Released on: September 10, 2007, 4:45 am

Press Release Author: Satish Agrawal

Industry: Transportation & Logistics

Press Release Summary: SCHAAF is leading the way with ExpaTen bolts in order to
revolutionize detachable flange connections of propulsion shafts of the shipbuilding
industry. This new technology will now be dispalyed at the International Exhibition
on Shipbuilding in Mumbai, India between October 3-5, 2007


Press Release Body: VISAKHAPATNAM, INDIA, August 30, 2007 - Project Sales Corp,
authorised agents in India for Schaaf GmbH & Co. KG will introduce the ExpaTen bolts
to the Indian customers at INMEX INDIA, the International Exhibition on Shipbuilding
in Mumbai, India to be held between October 3-5, 2007.

SCHAAF is leading the way with ExpaTen bolts in order to revolutionize detachable
flange connections of propulsion shafts of the shipbuilding industry. Not only are
the bolts 100% non-positive and form fitting, which transfers high torque, but even
after high stress they can be easily disassembled and reused. The bending and
rotating resistant connection absorbed shock like changes of revolutions, torque as
well as turning direction dependently. The system is made of heat treated steel,
which is a safety plus during torque transfer. The safety factor in comparison to
regular screws is 5. ExpaTen is easy to handle since all tools and hydraulic
high-pressure pumps for assembly and disassembly are adjusted to the system. ExpaTen
is certified by well-known buyers.

Advantages

SCHAAF is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2000 and, in addition,
fulfils all requirements of all other classification societies.

Expansion and pretensioning result in the following advantages compared to
conventional bolts:

High torque transmission, completely free from backlash
100 % positive locking and frictional connection
Torsionally and flexurally rigid connection even with sudden changes in the
rotational speed, the torque, or direction of rotation
Reduction of flange dimensions possible due to fewer number of bolts for torque
transmission Maximum torque transmission in minimum space
More security
Simple and quick installation and removal of ExpaTen even after years of use and in
restricted spaces
Reusable after removal
Cost-saving

Areas of Application

SCHAAF ExpaTen Bolts are the optimum solution wherever high forces (torques) must be
transmitted and, at the same time, easy removal must be ensured.

To know more log onto http://www.expaten.bravehost.com or http://www.schaaf-gmbh.com

http://www.inmexindia.com

Web Site: http://www.expaten.bravehost.com

Contact Details: Project Sales Corp
28 Founta Plaza, Suryabagh
Visakhapatnam 530020
India