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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As strong as a tree: bionic design makes igus plastic pillow blocks robust
New igubal pillow blocks are a maintenance-free, economically effective alternative to classic cast iron housing bearings Nature is frequently a model for engineering materials, and the new igubal … [Read More...] about As strong as a tree: bionic design makes igus plastic pillow blocks robust
Dual-piston grease gun to simplify the task of lubrication
SKF has developed a tool that simplifies the critical task of lubrication. The SKF Lincoln dual-piston lever-action grease gun (Model 1154) has a thumb-operated switch that allows it to toggle between … [Read More...] about Dual-piston grease gun to simplify the task of lubrication
Elastomeric bearing system for FPSO project in South America
Trelleborg’s marine and infrastructure operation has been awarded the contract to supply an integrated structural elastomeric bearing system to MISC Offshore (Singapore) Pte Ltd (MOSPL), a … [Read More...] about Elastomeric bearing system for FPSO project in South America
3D printer bushings used in giant fossil wombat museum commission
Vesconite Hilube low-maintenance low-friction 3D printer bushings played an important part in the fabrication of a fossil giant wombat skeleton (Phascolonus sp.) for an exhibit on Australian … [Read More...] about 3D printer bushings used in giant fossil wombat museum commission
550 starter motors with Vesconite bearings in the field
Vesconite wear-resistant sleeve bearing replacements have been fitted as standard components in a range of Powerstart hydraulic and turbine starter motors, with some 550 of these motors in the field … [Read More...] about 550 starter motors with Vesconite bearings in the field
Structural bearings support stadium beam joints
A time-lapse video proves that Vesconite Superlube low-friction, high-load-carrying bearings perform well as sliding bearings in large structures, including soccer stadiums. The video starts … [Read More...] about Structural bearings support stadium beam joints
HST turbocompressors provide OPEX savings for UK Water Company
Sulzer HST turbocompressors provide substantial OPEX savings for UK Water Company Since installing four Sulzer HST turbocompressors in 2012, Severn Trent’s Rushmoor wastewater treatment has enjoyed … [Read More...] about HST turbocompressors provide OPEX savings for UK Water Company
Bearings market size worth $225.82 billion by 2028 | CAGR: 8.6%
The global bearings market size is expected to reach USD 225.82 billion by 2028 according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Bearings Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis … [Read More...] about Bearings market size worth $225.82 billion by 2028 | CAGR: 8.6%
Thordon Bearings appoints new Technical Director
Thordon Bearings has appointed Anthony Hamilton as its new Technical Director. Reporting directly to CEO Anna Galoni, Hamilton will lead the Burlington-headquartered company’s engineering, CAD, and … [Read More...] about Thordon Bearings appoints new Technical Director
Ceramic bearings fit for the world’s toughest rowing race
Ceramic Bearing specialist SMB Bearings is sponsoring rowing team, Five in a Row, as they take on this year’s Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. The challenge sees over 30 teams of rowers travel west … [Read More...] about Ceramic bearings fit for the world’s toughest rowing race
Vesconite visits Dubai
Vesconite Bearings’s appointment calendar is filling quickly, following its announcement to select clients that it will visit Dubai in December. Clients who have indicated an interest in meeting … [Read More...] about Vesconite visits Dubai
Emerson Bearing Boston offers new product recommendation tool
Boston-based Emerson Bearing, a bearing company catering to niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, offers a unique “Bearing Product … [Read More...] about Emerson Bearing Boston offers new product recommendation tool
Bearing swell problem solved for percussion hammer drill
A nylon bearing-swell problem almost led to the abandonment of a project to develop a new percussion hammer drill until the drill maker turned to Vesconite Hilube no-swell wear-resistant … [Read More...] about Bearing swell problem solved for percussion hammer drill
Keeping vibration analysis happy
Implementing condition monitoring can reduce the frequency and cost of equipment maintenance. Specifically, vibration analysis can provide valuable insight into machine conditions, flagging up … [Read More...] about Keeping vibration analysis happy
A lifeline for farming machinery with new cassette seal
SKF has launched its MUD11 cassette seal for wheel ends, to help improve the performance of equipment such as agricultural and construction machinery. New design features extend the seal’s service … [Read More...] about A lifeline for farming machinery with new cassette seal
