Vesconite Hilube bearings have performed well in prototype testing on the chain pulleys of a waste truck's ejection system. This is according to Vesconite Bearings, a manufacturer of low-friction, low-wear bearing materials for a wide range of … [Read more...] about Vesconite bearings in prototype testing for waste-truck ejection system
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Thordon Bearings helps with lift irrigation project
Canada’s Thordon Bearings is playing a vital role in providing water to arid regions, with the installation of axial shaft seals and filtration systems to the world’s largest irrigation project, in south-central India. The Kaleshwaram Lift … [Read more...] about Thordon Bearings helps with lift irrigation project
Recognizing the signs of roller bearing damage
It can be difficult to know when to replace your roller bearing since the amount of time between the initial damage and when the bearing becomes unserviceable can differ significantly. Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering … [Read more...] about Recognizing the signs of roller bearing damage
New rudder bearing fitted to 253-ft research ship
Thordon Bearings, the pioneer in water-lubricated bearings, secured a new order for a rudder bearing that was fitted to a 77.1m (253-ft) research ship that frequently operates in ecologically sensitive marine environments. The order underscores the … [Read more...] about New rudder bearing fitted to 253-ft research ship
Ceramic bearings for medical robots
Robots are on the rise in medical environments and are being increasingly relied upon to carry out more complex procedures. Although martensitic stainless steels have been favored for bearings in robot applications, their performance is falling short … [Read more...] about Ceramic bearings for medical robots
igus unveils AI-driven solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe
Getting customer applications ready for sustainable Industry 4.0: to this end, igus relies on AI-supported low-cost robotics, smart maintenance, and AI-based online tools such as the igusGO app, which shows the optimization potential of crane … [Read more...] about igus unveils AI-driven solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe
Vesconite Bearings innovates in the tractor tyre replacement market
Custom-made wear-resistant low-friction Vesconite bearings and wear pads are being trialed on a BEISS tire stripper machine by a company in the thriving tractor-tire-changing industry. The trial, conducted in Bultfontein, South Africa, at a … [Read more...] about Vesconite Bearings innovates in the tractor tyre replacement market
igus launches iglide i230 3D printing material for high-temperature applications
During SLS, a printer melts plastic powder layer by layer to form bearings and other components. However, parts made from standard SLS printing materials — such as PA (nylon) 12 — are generally limited to applications less than 80°C. Higher … [Read more...] about igus launches iglide i230 3D printing material for high-temperature applications
SKF joins new research and innovation project aiming to eliminate Greenhouse gas emissions
SKF has decided to join and co-fund Mission 0 to contribute to the development of groundbreaking technologies and deliver solutions to eliminate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in materials, production, and end-of-life of passenger cars. In an initial … [Read more...] about SKF joins new research and innovation project aiming to eliminate Greenhouse gas emissions
Larger plate sizes in the works with strategic investments
Vesconite Bearings is expanding its manufacturing capabilities to meet the increasing demand for larger low-friction wear plates. Responding to customer feedback and market trends, Vesconite Bearings is making a substantial investment in … [Read more...] about Larger plate sizes in the works with strategic investments