SKF has decided to join and co-fund Mission 0 to contribute to the development of groundbreaking technologies and deliver solutions to eliminate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in materials, production, and end-of-life of passenger cars. In an initial … [Read more...] about SKF joins new research and innovation project aiming to eliminate Greenhouse gas emissions
Larger plate sizes in the works with strategic investments
Vesconite Bearings is expanding its manufacturing capabilities to meet the increasing demand for larger low-friction wear plates. Responding to customer feedback and market trends, Vesconite Bearings is making a substantial investment in … [Read more...] about Larger plate sizes in the works with strategic investments
Revolutionizing testing with bearings
The Automated Test Equipment (ATE) market, valued at USD 8.5 billion in 2022, is poised for an impressive surge with a 10% CAGR (2023-2032) propelled by the global shift towards vehicle electrification. ATE, the cornerstone of precision testing, … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing testing with bearings
Wind vanes repaired with Vesconite Hilube
When boating aficionado Roy McBride decided to develop repair kits for the Aries Wind Vane, he chose Vesconite Hilube for the bearings. Aries Wind Vane self-operating steering systems are robust and can operate for 30,000 miles from purchase. When … [Read more...] about Wind vanes repaired with Vesconite Hilube
Thordon Bearings polymer bearing technology for Vietnamese hydropower market
Thordon Bearings pioneering polymer bearing technology is gaining traction in Vietnam’s hydropower market, following the performance success of its self-lubricating bearings retrofitted to five turbines at the Son La Hydropower plant. Thordon’s … [Read more...] about Thordon Bearings polymer bearing technology for Vietnamese hydropower market
Full ceramic radial bearings for extreme environment applications
The XTREME 6000 ZrO2 Series of Full Ceramic Radial Bearings from CeramicSpeed are designed to provide levels of performance in extreme environments beyond the capabilities of steel and even hybrid bearings. The complementing components of these … [Read more...] about Full ceramic radial bearings for extreme environment applications
Why bearings will be essential to Agriculture 4.0
According to the European Commission (EC), “The digitalization of the European agricultural sector has the potential to revolutionize the industry, promoting efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness”. New technologies, including smart actuators … [Read more...] about Why bearings will be essential to Agriculture 4.0
Flying towards sustainability
According to Deloitte, “the demand for sustainability, product innovations, and wartime defense is expected to result in rapid technological evolution” in the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry”. Innovations like electric propulsion systems and … [Read more...] about Flying towards sustainability
New igus Smart Fixed flange bearings unlock predictive maintenance
Constructed from self-lubricating, high-performance plastic, the bearings feature an integrated abrasion sensor, thin circuit board, and cableless battery supply. Wear interrupts the board's conductor paths, causing the electronics to lose the … [Read more...] about New igus Smart Fixed flange bearings unlock predictive maintenance
New IKO cam followers allow mounting freedom in tight spaces
IKO International is pleased to introduce its CFC...B Series of short stud-type cam followers. These new cam followers have a unique mounting structure that solves space limitations that often exist on the stud side of the assembly region, thereby … [Read more...] about New IKO cam followers allow mounting freedom in tight spaces