Motion Industries, Inc., has named NSK “2022 Supplier of the Year.” The award recognizes companies that have shown exceptional commitment to Motion through quality products and services and earned the highest score in the multi-faceted Supplier … [Read more...] about NSK wins MOTION’s supplier of the year award
Record-low costs and sustainability: new slewing ring bearings from igus
The motion plastics specialist igus® has expanded its iglide PRT series by adding a ready-to-install low-cost variant made from granulated high-performance plastics. PRT-05-15-PC has been designed to reduce costs and help protect the environment. … [Read more...] about Record-low costs and sustainability: new slewing ring bearings from igus
Four-ft. diameter lantern rings solve corrosion issues in Hoover Dam hydro plant
When engineers at Hoover Dam determined that the original cast iron lantern rings built into some of its turbines needed to be replaced, they were looking for a solution to help them overcome the corrosion issues they experienced with the cast … [Read more...] about Four-ft. diameter lantern rings solve corrosion issues in Hoover Dam hydro plant
A 70% longer service life for linear bushings
More stable linear bushings with an optional plastic housing for more cost-effective bushings 20% higher load capacity thanks to an optimized production process Cost benefits thanks to longer service life and slimline design Available from … [Read more...] about A 70% longer service life for linear bushings
NTN Recognized for supplier quality excellence by Toyota
NTN is pleased to announce that two of its North American manufacturing facilities have been recognized for supplier quality excellence by Toyota Motor North America (Toyota). Toyota has awarded NTN Driveshaft, Inc., and American NTN Bearing … [Read more...] about NTN Recognized for supplier quality excellence by Toyota
Hitemp 160 pump bushings successfully tested in harsh fuming sulphuric acid
Vesconite Bearings is pleased to announce the successful testing of its Hitemp 160 machined bushings in a demanding application in South Korea. The client, a prominent industrial entity, carried out testing by fully submerging the bushings in an … [Read more...] about Hitemp 160 pump bushings successfully tested in harsh fuming sulphuric acid
Schaeffler recognized as 2023 Automotive News PACE Award finalist
Global motion technology company Schaeffler has been named a 2023 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist for its eRocker System. The electromechanical valve deactivation technology is one of 34 automotive innovations recently named a finalist in the … [Read more...] about Schaeffler recognized as 2023 Automotive News PACE Award finalist
An injection-molded polymer plain bearing in just seven days
igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, has introduced a solution for automotive designers and buyers who need unique components for prototypes and series production quickly. Previously, they had to wait up to six weeks to get the … [Read more...] about An injection-molded polymer plain bearing in just seven days
Lowering vehicle emissions with specialist bearings
According to McKinsey & Company’s Lightweight, heavy impact report, the use of lighter materials in the latest aircraft and automobile designs will be essential to reducing the CO2 emissions these vehicles produce. But lightweighting presents … [Read more...] about Lowering vehicle emissions with specialist bearings
Thordon delivers non-metallic bearings for essential cooling water pumps in Taiwan
Thordon Bearings has further strengthened its presence in the Taiwanese market, delivering water-lubricated elastomeric polymer bearings for installation to cooling water pumps commissioned for a major power plant expansion project. Thordon’s SXL … [Read more...] about Thordon delivers non-metallic bearings for essential cooling water pumps in Taiwan
