SKF USA Inc. has announced that it will be be moving its North American automotive vehicle service market distribution and packaging operations from its current location in Hebron, KY to Crossville, Tennessee. The move is expected to result in … [Read more...] about SKF to move distribution facility to Tennessee
RBC Bearings Incorporated (ROLL) position held by value holdings
Value Holdings continued to hold its position in RBC Bearings Incorporated (NASDAQ:ROLL) during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 8,659 shares of the company’s stock at the end of … [Read more...] about RBC Bearings Incorporated (ROLL) position held by value holdings
Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 10:
When should grease be used for bearings? Grease lubrication is generally restricted to relatively slower-speed applications due to reduced capability for frictional heat dissipation as compared with that of oil. The advantages of grease over … [Read more...] about Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 10:
Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 9:
How do you ensure a proper fit between the shaft and the inner bearing ring? In order for a ball or roller bearing to perform satisfactorily, the fit between the inner ring and shaft must be suitable for the application. For example, too loose a … [Read more...] about Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 9:
Easy installation with new split cylindrical roller bearings
With the first-of-its-kind angled support pedestal, Timken Revolvo Quick-Fit split cylindrical roller bearings now make installation even easier for change-outs where access is limited. The totally new design can reduce installation time up to 90%, … [Read more...] about Easy installation with new split cylindrical roller bearings
Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 8:
How do radial vs. thrust loads affect ball bearing selection? Load type, magnitude and direction of loads are all key in determining the proper type of ball bearing. Specifically, if a ball bearing’s load requirements are only to be able to carry … [Read more...] about Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 8:
Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 7:
Are bearings with fluoro rubber seals safe? Fluoro rubbers have high thermal, chemical, ageing, ozone, wear and gas permeability resistance, and are safe as long as the material is not over-heated. However: At temperatures above 300 °C (570 … [Read more...] about Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 7:
Volunteers attend ACTE annual meeting
Industrial distributors Allied Bearing and Supply, Inc. and GHX Industrial LLC sent volunteers to meet with hundreds of faculty, counselors and administrators from technical and vocational schools throughout North America at the Association for … [Read more...] about Volunteers attend ACTE annual meeting
Deep groove ball bearing line expansion
Featuring super-finished raceways and controlled internal geometries, Timken deep groove ball bearings deliver run-quiet operation, and vibration performance. Timken recently launched its 6000 series deep groove ball bearing line in North America, … [Read more...] about Deep groove ball bearing line expansion
Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 6:
What is a minute of arc (MOA) and why is it important for bearings? A circle is divided into 360° (angular segments) around the circumference and each degree is further divided into 60 minutes (smaller angular segments). A minute of arc is a unit … [Read more...] about Friday Bearing Fast FAQ 6: