There are a huge number of variables an engineer needs to weigh up when selecting the right types of bearings for a project. There is no doubt things can get confusing, particularly if your project is non-standard. Here, Chris Johnson managing director at specialist bearing supplier SMB Bearings, explains one of six important bearing selection … [Read More...] about Navigating the bearing selection process
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NKE receives accolades for work environment
Bearing manufacturer NKE Austria GmbH has received the "Great Place to Work" certificate. Businesses that take part in the certification process and meet the respective requirements are entitled to … [Read More...] about NKE receives accolades for work environment
Pitch control plain bearings for wind turbine application
A large wind turbine manufacturer continues to use Vesconite Hilube actuator bearing supports in its wind turbines’ hydraulic blade pitch control systems. Pitch control systems are essential to … [Read More...] about Pitch control plain bearings for wind turbine application
igus unveils new sensor for predictive maintenance
igus has developed a sensor for its smart plastics software that calculates the remaining service life of energy chains, cables, linear guides, and plain bearings during operation. The i.cee:local … [Read More...] about igus unveils new sensor for predictive maintenance
KACO expands portfolio of shaft grounding rings
In addition to the application-oriented adaptation of given sealing technologies, KACO has been offering new product segments for several years and is constantly developing them further. These novel … [Read More...] about KACO expands portfolio of shaft grounding rings
Sulzer cuts component repair times using laser metal deposition
Many industrial applications harbor challenging operating conditions such as corrosive or erosive atmospheres and high temperatures. Every component of rotating machinery used in these conditions … [Read More...] about Sulzer cuts component repair times using laser metal deposition
Vesconite’s new Hitemp 160 gets food-contact certification
Vesconite Bearings’ Hitemp 160 polymer bearing material has been approved for use in food- contact applications. This is according to CEO Dr. Jean-Patrick Leger, who received the formal … [Read More...] about Vesconite’s new Hitemp 160 gets food-contact certification
Seawater lubricated shafting system from Thordon Bearings
China’s Fujian Southeast Shipyard has delivered four in a series of five new product tankers ordered by Malaysia’s Orkim Sdn Bhd. The 9000dwt Orkim Sapphire and Orkim Pearl, and 14,500dwt Orkim … [Read More...] about Seawater lubricated shafting system from Thordon Bearings
Igus sees 30% online growth amid pandemic
An increase in the pace of innovation and emphasis on expanding its digital presence in the face of a worldwide pandemic helped igus increase online sales by 30% in 2020. Innovations range from … [Read More...] about Igus sees 30% online growth amid pandemic
Precision agriculture: the hype around drone technology
Not even the agriculture sector can escape the hype of drone technology. The European drones outlook study reports 150,000 agricultural drones will be used across European farms by 2035, undertaking … [Read More...] about Precision agriculture: the hype around drone technology
Vertical pump bearing application from Thordon Bearings
When a well-known industrial pump manufacturer needed four fully finished vertical pump bearings within three days to meet an urgent delivery deadline, Thordon Bearings’ Customer Service team … [Read More...] about Vertical pump bearing application from Thordon Bearings
Zero pollution bearings for dry bulk cargo carrier application
Captain Henry Jackman, the 34,864dwt dry bulk cargo carrier China’s Jiangsu Yangzi-Mitsui shipyard delivered to Algoma Central Corporation in April, will begin trading on the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence … [Read More...] about Zero pollution bearings for dry bulk cargo carrier application
Hybrid bearings from NKE are suitable for tough industrial applications
Industrial applications in challenging environmental conditions call for special bearing solutions. Bearing manufacturer NKE Austria GmbH has developed hybrid bearings for precisely these … [Read More...] about Hybrid bearings from NKE are suitable for tough industrial applications
Kaman Distribution Group appoints C. Todd Boone as VP & General Manager Automation business
Kaman Distribution Group (“KDG”), a leading value-added distributor of bearings, power transmission, automation, and fluid power products, has announced the appointment of C. Todd Boone as the Vice … [Read More...] about Kaman Distribution Group appoints C. Todd Boone as VP & General Manager Automation business
Radial and thrust forces in bearings
Where accuracy is required, it is important for engineers to consider the forces acting on a bearing. Because a bearing typically supports the free motion of a shaft about an axis of rotation, two … [Read More...] about Radial and thrust forces in bearings
Tailshaft bearing solution from Thordon Bearings
Grupo Servicios Maritimos, an Argentinian company offering a variety of services related to the maritime, inland waterways, and port activity, operates a fleet of ten tugs, two container feeders, and … [Read More...] about Tailshaft bearing solution from Thordon Bearings
