igubal JEM interchangeable spherical balls operate completely maintenance-free inside a variety of applications, including agricultural machinery and conveyor systems. They’re also self-lubricating, highly durable, and resistant to dirt and … [Read more...] about igus igubal self-lubricating spherical bearings
Emergency bearing repair in hospital equipment application
Hospitals, especially those with designated major trauma centers, depend on their emergency theatres to deliver life-saving treatment. So, when an air handling unit (AHU) needed an overnight repair, Sulzer engineers were able to complete the project … [Read more...] about Emergency bearing repair in hospital equipment application
Caribbean dive boat uses self-lubricating bearing material
Just because a commercial vessel plies the crystal-clear cerulean waters of the Bahamas doesn't mean it has a carefree life. For Gerry Fleming of Aqua Cat Cruises, it meant constant attention to the sand and silt that wreaked havoc on the bearings of … [Read more...] about Caribbean dive boat uses self-lubricating bearing material
Finding the best solution for maintenance and repairs to turbine generators
Modern, everyday life depends on electricity so the global demand for electrical power is growing and wind turbines are making a major impact on the power generation market. Once they are installed, they offer an environmentally friendly, renewable … [Read more...] about Finding the best solution for maintenance and repairs to turbine generators
Vesconite opens office for New Zealand
Vesconite Bearings has opened an office in New Zealand to assist customers and resellers with their Vesconite low-friction no-grease-required polymer bearing and wear-material requirements. Vesconite Bearings has also appointed Eddie Swanepoel as … [Read more...] about Vesconite opens office for New Zealand
Self-lubricating polymer bushings in miniature steam train application
The team that was awarded the Guinness World Record in 2017 for the longest distance covered by a miniature steam train is setting its sights on improving its record. Keyser Locomotive Works, together with the Pietermaritzburg Model Engineering … [Read more...] about Self-lubricating polymer bushings in miniature steam train application
CERAMICSPEED bearing units are FDA compliant
LM76 is continuing to expand its FDA compliant radial and linear bearing product lines. CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units are the latest additions. Bearings used in the food and beverage industry have to be reliable, easily cleaned, and require only minimal … [Read more...] about CERAMICSPEED bearing units are FDA compliant
Turbine oil increases the efficiency of hydroelectric plants
Cost pressure, sustainability goals, influences from the market as well as environmental and renaturalization measures force operators of hydroelectric power stations to generate energy even more efficiently and profitably. This can be done either … [Read more...] about Turbine oil increases the efficiency of hydroelectric plants
Trelleborg launches electrically conductive PTFE sealing materials
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches Turcon MC1 and Turcon MC2 materials, the only polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) based electrically conductive materials suited for use in spring and elastomer-energized seals. Engineered for dynamic applications, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches electrically conductive PTFE sealing materials
Thordon helps reduce maintenance for offshore vessel operator
Canadian company Thordon Bearings recently helped in an application involving a bearing and seal installation in “perfect condition” after over three years of operation. Global Tiger, operated by UAE-based Global Marine Co is a 42m (138-ft) … [Read more...] about Thordon helps reduce maintenance for offshore vessel operator