A graphite shortage has meant that manufacturers of submersible motors and pumps are switching to impact and wear-resistant Vesconite bearings. Vesconite technical sales representative Eddie Swanepoel informs that he has received inquiries for the … [Read more...] about Carbon graphite shortage kick starts search for better bearings
CALM buoy bearing installations
The bearing installations to two Calm Buoys operating offshore Libya are indicative of the wide-range of applications Thordon’s environmentally-safe bearing systems have outside the company’s traditional maritime market. A total of 48 bearings and … [Read more...] about CALM buoy bearing installations
GGB bearing bulletin on aircraft cabin design
Getting down to the details in aircraft cabin design When engineers consider the importance of customized bearing solutions in aerospace applications, it's typically in high-stakes applications directly related to vital aircraft functions. … [Read more...] about GGB bearing bulletin on aircraft cabin design
SKF on rotating idle bearings
SKF's Technical Tip Video Series is a compilation of short, one topic videos that provide information on achieving better bearing performance. Here, we see a video covering the handling of bearings. The video specifically covers the rotating of idle … [Read more...] about SKF on rotating idle bearings
What is an oil storage station?
Did you know that approximately 50% of all premature bearing failures come from poor lubrication and contamination? These issues can be addressed through preventative maintenance and attention to detail. During storage, maintenance, and transfer, … [Read more...] about What is an oil storage station?
Tools for safe installation and removal of bearings
At this year’s IMTS in Chicago, Bega Special Tools presents the latest tools for easy and safe installation and removal of bearings and other transmission parts. Of the latest heater design is the Betex MF Quick-Heater, a multifunctional frequency … [Read more...] about Tools for safe installation and removal of bearings
What are labyrinth seals for bearings?
Labyrinth seals are a common type of mechanical seal used to prevent contamination within a bearing system's design. Bearings are frequently used in locations with prolonged exposure to abrasive dust, dirt, debris, or mud. In these heavily … [Read more...] about What are labyrinth seals for bearings?
What are angular contact ball bearings?
Often configured with multiple, opposed, preloaded units, single row angular contact ball bearings are designed to accommodate axial loads acting in one direction. Under radial loads, an induced force acting in the axial direction is produced that … [Read more...] about What are angular contact ball bearings?
Freewheel bike bushing operating well after 10,000km
When cycling enthusiast Willem Goosen noticed in a service that the cogset on his bike’s rear wheel - known as the rear freewheel - had quite a bit of play, he decided to make his own smaller lubrication-free Vesconite bushing. “I decided on … [Read more...] about Freewheel bike bushing operating well after 10,000km
Washers with axial friction bearing available from JW Winco
JW Winco, Inc., A Ganter Company, a leading supplier of standard industrial machine components, offers GN 6342 Washers with Axial Friction Bearing, Stainless Steel. Used in connection with such items as Winco’s Adjustable Levers (GN 300 Series) or … [Read more...] about Washers with axial friction bearing available from JW Winco