Thordon Bearings has registered an upswing in the number of historic passenger vessels operating on European waterways with water lubricated propeller shaft bearings as a way of further protecting those waterways from oil and grease … [Read more...] about Rise in bearing retrofits to tourist ships
Bearing assembly retrofits, not just for overhung pumps
Reliability is a fundamental requirement for between bearing high energy pumps that operate in oil and gas applications. To optimize pumping systems, design improvements and material upgrades can be implemented during planned maintenance intervals, … [Read more...] about Bearing assembly retrofits, not just for overhung pumps
SKF acquires lubrication filtration business
SKF has completed the acquisition of EFOLEX AB, a Gothenburg-based manufacturer of the Europafilter-branded industrial lubrication and oil filtration systems. EFOLEX offers offline filtration systems used in process manufacturing and energy … [Read more...] about SKF acquires lubrication filtration business
Rexnord filament bearings
Rexnord filament bearings are truly on the cutting edge of bearing solution technology. Filament wound bearings are versatile and ready for use in a wide variety of applications. The self-lubricating nature of the liner combined with the … [Read more...] about Rexnord filament bearings
SKF launches new spherical roller bearing
SKF, a global supplier of bearings, sealing solutions, lubrication management, condition monitoring systems, and services has launched a new line of spherical roller bearings in North America. These bearings are specifically designed to increase … [Read more...] about SKF launches new spherical roller bearing
Oil-free compressed air from Sulzer
Together, Sulzer and Tamturbo are developing technologies and offerings for oil-free compressed air. The uniquely designed HSR high-speed turbocompressor is manufactured in Finland. Not a single drop of oil is present in the machine, making it truly … [Read more...] about Oil-free compressed air from Sulzer
Aerospace bearings: where did it all begin?
According to Report Linker, the aerospace market is expected to grow from USD 9.6 billion in 2021 to USD 17.7 billion by 2026, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. From personal flying vehicles to greener aerospace, it’s clear the … [Read more...] about Aerospace bearings: where did it all begin?
SKF strengthens analytics capability through acquisition
SKF has completed the acquisition of Rubico Consulting AB, an industrial consultancy firm with 10 employees based in Luleå, Sweden. Rubico Consulting AB specializes in visualization and analysis of signal data. This expertise will be integrated … [Read more...] about SKF strengthens analytics capability through acquisition
Emerson Bearing Boston offers a dedicated division for Utilities
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, is dedicated to accommodating the unique bearing needs of Utilities through their Power … [Read more...] about Emerson Bearing Boston offers a dedicated division for Utilities
Sailing yacht installs Vesconite propeller bearings
The 36-meter Miss Silver sailing yacht has returned to her New Zealand birthplace for a complete refit, including fore and aft Vesconite Hilube propeller bearings. The two bearings, 5¼-in. on the outside diameter, 4¼-in. on the inside and 17-in. … [Read more...] about Sailing yacht installs Vesconite propeller bearings
