By Mike Santora Unchecked vibration and noise can have real consequences in a motion system. And it's not just the obvious reduction in bearing life that first comes to mind. Bearing noise in medical applications can create distractions for … [Read more...] about Turning the volume down on ball bearing noise in your motion system
How is an Anderon meter used to measure bearing noise?
Bearing Tips.com asked NMB Field Applications Engineer, Rich Picard how the Anderon meter is used to measure bearing noise. Here is what he told us. "The Anderon meter is a device used to measure bearing vibration. Simply put, the higher the … [Read more...] about How is an Anderon meter used to measure bearing noise?
How are integrated bearing assemblies being used in wind turbines?
There has been a trend in the design of wind turbine gearboxes toward using integrated planet bearings with both Cylindrical Roller Bearings (CRBs) and Tapered Roller Bearings (TRBs). The integrated bearing concept reduces the total number of … [Read more...] about How are integrated bearing assemblies being used in wind turbines?
Heavy-duty, extreme pressure, lubrication for bearings
These heavy-duty, zinc free, extreme pressure, 100% synthetic based fluids are designed for applications where an extreme pressure synthetic fluid is required. They deliver extreme pressure protection, have anti-wear properties and very low … [Read more...] about Heavy-duty, extreme pressure, lubrication for bearings
What is a toroidal bearing?
A self-aligning cylindrical roller bearing is a cylindrical roller bearing inside a spherical bushing, which allows the bearing to accommodate misalignment and axial growth of the shaft. However, the addition of the spherical ring limits the radial … [Read more...] about What is a toroidal bearing?
Polyalphaolefin (PAO)-Based fluid for bearings
These multi-purpose polyalphaolefin (PAO) based, zinc-free fluids are formulated with state-of-the-art additives. The fluids provide good performance over extended drain intervals. They are recommended for gearboxes, bearings, chains and … [Read more...] about Polyalphaolefin (PAO)-Based fluid for bearings
Kaydon bearings celebrates 75th anniversary
Kaydon Bearings today is celebrating its 75th anniversary, with events planned for its facilities in Michigan, South Carolina, Ohio, Mexico, China, and Brazil. The Kaydon Engineering Corporation was founded in May, 1941 by A. Harold Frauenthal in … [Read more...] about Kaydon bearings celebrates 75th anniversary
Schaeffler investing nearly 84 million euros in the USA
The Schaeffler Group is increasing its capacity at two US locations by building new manufacturing halls and administration buildings. Excavators have already started work in Fort Mill, South Carolina and a June groundbreaking is planned for its … [Read more...] about Schaeffler investing nearly 84 million euros in the USA
Heavy-duty plain bearings for off-highway applications
Igus Inc. has developed a new bearing specially made for rugged operating conditions typical of construction equipment and agricultural machines. The heavy-duty iglidur TX1 plain bearing is built to handle high loads, dirty conditions and temperature … [Read more...] about Heavy-duty plain bearings for off-highway applications
Self-aligning bearing assemblies reduce edge load, minimize misalignment
GGB Bearing Technology EXALIGN, MINI and UNI self-aligning bearing assemblies compensate for shaft misalignment up to +/- 5º, reducing edge-load, premature wear and power transfer deficiencies. Highlights: GGB self-aligning bearing assemblies … [Read more...] about Self-aligning bearing assemblies reduce edge load, minimize misalignment