Under the banner ‘Simplify with SKF Marine’, bearing and seal manufacturer SKF will present its range of marine products at Kormarine 2017 – the international marine, shipbuilding, offshore and oil & gas exhibition (Busan, Korea – October … [Read more...] about SKF at Kormarine 2017
ISAF bearing installation and removal
The Dodge Hydraulic ISAF (HISAF) mounted spherical roller bearing features a patented built-in hydraulic mounting system that makes this bearing simple to mount and dismount. Hydraulic pressure replaces physical labor, creating a safer and more … [Read more...] about ISAF bearing installation and removal
Large vesconite marine bearings
Marine bushing emergencies in South America can now be easily dealt with by ordering XL marine bushings that are available for immediate dispatch from Buenos Aires, Argentina, from this week. The bushings, which are widely used in the marine … [Read more...] about Large vesconite marine bearings
True maintenance free pivots
By Nick Van Tol Industry Manager, Agriculture & Construction, igus Inc. Engineers working in the agricultural industry can bene t greatly from implementing true maintenance-free pivots within their machinery. Maintenance-free pivots have … [Read more...] about True maintenance free pivots
Igubal pillow block bearings on pest control drone
The FitoStinger drone was developed for pest control by the TSA Center in Spain. The drone is equipped with an extendable arm, which is used to accurately spray pesticides. To treat only affected areas accurately, the drone must be both durable and … [Read more...] about Igubal pillow block bearings on pest control drone
Environmentally safe bearing solutions
Thordon Bearings has expanded its Global Service and Support (GSS) division to meet market demand for installation and maintenance support of its entire product portfolio. GSS now offers more services to assist shipowners, shipbuilders and repair … [Read more...] about Environmentally safe bearing solutions
Rotary bearings: Answers to common questions
Bearings are internal machine components that are crucial to motion applications. They reduce friction between moving parts by giving a surface something on which to roll rather than slide. Rotary bearings consist of smooth rollers or metal balls and … [Read more...] about Rotary bearings: Answers to common questions
A guide to ball bearing materials
By Preston Souza Product Specialist, xiros Bearings Ball bearings can be used in a range of applications, from medical and packaging technology to electronics and office technology. Since these components are available in different types of … [Read more...] about A guide to ball bearing materials
Thordon and IMarEST support water lubricated propulsion systems
Shipping industry leaders attending London International Shipping Week (LISW) next week will be able to hear the case for water lubricated propeller shafts during an evening technical lecture organized by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science … [Read more...] about Thordon and IMarEST support water lubricated propulsion systems
C-Flex double end pivot bearing
The C-Flex bearing or pivot is a cylindrical, limited rotational bearing, with a high relative radial and axial stiffness which is available in low, medium, or high torsional spring rates. It is typically available for maximum deflection angles of … [Read more...] about C-Flex double end pivot bearing