By Jeremy Luchies — FUCHS Lubricants Co. Catastrophes can take many forms from economic crises to fatal disasters. When these catastrophic events hit the news, the first questions usually asked are how did this happen and how can we prevent this … [Read more...] about How can I prevent catastrophic bearing failure via proper lubrication?
Thordon seawater-lubricated tailshaft bearings
Egypt’s SUMED pipeline operator Arab Petroleum Pipeline Company (SUMED) has completed the tailshaft conversion to Thordon’s SXL seawater-lubricated bearing system for seven special purpose single point mooring (SPM) service boats. The final vessel … [Read more...] about Thordon seawater-lubricated tailshaft bearings
Emerson announces free eBook for Type E Mounted Bearings
Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, announces the availability of a complimentary eBook and other online resources for … [Read more...] about Emerson announces free eBook for Type E Mounted Bearings
Thordon optimizes the articulating rudder
When a 9,280hp workboat returned to service following extensive repairs at the James Marine Paducah River Service yard in Kentucky, U.S.A., it marked the first application of Thordon’s new seal-embedded bearing to an articulating … [Read more...] about Thordon optimizes the articulating rudder
Water quality improved with grease-free wicket gate bushings
When one hydroelectric plant operator took an environmental stance against water pollution, it went cold turkey on its use of grease in its plants. Grease is a common lubricant on bronze bushings, ensuring that the bronze bushings can move easily … [Read more...] about Water quality improved with grease-free wicket gate bushings
IKO appoints new National Distribution Sales Manager
IKO is pleased to announce that Jeff Williams has joined the company as National Distribution Sales Manager. Contributing to our efforts to build and enhance relationships with our valued customers, Williams will be based in Parsippany, NJ, and will … [Read more...] about IKO appoints new National Distribution Sales Manager
SKF announces electric aviation agreement with Lilium
SKF is today announcing that a supplier agreement has been signed with Lilium, developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet. SKF has supported Lilium on the design of electric motor bearings for the Lilium Jet’s … [Read more...] about SKF announces electric aviation agreement with Lilium
A sustainable combination: igus successfully tests plastic bearings with wooden shafts
Wood and plastic? Is that a good combination? The motion plastics specialist igus has researched the idea in a recent design study and tested the friction and wear behavior of its plastic linear bearings on a wide variety of wood, and the result is … [Read more...] about A sustainable combination: igus successfully tests plastic bearings with wooden shafts
MIBA relies on EMCO for process machining of plain bearing bushes
Sustainability in energy production Wind power has become more socially relevant in recent years, and it contributes significantly to energy transition. However, wind farms need to become even more efficient in order to conserve resources. This is … [Read more...] about MIBA relies on EMCO for process machining of plain bearing bushes
Schaeffler exhibits advanced bearing and condition monitoring innovations
Leading global automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler is presenting a variety of advanced innovations for electric motor manufacturers and rebuilders at the EASA 2023 Convention and Solutions Expo, which takes place June 25-27 at the Gaylord … [Read more...] about Schaeffler exhibits advanced bearing and condition monitoring innovations
