When choosing bearings for medical applications, considerations include high speeds, low noise, service life and resistance to harsh environments, aggressive chemicals or fluids. These factors coupled with strict regulations make selecting the … [Read more...] about AST Bearings for medical applications
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iGlide bearings standards program
The world’s largest standard range of self lubricating bearings expand to imperial dimensions. At your finger tips, the most cost-effective bearing that is guaranteed to work. 16 full range materials, 940 inch-standard articles; glide standard range … [Read more...] about iGlide bearings standards program
Cutting through the noise: How to account for bearing vibration
In this interview, Bearing Tips and Coupling Tips.com editor Mike Santora speaks with NMB Field Applications Engineer, Rich Picard. Here, they discuss bearing vibration, noise, and the things to look for when specifying bearings for your motion … [Read more...] about Cutting through the noise: How to account for bearing vibration
Turning the volume down on ball bearing noise in your motion system
By Mike Santora Unchecked vibration and noise can have real consequences in a motion system. And it's not just the obvious reduction in bearing life that first comes to mind. Bearing noise in medical applications can create distractions for … [Read more...] about Turning the volume down on ball bearing noise in your motion system
Precision bearings assemblies for mobile medical workstations
A medical equipment manufacturer was looking for an economical bearing assembly for use on its adjustable height medical workstations. Four bearings are positioned at the base of the telescoping stand that allow the user to easily raise and lower the … [Read more...] about Precision bearings assemblies for mobile medical workstations
Company profile: Hoover
Company Name: Hoover Precision Products Established: 1913 Headquarters: Cumming, Georgia Products: precision balls Mission Statement/Motto: "Hoover's ability to hold close tolerances on a production run of balls is synonymous with … [Read more...] about Company profile: Hoover
Company profile: New England Miniature Ball
Company Name: New England Miniature Ball Established: 1965 Headquarters: Norfolk, Connecticut Products: Precision balls, miniature balls and semi-precision balls Mission Statement/Motto: "Our mission is to supply our customers with … [Read more...] about Company profile: New England Miniature Ball
Company profile: The Abbott Ball Company
Company Name: The Abbott Ball Company Established: 1909 Headquarters: West Hartford, Connecticut CEO/President: Craig Bond Products: Semi-Precision Balls, Precision Balls. Mission Statement/Motto: "Abbott Ball prides itself on … [Read more...] about Company profile: The Abbott Ball Company
Tech Spotlight: preloading ball bearings
In the case of ball bearings, preload is often a misunderstood concept and overlooked by designers and bearing users alike. One of the final steps in the bearing manufacturing process is the assembly of the individual bearing components: the outer … [Read more...] about Tech Spotlight: preloading ball bearings
Precision ball bearings: Care and handling
Miniature precision ball bearings are high precision devices compared to many mechanical parts. Good performance will therefore require treatment that takes into account their characteristics and operating environment. Edited by Mike … [Read more...] about Precision ball bearings: Care and handling