Troy Branham

What Are Your Cylinder Options and the Differences Between Them?

When choosing the best type of actuator for your design, there are several questions to ask, like...

National Manufacturing Day: Celebrating The Next Generation

As a driving force behind our economy, the manufacturing industry shows no signs of slowing down....

Gearbox Repair: What To Do If Your Gearbox Breaks Down

Wear and tear is a fact of life for machinery operating in industrial settings that feature high...

[VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: DURATRK™

When properly sizing and selecting a DURATRK™ rodless cylinderfor your next cylinder application,...

Mechanical, Pneumatic or Hydraulic Brakes: What is Best for My Application?

When you’re trying to decide which type of industrial brake is best for your particular application...

Advantages of a Right Angle Bevel Gearbox

Gears are fundamentally important components in equipment that moves because they transfer power...

Branham Brakes for Vintage Snowmobile Racing? Sure!

Wherever you find deep winter snow, you’re likely to find vintage snowmobile racing. The track...

What's the Difference Between a Hydraulic Actuator and a Pneumatic Linear Actuator?

Linear actuators (or cylinders) are responsible for converting energy from a power source (air,...

As the Worm Turns: How Worm Gears Control Speed in Industrial Machinery

Worm gears are an ingenious way to turn motion into power, featuring a spiral-threaded shaft (akin...

When is a Double-Acting Air Cylinder Right for Your Application?

Cylinders that convert energy into linear motion can be powered by hydraulic fluid or compressed...