Industry growth, in areas like medical, semiconductor and electronics, is pushing overall design engineering into the future. Bearing design specifically, is no exception. Bearing manufacturers realize that to remain competitive they must listen to … [Read more...] about What industries are changing bearing design?
Vesconite Hilube stern tubes and rudder bearings
Two South Korean fishing vessels installed Vesconite Hilube stern tubes and rudder bearings at Port Louis dry dock, Mauritius, last month and the month before. The vessels, with a gross tonnage of 441t and 578t, came into the port separately, with … [Read more...] about Vesconite Hilube stern tubes and rudder bearings
Schaeffler’s new Vice President of Corporate Communications
Thorsten Möllmann (49) took over as Vice President of Corporate Communications at the Schaeffler Group on April 1, 2017. He will additionally serve as the Schaeffler Group’s press spokesman and will report to Christoph Beumelburg, Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Schaeffler’s new Vice President of Corporate Communications
Robotics and automation bearings
Edited by Mike Santora The use of robotics and automation continues to grow more prevalent across industries, particularly in manufacturing, as companies are realizing the full potential of its ability to reduce costs, boost production and deliver … [Read more...] about Robotics and automation bearings
SKF tackles counterfeit bearings in Pune, India
As a part of SKF India’s commitment to offer genuine and reliable products to its customers, the company supported police authorities during the enforcement actions in Pune city on Monday – April 3, 2017 and seized about four and half thousand … [Read more...] about SKF tackles counterfeit bearings in Pune, India
SKF on bearing trends: Part 5
This is the final installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 5. LUBRICANT ALTERNATIVES Lubrication is critical to bearing and equipment performance, but issues have always persisted, whether involving how and … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 5
SKF on bearing trends: Part 4
This is the fourth installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 4. SPECIALTY COATINGS Coating options can enhance levels of protection for a bearing or perform other functions to promote longer service life in an … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 4
SKF on bearing trends: Part 3
This is the third installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 3. APPLICATION-SPECIFIC ENGINEERING From cryogenic pumps to wind turbines, among other critical equipment applications, focused engineering scrutiny of … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 3
SKF on bearing trends: Part 2
This is the second installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 2. MULTI-FUNCTIONALITY Bearings equipped to perform multiple functions have taken bearing technology – and machinery – to higher levels of … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 2
SKF on bearing trends: Part 1
By David R. Mikalonis Every innovation in the design, engineering, and materials for rolling element bearings ultimately expands options for design engineers to specify the right bearing for the right application and, in turn, elevate equipment … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 1