Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches Turcon MC1 and Turcon MC2 materials, the only polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) based electrically conductive materials suited for use in spring and elastomer-energized seals. Engineered for dynamic applications, seals, and bearings from the materials will provide reliable electric connection between moving … [Read More...]
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What are the best methods for preload in a bearing system?
Springs The simplest method of applying preload is to use a wave spring. The spring acts on the outer ring of one of the two bearings. This outer ring must be able to be axially displaced. In the … [Read More...]
Sealmaster PN Gold mounted bearings receive IP69K certification
Regal Beloit Corporation, a manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation, and power transmission components, announced that its Sealmaster PN Gold mounted ball … [Read More...]
Freudenberg develops low-friction bearing for improved lubrication
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed an optimized design for its Levitorq axial thrust washers. Through a new “scoop” feature, the enhanced Levitorq design is able to collect and push … [Read More...]
Student designs functional furniture with igus products
Maintenance-free guides, bearings are key parts in convertible sofa, workstation An interior design student in Germany used products from igus to develop a practical solution for a constricted … [Read More...]
igus offers 3D printing for vehicle components
Additive manufacturing gives designers freedom and flexibility in the design of special solutions, including the development of efficient vehicle components. igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of … [Read More...]
Klüber Lubrication specialty cleaning grease reduces downtime for wind power plants
Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, introduces Klübersynth BZ 68-400, a lubricant specifically designed to mitigate hot bearings in wind turbines. Hardened … [Read More...]
SKF Pulse now available for Android
SKF Pulse, the portable, Bluetooth sensor and mobile app for monitoring rotating equipment, is now available for Android. The SKF Pulse app can be downloaded on Google Play or through the App … [Read More...]
7 plain bearings from igus prove mold resistant
Tests confirm several iglide materials resist fungi, bacteria Tests for mold growth by igus have found that seven plain bearings made with iglide materials are resistant to fungi and … [Read More...]
Solving cleanliness and reliability issues with bearings on 3D printers
3D printers are a cutting-edge manufacturing technology, but they must adhere to traditional equipment design rules. They need bearings to allow motion, and these bearings require lubrication. Oil and … [Read More...]
AST on types of fits and loads for radial ball bearings
By Christine Berlly Selecting the proper shaft and housing fit is critical in optimizing a radial ball bearing’s performance and life. A bearing can only perform to its full capacity when it is … [Read More...]
Emerson Bearing Boston ceramic hybrid bearing line expansion
Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, had expanded its ceramic hybrid … [Read More...]
Thordon Thorplas-blue hydropower bearings
Thordon Bearings announced at the HydroVision International trade show in Portland, Oregon, that it now offering its self-lubricating ThorPlas-Blue range of wicket gate and operating mechanism … [Read More...]
igus igubal self-lubricating spherical bearings
igubal JEM interchangeable spherical balls operate completely maintenance-free inside a variety of applications, including agricultural machinery and conveyor systems. They’re also self-lubricating, … [Read More...]
Emergency bearing repair in hospital equipment application
Hospitals, especially those with designated major trauma centers, depend on their emergency theatres to deliver life-saving treatment. So, when an air handling unit (AHU) needed an overnight repair, … [Read More...]
Caribbean dive boat uses self-lubricating bearing material
Just because a commercial vessel plies the crystal-clear cerulean waters of the Bahamas doesn't mean it has a carefree life. For Gerry Fleming of Aqua Cat Cruises, it meant constant attention to the … [Read More...]
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