The time spent on greasing bushings can be substantial. Although some greasing globally is automated, much re-lubrication is performed by hand using a grease gun. This means that the time spent greasing one grease point totals between three and … [Read more...] about More efficient bearing lubrication
Timken RacePac front and rear wheel end assemblies
The Timken Company has announced the launch of its new Lightweight Timken RacePac Front and Rear Wheel End Assemblies. Each Timken re-engineered RacePac wheel end assembly weighs approximately two pounds lighter than existing RacePac hubs, which will … [Read more...] about Timken RacePac front and rear wheel end assemblies
The value of integrating partners early in the design process
Edited by Mike Santora In the traditional product design model, bearing selection isn’t usually a large factor. Not much differentiates one bearing from another, the thinking goes, so why spend time considering the type of bearing to be used when … [Read more...] about The value of integrating partners early in the design process
Igus robolink designer for custom robots
Igus' new robolink designer is a quick and easy configuration tool made for designing and specifying in low-cost robotic joints and complete arm assemblies. With the robolink designer users can now create a custom robot for their needs, simulate … [Read more...] about Igus robolink designer for custom robots
FAA compliance for GGB Bearing Technology
GGB Bearing Technology recently added EP 43 self-lubricating engineered plastic bearings to its growing list of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved products. GGB’s EP 43 passed FAA compliance requirements in a variety of flammability … [Read more...] about FAA compliance for GGB Bearing Technology
Emerson Bearing announces CAD library
Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, is simplifying the bearing search process through their online computer-aided design … [Read more...] about Emerson Bearing announces CAD library
Trelleborg gets Johan Sverdrup oil field contract
Located on the Utsira Height in the North Sea, 160 kilometers west of Stavanger, the Johan Sverdup oil field will be operated by electrical power generated onshore, significantly reducing offshore emissions of climate gases. Daily production during … [Read more...] about Trelleborg gets Johan Sverdrup oil field contract
SKF on condition monitoring and smart sensors for bearings
Digitalization is most apparent in the consumer market, where music downloads, online shopping and on-demand TV are hailed as marvels of the digital age. However, digitalization is also having a huge effect on manufacturing. The ability to collect … [Read more...] about SKF on condition monitoring and smart sensors for bearings
X-Y-tip-tilt stage for rotary air bearings
PI (Physik Instrumente) introduces the A-60x MTT, stainless steel multi-axis top that combines with its offerings of PIglide rotary air bearing stages and platforms. Air-bearings have no rolling or sliding elements and deliver completely … [Read more...] about X-Y-tip-tilt stage for rotary air bearings
What’s the best seal design for my bearing application?
Matt McCormack, applications engineer for SKF, gives us a little insight into what design engineers are frequently asking him. Here, he specifically focuses on the basics of different seal designs for bearings. This article was taken from a short … [Read more...] about What’s the best seal design for my bearing application?