By Joyce Laird, Contributing Editor What is different about self-aligning bearings vs. basic bearings? In a self-aligning bearing, the inner ring has two raceways and the outer ring has a single spherical raceway with its center of curvature … [Read more...] about What is a self-aligning bearing?
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Deep groove ball bearing line expansion
Featuring super-finished raceways and controlled internal geometries, Timken deep groove ball bearings deliver run-quiet operation, and vibration performance. Timken recently launched its 6000 series deep groove ball bearing line in North America, … [Read more...] about Deep groove ball bearing line expansion
Motion systems application examples: Bearings abound in myriad applications
By Mike Santora Bearings are ubiquitous and essential components for reducing friction between moving parts. Their primary function is to give moving parts something to roll on rather than slide over. Their secondary function is to transmit loads. … [Read more...] about Motion systems application examples: Bearings abound in myriad applications
Bearing failure analysis
When bearings fail to meet their expected life or performance levels, the consequences are far reaching and include, increased down time, high maintenance costs, loss of revenue, and missed deliveries. This has a negative impact on your reputation, … [Read more...] about Bearing failure analysis
Bearing replacement featured in New MiHow2 video
Motion Industries, a distributor of industrial maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) replacement parts is pleased to announce the release of another MiHow2 video. The goal of the video series is to provide instruction to viewers to help them with … [Read more...] about Bearing replacement featured in New MiHow2 video
What is a “floating” bearing arrangement?
There are usually two bearings involved in the rotating machine components of a mechanical system. Depending on several factors such as load, cost and necessary running accuracy, engineers use a few different types of bearing arrangements. One of … [Read more...] about What is a “floating” bearing arrangement?
EDT Corp now offering expanded selection of stainless steel ball bearings
EDT Corp has announced an expanded array of stainless ball bearings with three separate price levels. The three series, named “Value Bearings,” “Choice Bearings” and “Classic Bearings” lets EDT Corp to provide high quality ball bearings for … [Read more...] about EDT Corp now offering expanded selection of stainless steel ball bearings
MiHow2 Video: Proper bearing installation
Motion Industries announces the release of the next MiHow2 video, filmed with the help of Koyo. The goal of the video series is to provide instruction to the viewers to help them with their practical applications. “Proper bearing installation is … [Read more...] about MiHow2 Video: Proper bearing installation
What is a pillow block bearing?
A pillow block bearing consists of a mounting bracket (pillow block) that houses a bearing and is used in low-torque, light load applications. With this configuration, the pillow block is bolted to a foundation, securing it, while the shaft and … [Read more...] about What is a pillow block bearing?
These 6 extreme photos prove bearings are cooler than you think.
6. No, you would not want to climb inside a dredge cutterhead bearing from Thordon Bearings Inc. But, I mean, you could. The composite material used in this bearing lasts twice as long as rubber, making it as durable as it is interesting. … [Read more...] about These 6 extreme photos prove bearings are cooler than you think.
