NSK has launched a new mobile application primarily for machine tool precision bearings to support efficient operation and IT-based plant management. Customers are now able to scan the unique 2D barcode printed on each NSK bearing box after … [Read more...] about NSK launches new mobile app
Online calculation of service life for 3D-printed plain bearings
igus has developed a free online tool that can predict the service life of 3D-printed bearings. With its extensive testing, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics can now calculate precisely the durability of even more products. igus … [Read more...] about Online calculation of service life for 3D-printed plain bearings
Bearings vs. bushings in 3D printing
A small but vocal discussion in the 3D printer community is on bearings and bushings that are used by 3D printers, and how these can be optimized to create better printers and better print quality. Some believe 3D printing will run counter to … [Read more...] about Bearings vs. bushings in 3D printing
New bearing from igus assists in quick, easy liner replacement
igus has introduced a new bearing, drylin W Exchange, for its drylin W linear system in which the liner can be replaced directly on the rail without dismantling the system. By using a practical assembly tool, users can push the old liner out of … [Read more...] about New bearing from igus assists in quick, easy liner replacement
GGB grows engineered plastics portfolio
The new engineered plastics tribological material adds to their tribological range of products Highlights: New material broadens the range of GGB's engineered plastics products to better meet customer needs. Provides the ideal combination of … [Read more...] about GGB grows engineered plastics portfolio
Pekka Vauramo appointed President and CEO of Metso Corporation
Metso's Board of Directors has appointed Pekka Vauramo (born 1957, M.Sc. (Tech.)), President and CEO of Metso, effective as of November 2018 at the latest. Pekka Vauramo has served as President and CEO of Finnair since 2013, and prior to that he held … [Read more...] about Pekka Vauramo appointed President and CEO of Metso Corporation
igus introduces new material for clip and flanged bearings
igus has developed a new tribo-plastic material for clip and flanged bearings that is highly elastic, chemical resistant and withstands moisture. The wear-resistant material, iglidur K230, will be used in clip and flanged bearings, which are … [Read more...] about igus introduces new material for clip and flanged bearings
Plain bearings from igus extend service life in long travel roller chains
Motion plastics manufacturer igus introduced new tribologically optimized plain bearings that ensure lubrication-free mounting of individual chain links, which will increase the uptime of crane systems and gantries. The P4.1 roller chain for long … [Read more...] about Plain bearings from igus extend service life in long travel roller chains
SKF Training Solutions launches new video series
SKF Training Solutions now offers a video series to enhance users' learning experience as part of their blended learning approach to training. The Technical Tip Video Series is a compilation of short, one topic videos (approximately 1.5 minutes in … [Read more...] about SKF Training Solutions launches new video series
Alexis Marine to retrofit RiverTough to salt lugger
Louisiana-based workboat operator Alexis Marine has awarded a supply contract to Thordon Bearings for the retrofitting of 6in diameter RiverTough bearings to MV Kristin Alexis, the 60ft (18.2m) twin-screw towboat built by Bollinger Shipyard in … [Read more...] about Alexis Marine to retrofit RiverTough to salt lugger