KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
(OP)
Hi,
I am in the process of making some coupling selections for your project machinery. Our standards typically call out for john crane coupling (metastream) brands. However, in this situation due to lateral and torsonal analysis calcs John crane is unable to provide the right type of coupling for this application. The EPC company wishes to go with KTR (german) brand and I do not have much experience with this brand.
Are there any experiences out there and thoughts on KTR supplied couplings in terms of reliability, spare parts avaliability in north america (including canada) and other pros and cons connected with this brand over let say John Crane Metastream.
Much appreciated.
Thanks
I am in the process of making some coupling selections for your project machinery. Our standards typically call out for john crane coupling (metastream) brands. However, in this situation due to lateral and torsonal analysis calcs John crane is unable to provide the right type of coupling for this application. The EPC company wishes to go with KTR (german) brand and I do not have much experience with this brand.
Are there any experiences out there and thoughts on KTR supplied couplings in terms of reliability, spare parts avaliability in north america (including canada) and other pros and cons connected with this brand over let say John Crane Metastream.
Much appreciated.
Thanks





RE: KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
In Europe KTR is a very reliable brand which I use all the time when it comes to couplings. Quick deliveries, good selection tools, good quality and a wide range of possibilities. Don't know about dealers in north america. Their site may help you thereabout.
RE: KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
RE: KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
RE: KTR vs MetaStream Couplings
Is this a mature product installed in the traditional way?
Most of the folks involved in vibration analysis/Predictive Maintenance will report that some types of vibration are likely to increase at levels of misalignment well below that which would concern the coupling manufacturers.