUARD safety coupling

TORLOC clamping element HYGUARD safety coupling series

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≤ 150 MW > 35,000 rpm > 350,000 Nm