Regal Beloit Corporation, a manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation, and power transmission components, announced that its Sealmaster PN Gold mounted ball bearings have achieved third party IP69K … [Read more...] about Sealmaster PN Gold mounted bearings receive IP69K certification
Freudenberg develops low-friction bearing for improved lubrication
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed an optimized design for its Levitorq axial thrust washers. Through a new “scoop” feature, the enhanced Levitorq design is able to collect and push lubrication under the washer to enable higher critical … [Read more...] about Freudenberg develops low-friction bearing for improved lubrication
Student designs functional furniture with igus products
Maintenance-free guides, bearings are key parts in convertible sofa, workstation An interior design student in Germany used products from igus to develop a practical solution for a constricted living space. Valeria Vysozki, a student at the … [Read more...] about Student designs functional furniture with igus products
igus offers 3D printing for vehicle components
Additive manufacturing gives designers freedom and flexibility in the design of special solutions, including the development of efficient vehicle components. igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, now offers lightweight and durable … [Read more...] about igus offers 3D printing for vehicle components
Klüber Lubrication specialty cleaning grease reduces downtime for wind power plants
Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, introduces Klübersynth BZ 68-400, a lubricant specifically designed to mitigate hot bearings in wind turbines. Hardened residues that accumulate on generator bearings can become … [Read more...] about Klüber Lubrication specialty cleaning grease reduces downtime for wind power plants
SKF Pulse now available for Android
SKF Pulse, the portable, Bluetooth sensor and mobile app for monitoring rotating equipment, is now available for Android. The SKF Pulse app can be downloaded on Google Play or through the App Store. Designed for maintenance, repair, and operations … [Read more...] about SKF Pulse now available for Android
7 plain bearings from igus prove mold resistant
Tests confirm several iglide materials resist fungi, bacteria Tests for mold growth by igus have found that seven plain bearings made with iglide materials are resistant to fungi and bacteria. Mold is a serious health hazard, and can grow on … [Read more...] about 7 plain bearings from igus prove mold resistant
AST on types of fits and loads for radial ball bearings
By Christine Berlly Selecting the proper shaft and housing fit is critical in optimizing a radial ball bearing’s performance and life. A bearing can only perform to its full capacity when it is correctly fitted on the shaft and in the housing. … [Read more...] about AST on types of fits and loads for radial ball bearings
Emerson Bearing Boston ceramic hybrid bearing line expansion
Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, had expanded its ceramic hybrid bearing line. Emerson Bearing offers ceramic hybrid … [Read more...] about Emerson Bearing Boston ceramic hybrid bearing line expansion
Thordon Thorplas-blue hydropower bearings
Thordon Bearings announced at the HydroVision International trade show in Portland, Oregon, that it now offering its self-lubricating ThorPlas-Blue range of wicket gate and operating mechanism bearings with a 15-year wearlife guarantee. Thordon’s … [Read more...] about Thordon Thorplas-blue hydropower bearings