Thin-section bearings are high-precision products with very little running noise and a high load-carrying capacity. These bearings are available in three different designs with extremely small, predominantly square cross-sections. Within each series, … [Read more...] about Schaeffler thin section bearings
Smart, solar-powered trash bin with igus plain bearings
A clean cityscape is what many large cities around the world long for. Finbin, a Finnish company, has engineered an innovative trash receptacle to bring that dream closer. This advanced trash bin employs a solar-powered compactor that increases waste … [Read more...] about Smart, solar-powered trash bin with igus plain bearings
Isotech air bearings, bushings, and guides
AIR BEARINGS, BUSHINGS & GUIDES Zero Friction-indefinite operating life Contaminant free, clean environments Zero friction – No heat generation at high speed High accuracy components High accuracy motion High speed Position … [Read more...] about Isotech air bearings, bushings, and guides
Low-friction bearings reduce energy losses in free-stream turbines
A hydro turbine company based in Portland, Maine, USA, has chosen Vesconite Bearings’ lowest-friction material for the thrust bearings on its free-stream turbines. The material, Vesconite Superlube, has one of the lowest coefficients of friction … [Read more...] about Low-friction bearings reduce energy losses in free-stream turbines
Schaeffler experts discuss sustainably future mobility at the US CTI symposium
At the upcoming 17th CTI Symposium USA, Schaeffler experts will discuss the future of mobility. This year’s event, held May 24 and 25 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Mich., will focus on strategies and technologies on the path to … [Read more...] about Schaeffler experts discuss sustainably future mobility at the US CTI symposium
Simpler aeration pump design reduces maintenance requirements
There are times when a simple pump design and less maintenance are preferred by pump users, especially in messy dirty wastewater applications. Such was the case with one wastewater plant operator in South Africa, which was being called in every … [Read more...] about Simpler aeration pump design reduces maintenance requirements
New Hampshire Ball Bearings’ medium to large cylindrical roller bearings
Specialized solutions engineered for reliability under heavy radial loads, medium to high speeds, and maximum operating temperatures. Design Basics Our high-precision cylindrical roller bearings are designed for small to large mechanical systems … [Read more...] about New Hampshire Ball Bearings’ medium to large cylindrical roller bearings
Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
Indian hydroelectric projects offer unique challenges: they are exposed to monsoon floods for a few months of the year and then a dry spell for the rest of the year. After being dormant for long periods, bearings associated with these projects … [Read more...] about Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
CCS certification beneficial for significant future Chinese bearing supply
Vesconite Bearings has received its China Classification Society (CCS) Certificate of Works Approval. This was announced by Vesconite Bearings Quality Control Manager Jaco Prinsloo, who notes that the certification is valid for four years and is … [Read more...] about CCS certification beneficial for significant future Chinese bearing supply
Thordon wins composite bearing deal
SIGMA Group, one of Europe’s leading industrial pump manufacturers, has specified Thordon Bearings’ grease-free bearings for installation to the specialized pumping sets destined for flood defense and irrigation projects across Egypt. In total, … [Read more...] about Thordon wins composite bearing deal